Evette Dionne

Evette Dionne is a culture journalist, pop culture critic, and magazine editor known for her intersectional approach to covering culture and politics.

Currently serving as the executive editor at YES!, a nonprofit media organization focusing on solutions journalism, Dionne has made significant contributions to the industry.

She is a celebrated author with works such as 'Lifting As We Climb' and 'Weightless', receiving recognition including a longlisting for a National Book Award and a Coretta Scott King author honor.

Her impactful work spanning reported features, cultural criticism, and personal essays can be seen in prestigious publications like The New York Times, Time, and Elle.

Dionne's editorial skills and vision have influenced both print and digital media, shaping the content and direction of various platforms.

With a strong social media presence, Dionne garners millions of impressions monthly, with her work being widely shared and even incorporated into university curricula.

Having graduated from Bennett College and Southern Illinois University Carbondale, she holds degrees in Journalism and Media Studies as well as Media Management with a focus on Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Evette Dionne specializes in cultural analysis, feature writing, magazine editing, interviewing, social media branding, and content planning, among other skills.

Her professional journey includes roles at prominent organizations like Netflix, Bitch Media, Refinery29, and Bustle, where she has made significant editorial and creative contributions.

A seasoned journalist with a dedication to inclusivity, Dionne continues to impact the media landscape with her insightful commentary and thought-provoking writing.