Robyn Meurkson is a journalist, writer, and former Civic Reporting Fellow with City Bureau. Driven by a lifelong passion for storytelling, she is committed to producing journalism that informs the public, elevates underrepresented voices, and explores issues shaping the communities.

Her reporting spans from civic engagement, arts and culture, and humanitarian issues. Her work includes stories such as Chicago's Youth Designers Are Stitching a New and Creative Economy, How a Chicago Artist Uses Murals to Capture a Community's Legacy, and What Are Chicago Teens Really Up to This Summer? Job Hunting. In addition to reporting, Robyn has a growing experience in professional writing, technical writing, strategic communications, and multimedia storytelling.

Outside of journalism, Robyn enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, and meditation. She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, the Chicago Journalists Association, and the National Association of Black Journalists. She has earned a Professional Writing Certificate from the College of DuPage and is currently pursuing a Technical Communication Certificate at Oakton College.

"I am a storyteller, and communication is my window to the world." — Robyn Meurkson

“The purpose of a storyteller is not to tell you how to think, but to give you questions to think upon.” – Brandon Sanderson