Lakisha Cohill

Executive Director

The Cohill Foundation

Lakisha Cohill, a Birmingham, AL native, emerged from the struggle and overcame being considered an at-risk child. Having navigated the challenges of the streets, including involvement in illegal activities, Lakisha’s transformative journey was sparked by a heartbreaking loss. The tragic death of her baby brother to gun violence, perpetrated by teenagers, prompted her to leave the streets behind. Despite the profound pain, Lakisha found the strength to forgive those responsible. However, the tragedy propelled her into a mission to break the cycle for other at-risk youth. Recognizing the struggles these young individuals faced in the streets, she became passionately dedicated to guiding them onto a legal and positive path. Lakisha holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and leverages her seasoned, compassionate, and dedicated mental health expertise. She is not only a mental health professional but also the owner of H&C INK LLC, a cinematography company. Additionally, she serves as a content creator for Kinigra Deon Enterprise and Family. For the past decade, Lakisha has channeled her experience and creativity into connecting with and mentoring at-risk and disadvantaged youth. Witnessing these young individuals grapple with expressing their emotions, she felt compelled to address the deeper issues affecting them. In response, Lakisha founded the Cohill Foundation, utilizing art as a transformative tool. The foundation aims to help youth gain self-understanding, learn effective coping methods, process emotions, and work through their problems. Lakisha’s guiding philosophy is reflected in her quote: “Use your creativity to tap into your internal power for external growth and healing.” Through her multifaceted roles and the Cohill Foundation, she continues to be a beacon of change, turning personal tragedy into a source of inspiration for those who need it most.