Black History Month

During the month of February, our nation celebrates the many achievements by black Americans and recognizes the central role of African Americans in U.S. history and culture. It’s not too late to book an inspiring Black History Month keynote speaker! Contact Speakers.com today for the perfect keynote speaker, virtual or live, for your next Black History Month event.

Tarana Burke

Activist Author, and Founder of the #MeToo Movement

Activist Author, and Founder of the #MeToo Movement Tarana Burke is best known for founding the ‘me too’ Movement and has dedicated her life to social justice work and giving strength to those who experienced sexual trauma or harassment. Honored […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
New York, United States


Farai Chideya

Award-Winning Author, Journalist, and Socio-Political Analyst

Award-Winning Author, Journalist, and Socio-Political Analyst Farai Chideya has covered the economy and jobs, politics, and race relations during her thirty year career as an award-winning journalist, author, professor, and speaker. With her deep knowledge of the future of work, […]

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$5,000 to $10,000
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Travels From
New York, United States


Angela Davis

Social Justice and Civil Rights Counterculture Legend

Social Justice and Civil Rights Counterculture Legend Iconic activist Angela Davis has made it her mission to share her life story and challenge her audiences to join the struggle for racial, economic, and gender justice. Radical Feminist Angela has been […]

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Travels From
California, United States


Gabby Douglas

American Gymnast & Olympic Gold Medalist

American Gymnast & Olympic Gold Medalist Gabby Douglas is a decorated American gymnast and sports icon. She has won three gold medals at the Olympics as well as two gold and one silver at the World Championships. Olympic Firsts She […]

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Travels From
California, United States


Marian Wright Edelman

Child Advocate and Founder & President of The Children's Defense Fund

Child Advocate and Founder & President of The Children’s Defense Fund Marian Wright Edelman, founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), has been an advocate for disadvantaged Americans for her entire professional life. Under her leadership, CDF has […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
District Of Columbia, United States


Justin Forsett

NFL Veteran, Shark Tank Entrepreneur, Team Dynamics Expert, Servant Leadership Speaker

NFL Veteran, Shark Tank Entrepreneur, Team Dynamics Expert, Servant Leadership Speaker Justin Forsett, an NFL Pro Bowl Athlete, Visionary Entrepreneur, and Servant Leadership speaker, embodies the belief that “If you’re too big to serve, you’re too small to lead.” With […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
Texas, United States


Henry Louis Gates

Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker, Cultural Critic & Journalist

Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker, Cultural Critic & Journalist Henry Louis Gates, Jr., is one of the United States’ most influential cultural critics and is both an eloquent commentator and formidable intellectual force on multicultural and African American issues.  He has […]

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$50,000 or greater
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Travels From
Massachusetts, United States


Bruce George

Co-Founder of "Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam" on HBO

Co-Founder of Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on HBO Bruce George is the Co-Founder of Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on HBO.He is a visionary, executive producer, writer, poet and activist. He was born and raised in New York City. […]

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$5,000 to $10,000
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Travels From
New York, United States


Dorothy Gilliam

First African-American Female Journalist at The Washington Post & Best-Selling Author, Trailblazer

First African-American Female Journalist at The Washington Post & Best-Selling Author, Trailblazer Dorothy Butler Gilliam has been a journalist for more than six decades. She started in the black press, working in Louisville, Kentucky; Memphis, Tennessee; and Chicago. In 1961, […]

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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
District Of Columbia, United States


Stedman Graham

Bestselling Author, Leadership Development Expert and Entrepreneur

Bestselling Author, Leadership Development Expert and Entrepreneur Stedman Graham is chairman and CEO of S. Graham & Associates.  As a businessman, educator and speaker, he presents, consults and conducts training with corporations, educational entities, the military and veterans, nonprofits and […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
Illinois, United States


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