About Jasmine Hardy

Jasmine Hardy is an HBCU alumna from the boogie down Bronx. She graduated from Virginia State University in 2013, with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications. She is the senior video producer for theGrio.com. Although she oversees all videos for theGrio, she occasionally contributes written pieces for the site. Jasmine enjoys creating content focused on human interest stories, pieces that inspire, and entertainment. She loves to profile people that are making a positive impact in their community, whether it be through non-profit organizations or through the arts. She believes that anyone can make a positive impact in their own way and she takes pride in using her position at the theGrio to share these stories.

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April 14, 2023
Keep your pets active and healthy with these tips from Dr. Pamella Dendtler, founder, owner and president of the Clinton Hill Animal Clinic.
April 5, 2023
Rashan Brown is a spoken word poet and founder and CEO of “poetry me, please,” a live spoken word poetry showcase and content studio.
March 29, 2023
Dr. Sandra Scott, executive director of the Brookdale Hospital Campus of One Brooklyn Health, is breaking barriers.
AI ethicist Mutale Nkonde is founder and CEO of AI for the People, a communications firm focused on reducing algorithmic bias.
February 16, 2023
Nike Inc. is investing in organizations in the Black community that are focused on economic empowerment, education and social justice.
February 14, 2023
Co-founder of Not Another Dating App, Earl Knight, on creating a dating app that will bring efficiency and less swiping.
January 22, 2023
Three Morgan State University students receive a decor makeover with the help of Baltimore interior designer Nicole Bailey.
January 6, 2023
In a special 3-part series, theGrio teamed up with Nicole Bailey, interior designer and founding owner of The Agorá Co., to help three students at Morgan State University upgrade their dorm decor.
December 27, 2022
The Jenesis House, founded by Jenesis Laforcarde, launches an exclusive series of wellness retreats.
December 11, 2022
In a special 3-part series, theGrio and Baltimore interior designer Nicole Bailey of The Agorá help three students freshen their dorm decor.
Niesha Butler STEAM Champs thegrio.com
November 8, 2022
Niesha Butler is the founder of S.T.E.A.M. Champs, the first U.S. Afro-Latina Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics center.
October 12, 2022
Gracie Benedith-Cane is empowering and encouraging independence for those who are blind/visually impaired through her company Braille Code Inc.
September 23, 2022
Guests at the CURLFEST party were able to support Black-owned businesses, plus show off their dance and skate moves to DJ music.
September 8, 2022
The psychologist is the founder of a nonprofit that focuses on the mental health needs of young people of color.
June 12, 2022
Patience Murray described what it took for her to heal, find strength and develop a positive mindset after surviving the 2016 mass shooting.
Jenesis Laforcarde thegrio.com
November 23, 2021
Jenesis Laforcarde is working to bring a one-of-a-kind experience to Arizona with a wellness resort and spa, The Jenesis House.
November 18, 2021
Elyse Fox established Sad Girls Club in February 2017 with a goal to create community and diminish the stigma around mental health.
Dr. Uché Blackstock and Dr. Oni Blackstock thegrio.com
November 8, 2021
New York doctors and twin sisters Dr. Uché Blackstock and Dr. Oni Blackstock are at the forefront of health justice.
September 25, 2021
Dr. Tabitha Carr used health challenges as an impetus to start her own healthy chocolate brand that is sold in stores and online.
September 18, 2021
Jessica Mofield, executive director of the New York Mayor’s Office to Prevent Gun Violence, said the community must be involved in solutions.