“I really think this space for black women is needed; I grew up reading magazines like “Essence”, but I always felt like there was just a hyper-focus on celebrity culture in black media, and if you weren’t the Beyoncé’s or the Oprah’s, you didn’t feel seen. So, “GROWN” was my way to bridge the gap for the girls fresh out of college who are trying to reach their dreams. I just wanted to hold space for us”

• Kaya, Founder of “GROWN Media”