Lashaya Darisaw
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| Born | LaShaya Darisaw United States |
| Citizenship | American |
| Education | Master of Public Administration, University of Michigan–Flint |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan–Flint |
| Occupation | Community organizer, political strategist, environmental justice advocate |
| Known for | Grassroots leadership during the Flint water crisis; environmental justice advocacy |
LaShaya Darisaw is an American community organizer, political strategist, and environmental justice advocate based in Flint, Michigan. She is known for her grassroots work during and after the Flint water crisis, her involvement with Michigan United, and her 2018 campaign for the Michigan House of Representatives.[1]
Early life and education
Darisaw earned a Master of Public Administration from the University of Michigan–Flint.[2] She has stated publicly that she holds multiple collegiate degrees in fields including public policy, political science, and business administration.[3]
Career
Community organizing and advocacy
Darisaw served as the Flint Organizing Director for Michigan United, a statewide grassroots group affiliated with People’s Action.[4] Her work included community engagement, political organizing, and environmental justice advocacy.
She became active in community response to the Flint water crisis, speaking publicly about environmental racism, public health harm, and long-term inequities facing Flint residents.[5]
Darisaw has participated in community vigils, racial justice events, and public demonstrations, including a candlelight vigil in Flint addressing systemic racism and police violence.[6]
She has also been involved in environmental justice campaigns such as community opposition to the AJAX asphalt plant in Flint, citing concerns over pollution and health impacts.[7]
Policy engagement
In 2021, Darisaw submitted written testimony to the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council, addressing environmental racism and federal responsibility in communities experiencing environmental harm.[8]
Consulting and professional work
Darisaw has worked as a consultant specializing in trauma-informed organizational development, leadership training, and diversity and inclusion strategy.[9] She has also worked in behavioral support roles within human services programs.[10]
Political activity
In 2018, Darisaw ran for the Michigan House of Representatives representing the 49th District.[11] Her campaign focused on transparency in government, environmental justice, community-driven policy, access to healthcare, and equitable economic development.[12]
She received an endorsement from the Progressive Caucus of the Michigan Democratic Party during her run for office.[13]
Media coverage and recognition
Darisaw has been featured in several media outlets, including East Village Magazine, Ms. Magazine, and local and regional publications covering Flint’s activism and ongoing recovery from the water crisis.[14][15]
Personal life
Darisaw resides in Flint, Michigan, and is the mother of one daughter.[16] She has spoken about balancing parenthood with her political and community work.[17]
References
- ↑ https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2018/04/29/lashaya-darisaw-launches-statehouse-campaign/
- ↑ https://commencement.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RGE-2017-Final-Program.pdf
- ↑ https://www.lashaya.org
- ↑ https://peoplesaction.org/peoples-action-statement-on-president-trumps-infrastructure-plan/
- ↑ https://www.msMagazine.com/2019/11/14/the-personal-is-political-for-this-flint-based-young-feminist/
- ↑ https://flintbeat.com/candlelight-vigil-revisits-lessons-from-flints-history-on-how-to-create-change/
- ↑ https://www.binnews.com/content/2021-11-15-flint-residents-gear-up-for-yet-another-environmental-fight/
- ↑ https://downloads.regulations.gov/EPA-HQ-OA-2021-0683-0058/content.pdf
- ↑ https://www.lashaya.org
- ↑ https://www.sparksbehavioralservices.com/our-teama7c47802
- ↑ https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2018/02/27/meet-the-candidate-lashaya-darisaw-49th-district-state-representative/
- ↑ https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2018/04/29/lashaya-darisaw-launches-statehouse-campaign/
- ↑ https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2018/04/29/lashaya-darisaw-launches-statehouse-campaign/
- ↑ https://msmagazine.com/2019/11/14/the-personal-is-political-for-this-flint-based-young-feminist/
- ↑ https://peoplestribune.org/2024/05/flint-is-still-broken-10-years-later/
- ↑ https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2018/02/27/meet-the-candidate-lashaya-darisaw-49th-district-state-representative/
- ↑ https://msmagazine.com/2019/11/14/the-personal-is-political-for-this-flint-based-young-feminist/
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