Founder

Naaya was founded by Sinikiwe Stephanie Dhliwayo a former cheerleader turned visual editor turned wellness enthusiast. She has a penchant for smiling, dancing, and bodies of water. Her affinity for visual storytelling stems from a desire to shift the perception of how Blackness and humanity are perceived.

Sinikiwe Stephanie is dedicated to the notion that love is a catalyst for lasting change and is unwavering in her commitment to making society more equitable and just. 

Her work has been covered in places like Beyonce, Byrdie, Doen, Dame, Goop, Well and Good, and Refinery29, and she has had the honor of teaching and speaking at places such as Ad-Week, Adidas, Camelback Ventures Family Reunion,  Create and Cultivate, FWB Fest, The Wing, Unwell Conference,  Lululemon, Goop League, Summit, Faherty Sun Sessions, and Girlvana.