
Aisha LaDon
Archivist
Aisha Abdul Rahman is a dedicated scholar who is profoundly committed to
advancing equitable access to information, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting social justice. With a unique blend of experience in Library and Information Science (LIS) and the digital arts, she is a driving force in leveraging technology for posi9ve societal transformation. Aisha’s passion centers around her work in the digital preservation of African and African American heritage within Museums, Libraries, and Archives.
Aisha's academic journey is marked by her dual background in Library and information science
Project Management and Digital Arts. This diverse foundation empowers her to explore
innovative ways of merging technology and heritage preserva9on to effect change. Her research
interests converge at the intersection of technology, cultural heritage preservation, and social
equity. In particular, Aisha is cap9vated by the potential of browser-based virtual worlds to
bridge historical gaps, amplify the narra9ves of marginalized communities, and advocate for
social justice.