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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

All Articles

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October 22, 2025
Eddie Murphy gets real about his multi-generational career in the new Netflix documentary “Being Eddie,” premiering Nov. 12.
Michael Jordan, MJ: Insights To Excellence, theGrio.com
October 22, 2025
NBA legend Michael Jordan reveals that though he hasn’t picked up a basketball in years, his love for the sport…
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October 22, 2025
The hit horror drama Sinners is back in IMAX and 70MM for one week starting Oct. 30, just in time…
Shaq Allen Iverson theGrio.com
October 21, 2025
Shaquille O’Neal recalls Allen Iverson’s refusal to conform and how his influence still echoes through the league.
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October 21, 2025
British Jamaican designer, Grace Wales Bonner, is Hermes’ new menswear creative director, marking a major shift in luxury fashion.
Michelle obama, Michelle Obama daughters, michelle obama failure theGrio.com
October 21, 2025
Former first lady Michelle Obama says failure is one the most powerful things parents can show their children.
Sonya Massey, police shooting victim, Illinois, Sonya Massey trial theGrio.com
October 21, 2025
Sonya Massey called the police for help. Minutes later, she was dead. Now, he family hopes this trial will be…
October 20, 2025
The Native Land Podcast weighed in on Marc Lamont Hill and QueenzFlip’s viral exchange about intellectualism and the Joe Budden…
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October 20, 2025
Actor Colman Domingo is stepping into Oz as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming “Wicked: For Good”…
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October 20, 2025
In his new memoir “Episodes,” Gucci Mane opens up about living with bipolar disorder and paranoid schizophrenia and his wife's…
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October 20, 2025
Real Housewives of Potomac star Dr. Wendy Osefo addresses her recent arrest on social media as she faces insurance fraud…
Kada Scott, Kada Scott missing, Philadelphi Kada Scott theGrio.com
October 17, 2025
“I just need her to come home and be safe,” Kada Scott’s family says as the search continues for the…
Judge Mathis, Judge Mathis wife, Judge Brown theGrio.com
October 17, 2025
Judge Mathis says Judge Brown crossed the line with his remarks about his wife and suggests something might be “wrong”…
Debbie Allen, Debbie Allen Barbie, Debbie Allen Tribute Barbie theGrio.com
October 17, 2025
Debbie Allen says seeing her Barbie reflects not just her journey, but the dreams she’s still helping young people chase.
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October 17, 2025
Following Bernice King’s criticism, OpenAI says it will boost protections for historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. in its…
Snoop Dogg Love is love, Snoop Dogg GLAAD, Snoop Dogg LGBTQ, Snoop dogg theGrio.com
October 16, 2025
In a new Doggyland song, "Love is Love," Snoop Dogg doubles down on his previous, controversial LGBTQ+ comments.
Natasha Rothwell theGrio.com
October 16, 2025
“You can be plus-size and very healthy, as I am,” actress Natasha Rothwell said, reflecting her mindset shift about health…
ICE Chicago, ICE Black people in Chicago, ICE Black teens theGrio.com
October 16, 2025
As Border Patrol agents continue to invade the city of Chicago, a pattern of excessive force and wrongful arrests of…
October 16, 2025
Morgan State University's president says Mackenzie Scott's donation will allow the HBCU to reach new heights "without losing our soul."
LeBron James, Savannah James, theGrio.com
October 15, 2025
“If I got to fight, crawl, scratch, whatever to keep mine,” LeBron James says he’ll do what he has to…