Raynisha Jackson

She/Her

A Deaf Black woman smiles at the camera against a soft blue background. She has long black braids styled in a crown, purple-framed glasses, and wears a dark green blouse, gray-and-white patterned sweater, and pendant necklace.

Title: Project Manager, Writer, & Disability Justice Leader

Location: Compton, California

Issue Areas: Black Deaf Representation, Deaf Children’s literature, Disability Justice

Affiliations/Organizations: The Black Deaf Project


Raynisha Renee Latrice Jackson is a Black Deaf disability justice leader, storyteller, and project manager who cares deeply about Black representation and the Deaf community. Her work has included Deaf children’s literature, education, public health, and community programming, with a focus on creating spaces where Black Deaf people can see themselves reflected. She has led projects such as Melanin in Every Page: The Black Deaf Book Collective and serves on the APHA Disability Justice Advisory Board. Raynisha lives in Compton with her hubby, Jordan, and their neighborhood homie, Mittenz, a friendly cat who lives three doors down. 

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