SPEAKING
Aisha Fukushima blends the art of performance and lecture to create transformative speaking experiences. A four-time TEDx speaker, she is known for her signature musical keynotes that transform the energy of a room and open space for reflection, dialogue, and change.
Her work spans sectors—from Yale Law School to global companies including Meta, Lush, Google, and Zillow—bridging academic, corporate, and community spaces.
In addition to her keynotes, Fukushima offers workshops, panel conversations, and facilitation that support audiences in engaging justice work.
“Aisha Fukushima is in the top 1% of speakers that we’ve had the honor of hosting… She is one of the most important leaders we’ve brought to campus… I recommend her wholeheartedly.”
— Dr. Kurt Jefferson, Assistant Dean for Global Initiatives and Director, Westminster College
Photo by TopTia Photography
selected talks
Signature Speaking Topics
From poetry and leadership to global changemaking, Aisha brings a multidisciplinary lens to every stage, drawing on more than two decades of experience across music, education, cultural strategy, and social change. Each talk is tailored to the audience and occasion. Additional topics available upon request.
Mostly Water
Poetry for Belonging, Identity & Solidarity-BuildingGood Leaders Listen
What Leaders Can Learn from MusicVoice & Vision
Owning Your Story, Finding ResonanceHumankindness
How Radical Kindness Can Transform Our WorldThe World Is (Y)ours
Music, Movement-Building & Global ChangemakingThe Beauty of the Breakbeat
What Music Teaches Us About Restoration, Resilience & AttunementLet It Flow
Self-Expression as a Practice for Reflection, Healing & Connection
Jessica Sunmo