Keepin' It Real

Evon combines her belief in the power of story with an inborn talent for teaching and performing. Her infectious enthusiasm and dynamic energy revitalize audiences and empower participants in her workshops.

Holding a B.S. in psychology and a Masters in Educational Technology, Evon Black has been a performer since 1986. She uses folktales from around the nation in a non-didactic way to teach values, elevate understanding and acceptance of other cultures. Professional associations find Evon to be a lively and inspiring speaker.

At Gallaudet University as a college student, Evon was the first Black deaf student who held a higher position as Student Body Government Vice President since Gallaudet was founded 1868. Evon survived through all obstacles and struggles in order to open the doors for the black students on campus. Evon made a pathway for student of colors in different organizations.

Evon has worked primarily in the Deaf student development area for approximately 22 years ranging from Deaf residential schools to Gallaudet University. Prior to Sprint as Alabama Relay Account Manager, she was the Senior Admissions Counselor and handled 21 states for National Technical Institute for the Deaf. Evon is now a Statewide Coordinator of Technology Services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind Services with Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services.

She currently resides in Birmingham AL with her precious 13 years old son, known as “DJ”.