Partnerships and Collaborations
Authentic heritage content. On the ground in West Africa.
I'm a credentialed archivist, genealogist, and Sierra Leone citizen creating commissioned photo and video content for brands reaching the African American diaspora.
As featured by
Interviewed as a featured voice on the African American diaspora return journey to Sierra Leone.
Audience reach
Portfolio
Original photography
All photos are original, shot on location in West Africa and the United States. Available for licensed commercial use.
Who I reach
My audience
A focused, purpose-driven community of African Americans actively pursuing ancestral reconnection — not a general travel or lifestyle audience.
Demographics
Who they are
- African Americans actively researching their family history
- People planning or considering heritage travel to West Africa
- DNA test takers exploring their genealogical results
- Diaspora community members pursuing citizenship or ancestral reconnection
- Values: family, faith, cultural identity, legacy, and healing
What I create
Commissioned content
I create original content for brands to use on their own platforms — not sponsored posts to my audience, but authentic commissioned work you can't produce any other way.
Heritage travel photography
High-resolution original photography from Sierra Leone, Freetown, Bunce Island, Temne villages, Ghana, and the diaspora return journey. Real places, real access, real stories.
Documentary video content
On-location video from cultural ceremonies, heritage sites, and the lived experience of ancestral reconnection. Content that reflects the emotional depth of the journey.
Interviews and features
Available for podcast appearances, YouTube collaborations, and editorial features on genealogy, heritage travel, African American ancestry, and diaspora reconnection.
Featured on
BBC World Service
Interviewed as a featured voice on the African American diaspora return journey to Sierra Leone.
Paths of Return: A Special Homecoming to Sierra Leone
The Documentary Podcast — January 2025 · 52 minutes
Featured as part of a group of African Americans who traced their ancestry to Sierra Leone through DNA testing, exploring Freetown, remote villages, and Bunce Island.
Content in the wild
Past video collaborations
A sample of past video collaborations featuring my story and expertise.
Authentic African
How To Get Sierra Leone Citizenship — Traveling To Salone
Search for Uhuru — Dynast Amir
Dual Citizenship in Sierra Leone: More Than Just a Passport
Past work
Brands and collaborations
International Media
BBC World Service — "Paths of Return: A Special Homecoming to Sierra Leone"
DNA and Heritage
African Ancestry — citizenship journey and diaspora return documentation
Travel and Community
Wanderful — Juneteenth Travel Panel on Black travel and freedom
Content Collaboration
Search for Uhuru / Dynast Amir — Sierra Leone citizenship and diaspora return
Content Collaboration
Authentic African — Sierra Leone citizenship and return to the continent
Editorial Feature
Sacramento Observer — Sacramento Railroad Mural and archival technology
Who I work with
Ideal partners
DNA testing and genealogy platforms (AncestryDNA, African Ancestry, 23andMe)
Heritage travel companies and tourism boards — Sierra Leone and West Africa
Brands needing authentic African diaspora photography and video content
Museums, cultural institutions, and heritage organizations
Podcasters, YouTube creators, and media covering African American heritage
African diaspora lifestyle and cultural brands aligned with identity and legacy
Let's talk about your project
Tell me about your brand, what you're working on, and what kind of content you need. I'll respond within 2–3 business days.
Get in touchEmail me directly
Prefer to reach out by email? Send your project brief, timeline, and any relevant details about your brand or campaign.
emailme@aishaladon.com