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Dana James

Dana James is an award-winning writer who founded Black Iowa News in 2020 and the Black Iowa Newspaper in 2023. Born and raised in Des Moines, Dana tells stories that center Black Iowans’ lived experiences and amplify their voices. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in journalism from Grand View University. She serves as secretary of the Iowa Association of Black Journalists.

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Dana's Latest Articles

Heart to Heart — Docuseries raises awareness about Black Iowans’ heart health

A docuseries about heart health will be shown at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at Grand View University's Viking Theatre.

Des Moines Public Schools superintendent says ‘Reimagining Education’ work will ‘change lives and disrupt the status quo’

The Des Moines School Board on Tuesday, Jan. 21, saw an overview of the new Reimagining Education Plan, which would transform the district.

Waterloo community members decry ‘Aryan Nation’ recruitment leaflets which sparked ‘widespread concern, fear’

Standing against hate. Waterloo community members held press conference to discuss recent leaflets sparking concerns in northern Iowa.

Iowa Farmers of Color Conference
‘Soil and soul are intertwined’ at 2nd annual Iowa Farmers of Color Conference

Bringing Iowa farmers of color together to learn, fellowship and grow is the goal behind 2nd annual conference.

‘Community on a mission’: My City My Health equity conference kicks off Nov. 15 in Des Moines

Improving health outcomes will take center stage at growing health equity conference in Des Moines.

Iowa has 2nd highest cancer rate in US, Black Iowans face alarming disparities in cancer cases, deaths

As cancer rates in Iowa continue to climb, Black Iowans experience disproportionate outcomes, health officials say.

Kamala Harris
Disrespecting Black women is a national pastime — just ask presidential hopeful Kamala Harris

Opinion: Black women have plenty in common with Vice President Kamala Harris, and it's not just her silk presses.

‘Trump 2024’ and the N-word written in Sioux City park

With less than 10 days until Election Day, racist graffiti sparks statement from Sioux City NAACP.

Black Iowa Voter Guide
Free copy of the Black Iowa Voter Guide

Black Iowa News produced a free statewide voter guide that can be found in 100+ locations in two dozen cities.

Have a felony conviction in Iowa and want to vote? Find out what you need to do

Learn what you need to do to vote in Iowa if you have a felony conviction.