Fariha

Tayyab

Storyteller and Strategist

Her storytelling revolves around identity, belonging, and social justice focusing on untold stories utilizing her creative writing and photojournalism. Fariha’s creative work has appeared in the Eater, Columbus Alive, Brown Girl Magazine, and numerous literary journals. In addition, she has held a variety of workshops and readings on art as a form of social change with the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program, YWCA, Columbus Museum of Art, Girl Scout’s National Convention, and others.

As a third culture kid, Fariha’s parents were New Americans that came to the U.S. in the ’70s and ’80s. Her family then transitioned from the Midwest abroad, returning to Texas many years later. As a polyglot and lover of culture and travel, Fariha believes in the power of language and image to transform society by shifting perspective and generating waves of tolerance.

She is passionate about working with young people, building literacy in institutions, and serving insecure housing populations. When Fariha is not creating her art or serving her community, she plans her next adventure, searching for the next fair-trade coffee shop or meditating after some poetry.

Fariha Tayyab is a multidisciplinary artist working at the intersection of art, journalism, and community building.

Testimonials

  • “As an educator, Fariha commands any space with confidence, curiosity, and a comforting calm for her students to learn and succeed. Her humor breaks down possible silences and disengagements and her knowledge of the content (e.g., poetry) creates connection and inspires her students to explore not only themselves but the world around them.”

    Zachary Thomas, Executive Director of Writers in Residence

  • “ Fariha worked with us primarily as a communications consultant assisting with building out our external channels for amplifying our message. She built out our email and social media infrastructure, supported our events with photography, and helped us execute a successful advocacy campaign around the city's operating budget. She is highly responsive and energetic in her work. - ”

    Stephen, Columbus Safety Collective