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Larisa Karr- Maruya’s Biography

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New York-based journalist with experience in a variety of mediums, including print, audio, video, photography, and social media with a strong focus on international affairs and global political developments. Have written on everything from U.S. politics to business to health. Worked as a radio show host for four years and have run social media feeds for four different organizations.

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For some Haitian New Yorkers, success is in trade programs, not college

For some Haitian New Yorkers, success is in trade programs, not college

This article is the second in a series about Haitian-Americans in New York City pursuing degrees in career an…

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Lack of funds during crises a common struggle for immigrant orgs | Part 2

Lack of funds during crises a common struggle for immigrant orgs | Part 2

This article is part of a series, sponsored by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, about how Haitian American nonp…

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Over 47 years, HAUP strives to respond to Haitian crises old and new | Part 1

Over 47 years, HAUP strives to respond to Haitian crises old and new | Part 1

This article is part of a series, sponsored by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, about how Haitian American nonp…

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GHESKIO co-founder soldiers on to bring 'light, joy' through healthcare in Haiti

GHESKIO co-founder soldiers on to bring 'light, joy' through healthcare in Haiti

NEW YORK - When Jack DeHovitz turned on the TV on Jan. 13, 2010, he was shocked to see the footage of the ear…

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Fabienne Doucet: 'Great Immigrant' continues work toward equity in schools

Fabienne Doucet: 'Great Immigrant' continues work toward equity in schools

NEW YORK - Fabienne Doucet has been teaching and mentoring for more than two decades. Yet, last September, sh…

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New Flatbush Ave. clinic to focus on diabetes, maternal care

New Flatbush Ave. clinic to focus on diabetes, maternal care

BROOKLYN - When Winnie Deshommes arrived in Flatbush from Haiti, she was grieving and unsure what to do about…

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A taste of history: Soup joumou brouhaha highlights ​fandom, significance of dish

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By Larisa Karr- Maruya Verified
| The Haitian Times Verified
Editor’s Note: This article, originally published on Dec. 28, 2020, is being republished from The Haitian Times archives to share some of the best holiday reads, tips, tricks, and recipes. Dixie Sandborn, a Michigan professor, knew nothing about Haitian culture until she began raising the two children she adopted from Haiti. Soon enough, she became very familiar with Haiti and a culinary hallmark: soup joumou.
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For some Haitian New Yorkers, success is in trade programs, not college

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By Larisa Karr- Maruya Verified
| The Haitian Times Verified
This article is the second in a series about Haitian-Americans in New York City pursuing degrees in career and technical education (CTE), supported by the Institute for Citizens & Scholars. The second installment examines how Haitian-Americans are gaining greater financial mobility through CTE programs. A future installment looks at Haitian-Americans who take nighttime classes in CTE courses.
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Lack of funds during crises a common struggle for immigrant orgs | Part 2

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By Larisa Karr- Maruya Verified
| The Haitian Times Verified
This article is part of a series, sponsored by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, about how Haitian American nonprofit organizations in New York City are operating during a time when the community’s needs outpace funding received. This is the fourth installment. NEW YORK — At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Open Society Foundation granted $20 million to New York City organizations helping with the response. Haitian groups, including Haitian-Americans United for Progress, felt left out.
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Pitch Competition Awardee

2022 - Education reporting

One of five conference attendees selected to complete an in-depth story to advance Career and Technical Education (CTE) by the ECMC Foundation.

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Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship - Chronicle of Philanthropy

2022

New York State Elections Reporting Fellow - Center for Community Media at Newmark J-School

2022 - Political Journalism

Institute for Citizens & Scholars - Higher Education Media Fellowship

2022 - Education Journalism
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Investigative Reporters & Editors Fellowship (Diversity, Belonging, Equity, & Inclusion Symposium)

2021 - Investigative Journalism
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City Election Reporting Fellow - Center for Community Media at Newmark J-School

2021 - Political Journalism

Newmark J-School 2021 Education Reporting Scholarship

2021 - Education Reporting

First Place-Diversity Story of the Year

2020 - Associated Collegiate Press

Story about abuse within the foster care system, "Failure To Investigate Abuse Affects Youth For A Lifetime," part of the project "Funded But Forgotten" published in NYCity News Service in 2019.

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Walter Lister International Travel Stipend

2019 - International reporting

Academic Excellence Award

2018 - International Studies Concentration

University of North Carolina at Asheville

North Carolina College Media Association

2016 - Illustration/Graphic

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