Work

Hidden History: The End of Syracuse’s 15th Ward

Recipient of the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award, this documentary examines how a historic Black neighborhood in Syracuse was dismantled in the 1950s due to interstate construction, urban renewal, and redlining. The film connects past displacement to present-day redevelopment plans, raising urgent questions about equity, accountability, and civic planning.

The project has been featured in public forums, town halls, and classrooms, serving as both a historical record and an educational resource.

Hidden History: Syracuse 8

This Emmy-nominated documentary chronicles the story of eight African-American football players at Syracuse University who boycotted the program in the 1960s to protest racial injustice. The film received a New York State Excellence in Broadcasting Award and a Syracuse Press Club Award.

Through archival research and powerful interviews, the documentary explores courage, leadership, and the lasting impact of athlete activism.

 'Traumatized twice:'

Texas prosecutors struggle to break human trafficking cycle

A KXAN investigation

Human trafficking survivors often face an added layer ofr trauma when navigating the criminal justice system. Through extensive data analysis, public records, and in-depth interviews with survivors, prosecutors, law enforcement, and advocates, Jennifer’s investigation examined the barriers that prevent traffickers from being held accountable and the challenges survivors face in their pursuit of justice. The series uncovered systemic gaps across Texas while highlighting efforts to strengthen investigations, improve victim support, and break the cycle of exploitation.

Mission Cameroon: A Journey of Healing and Heritage

The video begins in Yaoundé, Cameroon, highlighting the stark contrast between its vibrant culture and severe poverty. Healthcare access is severely limited; in the capital area, there is only about one hospital every 25 miles, leaving much of the impoverished population without basic medical attention.

To help address this crisis, the Cameroon Dental Project traveled to a remote village and transformed a classroom into a makeshift clinic. Despite lacking running water or electricity, the dedicated volunteers worked for five days to provide vital dental cleanings, extractions, and hygiene education to hundreds of students, orphans, and inmates.