Suha Syed

Suha Syed is a poet, writer, activist, content creator, political analyst, and photojournalist based on Long Island and in New York City. She is the cofounder of Silsila, an upcoming grassroots open mic collective amplifying New York City’s diverse voices, Muslim and beyond. Suha’s creative work blends lifestyle, fandom, and community engagement, with a special focus on supporting Long Island’s vibrant small businesses and highlighting underrepresented narratives through diverse storytelling and photography.

• B.A. in English Literature with a specialization in World Literature and a minor in Politics, Economics, and Law (SUNY Old Westbury, Class of 2025)
• Avid volunteer: Malikah Safety Center, Thrift4Gaza, Asiyah Women’s Center, Cove Animal Rescue, ICLI’s Youth Group, Young Muslims, Zohran for Mayor
• Hobby enthusiast: photography, concerts, thrift shopping, and language learning
• Polyglot: Fluent in English; advanced proficiency in Hindi, Urdu, Korean, and Spanish

• Political and cultural analysis
• Journalism and community-focused storytelling
• Photography and live event coverage
• Content creation and social media strategy
• Community engagement and grassroots organizing
• Research and writing for diverse platforms
• Multilingual communication and cultural fluency