Yessenia Funes

Yessenia Funes

Yessenia Funes is a journalist covering climate and environmental justice. She is editor-at-large of Atmos, an independent magazine. She's written for The Guardian, Vogue, and more.

Hot & Bothered

During the heat wave this Juneteenth, I wonder what will become of the people without roofs over their heads?

Short x Sweet

It's been a year since I launched this newsletter. Ready for year two?

An Endless Nightmare

President Joe Biden just moved to shut down the southern border. The timing couldn't be worse.

Bloody Sunday

Bay Area activists protested outside Chevron to highlight its involvement in the Israeli genocide of Gaza.

City of Angels

After a trip to L.A., I reflect on the Salvadoran diaspora and the ways we face discriminatory burdens.