About

Sign Flower is owned and run by Alisa Nakano, a Deaf woman of color with a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Bachelor’s in Deaf Education. She has over 20 years of experience working in public schools, universities, and consulting with non-profits and corporations in teaching ASL and advocating for a more accessible world.

Nakano connects you to experienced and knowledgeable instructors and trainers who are a part of the deaf community.

Why learn ASL from SignFlower? 
The deaf and hard of hearing community is diverse and expansive, it includes the deaf and hard of hearing individuals AND their families, colleagues, friends, and allies. Mastering American Sign Language is a truly unique journey, shaped profoundly by the diverse experiences and backgrounds of its instructors.