Shandra Back

I’m a multimedia journalist passionate about telling stories that bridge the local and the global. My work focuses on migration, displacement, and the human experiences behind political headlines—particularly within Spanish-speaking communities. I’m driven by a deep commitment to cross-cultural connection, community, and a desire to bring fresh perspective to narratives that are often oversimplified. As an avid traveler, I’ve reported throughout Latin America in countries like Chile, Peru, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic. The projects I love most are longform narrative pieces that blend creative storytelling with collaboration and bring underrepresented voices to the forefront of their own stories.

Shandra is a reporter for Northern California Public Media, click here to read the latest articles.