Kareena Burrell-Ebanks is a highly skilled American Sign Language (ASL) professional with extensive experience bridging communication gaps between Deaf and hearing communities. With a deep commitment to language access, inclusion, and cultural competency, Kareena has dedicated her career to advancing the visibility and equity of Deaf individuals across educational, professional, and public domains, serving individuals from ages 0–99.

 

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Kutztown University and is currently completing a Master’s in Deaf Education at Saint Joseph’s University. She has worked in a variety of settings, including Early Intervention, Pre-K, community interpreting, ASL tutoring, Deaf advocacy, and providing social work services to Deaf senior citizens. As a proud Child of a Deaf Adult (CODA), Kareena is fluent in both ASL and English and is known for her ability to advocate in both informal and formal settings. She is adept at facilitating inclusion and communication with cultural sensitivity and linguistic accuracy.

 

In addition to interpreting, coaching families, tutoring hearing adult learners, and working with Deaf children in ASL/English, Kareena has actively explored Deaf culture in multiple countries, including Ghana, St. Vincent, and Jamaica, where she continues to support Deaf empowerment and awareness. Her professional philosophy is rooted in respect for Deaf culture and a commitment to inclusion through bridging gaps in communication and accessibility.