Aisha La'Don Abdul Rahman and President Julius Maada Bio
Aisha La'Don Abdul Rahman and President Julius Maada Bio

Dr. A’isha La’Don Abdul Rahman, M.L.I.S, Ph.D
Archivist, Genealogist, Author & Heritage Traveler

Dr. Aisha Abdul Rahman is an Archivist and Consultant, founder of Legacy Builders & Empowerment Inc. owner of Legacy Planning & Preservation LTD. Aisha specializes in the preservation, increase, and accessibility of Black Culture and Heritage, including artifacts, records, and documents that facilitate the reconnection of the African Diaspora to its roots through genealogical research.

Aisha is also known for being many of the first to obtain Sierra Leone citizenship through Genetic Genealogical testing with African Ancestry; traveling to Sierra Leone, with African Ancestry, and participating in the second citizenship workshop and ceremony given by President Bio.

Notable Contributions and Recognitions:

Judge for the 2024 California Fine Art Exhibition
June 2024

 

I served as a judge for the California Fine Art Exhibition, contributing my expertise in art and cultural heritage to evaluate and recognize outstanding works in the digital art category. Link to the announcement

Community Engagement: Projects and Collaborations with the local community!

New Mural honors Sacramento’s railroad legacy  Rahman, Founder of Legacy Designs Studio
October 4, 2024

 

By Marie-Elena Schembri | Solving Sacramento

A creative, collaboration between Legacy Designs Studio, Sojourner African Heritage Museum, and the California State Railroad Museum.

 

“Aisha Abdul Rahman, who is an archivist for project’s co-sponsor Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum, is adding interactive “tech” to the exhibit. Her QR codes will link to archival records, photos, and audio. Abdul Rahman, founder of Legacy Design Studio, specializes in using technology for “access, engagement, and heritage preservation.”

Photo by Marie-Elena Schembri

Interviews: Segments where I’ve discussed my experiences and insights.

Juneteenth Gem: A Conversation with Aisha Abdul Rahman, Founder of Legacy Designs Studio
June 22, 2021

 

Interview with NJ Mvondo, founder of Multiculturism Rocks– Legacy Designs Studio, about my first trip to the African continent and upcoming virtual reality events.

Collaborations: Projects or discussions with other content creators.

Dual Citizenship in Sierra Leone. More Than Just a Passport.
Sep 14, 2023

 

Collaboration with Aisha Abdul Rahman and Dynast Amir, about what having dual citizenship means and how you can make an impact on the continent as a true citizen.

How To Get Sierra Leone Citizenship | Traveling To Salone | AUTHENTIC AFRICAN
Aug 8, 2022

 

Collaboration with Aisha Abdul Rahman and Joannes Hotaugua about the experience of returning to Sierra Leonian and obtaining dual citizenship.

Conferences and Talks: Presentations or speeches I’ve given at industry events.

How I use Virtual Reality as an archivist preserving black history at the SOJO by Aisha Abdul Rahman for Popup Research Station
May 23, 2024

 

Presentation for Pop Up Research Station on how I use Virtual Reality as an Archivist.

Bridging the Digital Divide in Heritage Preservation using Browser-Based VR by Aisha Abdul Rahman for the SJSU 2024 CPGE Student Conference
Jan 16, 2024

 

 

Collaboration with Aisha Abdul Rahman and Dynast Amir, about what having dual citizenship means and how you can make an impact on the continent as a true citizen.

Preservation of African and African American heritage and African cultural heritage through VR by Aisha Abdul Rahman for Popup Research Station
Nov 8, 2023

 

Presentation for Pop Up Research Station during my Fellowship at Sojourner Truth about the process and journey of testing out browser-based VR for Sojo Exhibits and African Artifacts.

The Black Travel Journey to Freedom, A Juneteenth Tribute
June 9, 2022

 

Collaboration with Wanderful Community for a conversation about how travel has helped the Black community explore what it means to be free, Black, and to connect with themselves and the world.