Kenya Young is a highly accomplished journalist and currently holds the position of executive producer for Morning Edition at NPR.

Her previous role was as the executive producer for All Things Considered on the weekends, where she demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing the show’s day-to-day operations.

Additionally, Kenya played a crucial role in planning Michel Martin’s NPR Presents: Going There national events. Prior to that, she served as a supervising editor on Morning Edition, showcasing her versatility and expertise in different aspects of journalism.

Throughout her tenure at NPR, Kenya has been involved in various capacities, working as an editor and producer for prominent NPR programs such as News & Notes, Day To Day, Tell Me More, and Talk of The Nation. Her journey with NPR began as an intern in the California bureau in 2007, where she laid the foundation for her remarkable career.

Beyond regular show production, Kenya has been a valuable member of special coverage teams, contributing to NPR’s comprehensive reporting during significant events such as the 2008 and 2012 elections, the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, as well as providing live coverage of the Sandy Hook school shootings and the Boston Marathon bombing. Kenya’s dedication to delivering high-quality journalism has earned her well-deserved recognition within the industry.