: Her writing has appeared in major outlets such as The Nation , Teen Vogue , The Puritan , and The Oaklandside .

O'Neal describes herself as a queer, Muslim, Black, and North African artist. Her background in a large North American Muslim community significantly informs her perspective on surveillance and community protection, themes she has detailed in her personal essays. Beyond her literary pursuits, she is an organizer, swimmer, and beekeeper. Key Recognition

Are you interested in reading some of or learning more about her community organizing work in Oakland? Even Two Hands Pressed Together Are Split – Sarah O'Neal