Meg Kissinger is an award-winning investigative journalist renowned for her in-depth reporting on America’s mental health system. Over two decades with the "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel", she traveled extensively to expose systemic failures, earning recognition as a Pulitzer Prize finalist. Her work has garnered prestigious honors, including two George Polk Awards, the Robert F. Kennedy Award, and multiple National Journalism Awards. Kissinger’s impactful reporting spurred legislative changes in Wisconsin and the development of hundreds of housing units for individuals with mental illness.
A dedicated educator, Kissinger teaches investigative reporting at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism and has served as a visiting professor at DePauw University, her alma mater. Her writing blends rigorous research with compelling storytelling, shedding light on marginalized communities and advocating for policy reform. She resides in Milwaukee with her husband and family, continuing her commitment to journalism and mentorship.