Art Educator / EDI+ Organizer / Speaker
"I believe that art education is an ideal space to engage students in a critical analysis of issues of identity, social justice, anti-racism, and civic engagement."
Meet Alisha
Alisha Mernick (she/her) is an award winning, nationally recognized Visual Art and Social Justice Educator based in Los Angeles.
Alisha has an extensive history of professional service and activism related to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of art education, as well as over 15 years of classroom teaching experience.
Her teaching practice, publications, advocacy, and lectures advance art education as an ideal space to engage students in a critical analysis of issues of identity, social justice, anti-racism, and civic engagement.
Highlights
Award Winner. National Art Education Association's Agent of Change in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award
Active Professional. 15+ Years in K-12, Teacher Training, and Museum Education
DEI Activist. CAEA EDI Lead Commissioner, NAEA EDI Task Force Member, Speaker
Community Organizer. PLC Facilitator, CAEA President Elect, CAEA Conference Chair, UTLA Teachers Union Representative
Artist. Fabric Arts & Persian Miniature Painting, Graphic Design,
"In my classroom, we use the creative process not only to create and improve our physical artworks, but to freedom dream.
We reflect on our world, envision alternatives, and take steps toward creating a world free of oppression."
