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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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“I hope you will…walk alongside us,” Pastor Jamal Bryant publicly invites Cardi B to join the Target boycott after seeing…
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June 3, 2025
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June 2, 2025
Anna Mae Robertson, 101, was one of the last surviving members of the “Six Triple Eight," an all Black, all…
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“I wanted it to be a holistic and finished thing,” Ryan Coogler said of his movie ”Sinners” and putting sequel…
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May 31, 2025
Following battling an unnamed brief illness, Rihanna’s dad, Ronald Fenty, reportedly died at 70 in Los Angeles.
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"Haitian heritage is a living force.” These Haitian women-led nonprofit organizations reclaim power, healing, and hope for Haiti.
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“The Trump regime is trying to reestablish what criminality means,” Joy Reid breaks down the real symbolism behind Trump’s latest…
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May 30, 2025
CEOs caution that artificial intelligence could eliminate half of entry-level white-collar jobs, but where does that leave Black workers?
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May 30, 2025
After MSNBC cancelled her show earlier this year, Joy Reid is signing back on in a new podcast, “The Joy…
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May 30, 2025
This Haitian Heritage Month, we’re highlighting Haitian Konpa with producer Michaël Brun, who connects the diaspora one beat at a…
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May 29, 2025
After nearly a year of digital drama and a third baby, Offset is now reportedly asking Cardi B to pay…
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May 29, 2025
During her “Cowboy Carter” tour, Beyoncé helped one couple learn they were bringing a little cowboy into the world.
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May 29, 2025
After a successful Target boycott, Pastor Jamal Bryant encourages consumers to boycott Dollar General for its “predatory” business practices.
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May 28, 2025
“Recent boycotts have been successful enough that companies are worried about them,” experts say, as companies warn investors of boycotts.
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May 28, 2025
The former Atlanta mayor, Keisha Lance Bottoms, served as the executive producer of Netflix and Tyler Perry's "She The People."
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After going viral at the AMAs, Shaboozey reminds fans that “the true history of country music” is “so powerful that…
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Muni Long struck a nerve with Black women when a clip started circulating on social media of her appearing to…