Kira Arné Verica, a writer, youth advocate, and founder of The Wonder Syndicate.
Through the lens of original content, Kira explores the transformative union of
stories and social action in television, film, and interactive media. A recipient of a
Children's Defense Fund fellowship, she is a Child Defender with a focus on girls
leadership, equity and justice for young people.
Kira's deep-rooted curiosity of people and the narrative of their triumphs and
tragedies has informed a distinctive career path. Artistic director of a grassroots
theater company in New York City with a focus on diverse playwrights and sitespecific
works. An award-winning playwright and writer-producer in television. A
former child model, with Ford and IMG Models, and an actress in tv, film and stage
for over twenty years. A social innovator, Kira collaborates with impact
organizations and media professionals to align business interests and constructive
programming to empower the community. She is a member of the Writers Guild of
America West and Women in Film. Kira lives with her husband, Tom Verica, and their
two children in Los Angeles.