Layla Hussein

Layla Hussein, a Bronx native, has immersed herself in the arts, using storytelling as a tool to address underrepresentation across various fields.

Her diverse creative skills bring a vibrant and empowering perspective to any setting, aimed at combating inequity in literature, journalism, and education.

Layla's expertise spans arts, multimedia storytelling, STEM, and entrepreneurship, with a particular focus on advocating for the black community through her journalism work.

As a student journalist, Layla has been honored at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and presented at Harvard, discussing education inequity.

Alongside her journalism pursuits, Layla is expanding her knowledge in computer science to develop applications relevant to current events.

Through her initiatives like Journals of Color, Layla has impacted numerous teenagers locally and internationally, empowering them to pursue their own creative endeavors.

Furthermore, Layla's involvement in various organizations, such as Girls Who Code and Diversify Our Narrative, showcases her commitment to fostering diverse voices and talents in different communities.

With a broad skill set in photography, journalism, computer science, graphic design, and business, Layla aims to equip her Bronx community with the tools necessary to drive their initiatives forward.

For collaborations, speaking engagements, or inquiries, Layla can be reached at laylahussein379@gmail.com.