I’m Aisha Abdul Rahman, PhD — archivist, genealogist, and heritage traveler. I help individuals trace their African American and West African ancestry, preserve family history, and turn that heritage into a lived reality, through 1:1 genealogy research, self-paced courses, my book, and heritage retreats in Sierra Leone. I also consult with museums and cultural institutions on digitization and archival strategy.
Trusted By Museums, Institutions & the Community
I’ve partnered with museums and heritage organizations, including the Lewis Latimer House Museum and Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum, on digitization strategy and exhibit design. I also work directly with individuals and community members on their own genealogy and heritage journeys.
Some of the organizations I’ve worked with:
“I really thank you for helping me on this journey”
– Sakeema Payne,
Director, Producer
Director, Producer
“The work you are doing is amazing; valuable.”
-Joannes “Joe” Hotagua,
Owner of Authentic African
“We are so honored to have you on our team at SOJO”
-Alpha Bruton,
Curator
“On a similar journey, your insights are very helpful”
– @TheHoodooReaper,
Community Member
Tracing Our Roots,
Reclaiming Our Legacy
My book, Tracing Our Roots, Reclaiming Our Legacy, is a step-by-step guide to African American genealogy, heritage travel, and preservation, everything you need to start researching your family history and reconnecting with your roots.
I’m building a series of self-paced online courses based on the book, launching in Fall 2026. They’ll walk you through the same process, from your first genealogy search to planning your own heritage journey.