Biography

Keda Dorisca was appointed by Governor Matt Meyer in 2025.

Keda Dorisca is a community advocate, strategic partnerships leader, and lifelong Delawarean dedicated to advancing equity, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for individuals and families throughout the state. Through her career and civic engagement, Keda has built meaningful relationships, amplified community voices, and brought together community organizations, government agencies, nonprofit leaders, and policymakers to advance positive, lasting change.

Keda brings extensive experience in community engagement, coalition building, advocacy, and cross-sector partnerships. She has strengthened community networks, advanced educational equity, expanded access to resources, and connected individuals and families with opportunities to succeed. Her work is grounded in the belief that lasting progress depends on meaningfully involving communities in decisions that affect their lives.

Her commitment to public service extends beyond her professional career through active involvement in civic, nonprofit, and community-based organizations. Keda serves in leadership and advisory roles with organizations focused on education, housing, women’s empowerment, youth development, racial equity, and community well-being. She is the Co-Chair and Founder of the Haitian Coalition of Delaware and has served on the boards of Black Mothers in Power and Survivors of Abuse in Recovery (SOAR). Her community involvement also includes Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; the Fund for Women at the Delaware Community Foundation; the Sussex Housing Group; the Youth Philanthropy Board; the Delaware Head Start Association; and the NAACP, among other organizations.

As a proud member of the Haitian diaspora, Keda is passionate about celebrating cultural heritage, strengthening ties among African and Caribbean communities, and ensuring their voices, experiences, and contributions are represented in civic and public life.

Keda is a graduate of Delaware State University. She brings a community-centered approach to leadership, grounded in collaboration, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to service.