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About Haniyah P.

Haniyah Philogene is an award-winning multimedia storyteller and staff writer at theGrio, where she covers the intersection of culture, identity, and current events. Driven by a passion for storytelling and digital media, she focuses on uncovering untold narratives and finding innovative ways to share stories that center on Black figures and cultural trends.

Before joining theGrio, Haniyah served as a Leadership & Communities editorial contributor for Forbes, specifically covering diverse faces and identities within business and leadership. Her experience also includes a prestigious fellowship with the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and Microsoft, a program dedicated to developing the next generation of emerging storytellers.

Throughout her career, Haniyah has reported on a wide range of topics, from the impact of corporate social justice commitments to the entrepreneurial journeys of industry leaders like Yvette Noel-Schure. Her work is characterized by a "reading between the lines" approach, making complex cultural developments accessible and engaging for a digital audience.
Areas of Expertise

Trend, Culture & Lifestyle Reporting
Beauty & Fashion
Entertainment
Live event coverage
Multimedia Storytelling
Business & Leadership Profiles
Social Justice & Corporate Accountability

Professional Experience

Lifestyle Reporter — theGrio (Present)
Editorial Contributor/Intern — Forbes
NABJ/Microsoft Fellow — National Association of Black Journalists

Education

Master’s Degree in Strategic Communications – Columbia University
Bachelor’s Degrees in Political Science and Magazine, News & Digital Journalism — S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University

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Kameirah Johnson, Doodle for Google, Doodle for Google competition, Doodle for Google winner, Black girl Doodle for Google, Black hair Doodle for Google, Kameirah Doodle for Google theGrio.com
June 4, 2026
Teen artist Kameirah Johnson says winning Google's 2025-2026 Doodle for Google contest is affirmation that her voice and vision matter.
Keke Palmer, Keke Palmer AD
June 3, 2026
Keke Palmer understands it takes a village to raise a child, so she, her sisters, and their kids are doing…
A$AP Rocky, A$AP Rocky vibe magazine, Rihanna house shooting, Rihanna A$AP Rocky, A$AP Rocky shooting
June 2, 2026
In March 2026, a woman reportedly fired gunshots outside of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s home while their three children were…
June 2, 2026
Some dads deserve more than a generic card, and these Black-owned brands are making Father's Day gifting easy, and meaningful.
Euphoria, Euphoria finale, Euphoria season 3 finale, Euphoria ending theGrio.com
June 1, 2026
The season 3 finale of HBO's "Euphoria" marked the end of the hit show, leaving fans grieving both characters and…
Jay-Z, Jay-Z locs, Jay-Z hair, Jay-Z afro, Jay-Z roots picnic, Jay-Z's hair journey theGrio.com
June 1, 2026
From his low cut to his locs and now his afro, Jay-Z has quietly been serving a masterclass on the…
Love Island USA, Love Island USA Season 8 cast, Black Love Island USA season 8, Love Island USA 8, love island usa 8 cast theGrio.com
May 29, 2026
Love Island USA season 8 has not even started yet, and social media is already buzzing about the islanders stepping…
Freedom 250 celebration, Freedom 250 The Great American State Fair, The Great American State Fair performers, freedom 250 concert, freedom 250 concert lineup, theGrio.com
May 29, 2026
Since announcing the concert lineup, a growing number of the scheduled artists have withdrawn from the Freedom 250 celebration.
Gayle and Oprah, Cynthia Erivo Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo Ariana Grande friendship, Gayle and Oprah friendship theGrio.com
May 28, 2026
From Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande to Oprah and Gayle, social media has made a trend of turning Black women's…
Black content creators, Black political content creators, Political content creators theGrio.com
May 28, 2026
The Black political content creators are making sure you stay informed on current events as you doomscroll social media timelines.
Jasmine Crockett, Jasmine Crockett Wesley Bell, Jasmine Crockett endorsements, Jasmine Crockett Cori Bush, Cori Bush Wesley Bell
May 27, 2026
Between photo, a video, and rumored endorsements, here's what's going on with Jasmine Crockett, Wesley Bell and Cori Bush.
Keke Palmer Sean Evans, Keke Palmer Hot Ones, Keke Palmer relationship, Sean Evans relationship theGrio.com
May 27, 2026
After a flirty, fun podcast reunion, social media is fully convinced Keke Palmer and Sean Evans need to make it…
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May 26, 2026
The drama reflects a frustration many Black creatives know well: watching their influence go mainstream without proper acknowledgment.
Morgan State NCLEX, nurse shortage, Find a Black Doctor lawsuit, Black nurses, Morgan State University nursing, theGrio.com
May 26, 2026
Amid growing nursing shortage and attacks on DEI, Morgan State's perfect NCLEX pass rate is more than just a moment…
Is God Is, Is God Is Black men, Is God Is, is God Is movie, is god is review, Is God Is AleashEa Harris,
May 18, 2026
Aleasha Harris’ movie “Is God Is” has sparked debate online about Black rage, representation, and accountability.
May 18, 2026
In a world that often sees Haiti as just a place of struggle, the holiday provides an opportunity for Haitians…
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May 11, 2026
"I understood that that did not define me," Tamron Hall reflects on leaving the Today Show, and choosing herself despite…
Cerina Fairfax, what happened to Dr. Cerina Fairfax?, Dr. Cerina Fairfax, Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax, Dr. Cerina Fairfax Justin Fairfax, who was Dr. Cerina Fairfax? theGrio.com
May 8, 2026
“Outdated gun and divorce laws in Virginia have destroyed my family,” Dr. Cerina W. Fairfax’s sister pens a tribute to…
Black-owned brands, Black owned brands inspired by moms theGrio.com
May 8, 2026
From mothers to grandmothers, generations of women’s love have inspired some of our favorite Black-owned brands.
New York Times, New York Times lawsuit, New York Times EEOC, New York Times discrimination, New York Times discrimination white man theGrio.com
May 7, 2026
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims the New York Times engaged in “unlawful employment practices.”