Maya Sophia Ananda James is a social practice artist, journalist, and advocate. From her early days as a youth correspondent to her recent accolades, including the Vanguard Award in ArtPrize 2023, Maya's journey is a unique testament to the power of art for social change. As the new Social Practice Correspondent for Southwest Michigan's Second Wave, she continues to ignite change through storytelling, inspiring others to join her in using art as a platform to achieve a better future.