The top black keynote speakers have powerful voices and share inspiring narratives on center stage. We take immense pride in presenting a curated selection of African-American thought leaders, influencers, and trailblazers who have shattered barriers and left an indelible mark on society. These select names of the very best black keynote speakers provide motivational keynotes, impactful presentations, and thought-provoking talks that embrace diversity, foster inclusion, and inspire positive change.
Whether you're hosting corporate events, conferences, educational institutions, or community gatherings, our African-American speakers deliver captivating and inclusive presentations that empower audiences to shape an equitable future.
Top 10 Top Black Keynote Speakers
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Wesley Lowery National Reporter at The Washington Post
He currently works as a national reporter covering law enforcement and justice for the Washington Post. Previo... Read More
Category: Journalists , Political Commentators , Diversity Speakers
William J. Barber President, Repairers of the Breach, Co-Chair of the Poor People’s Campaign and Best-Selling Author
American social activist and Protestant preacher William J. Barber II. At Repairers of the Breach, he serves a... Read More
Category: Political Commentators , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Yara Shahidi Actress Best Known for black-ish and grown-ish
In the multi-award-winning ABC comedy series "Black-ish," young scholar, philanthropist, and actor Yara Shahid... Read More
Category: Actors-Actresses , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Yolanda King Reese Martin Luther King Jr.'s Granddaughter and Activist
Yolanda Renee King is an American activist and advocate for civil rights, known for her work in continuing the... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Activists
Yoruba Richen Documentary Filmmaker Known For TED Talk on the Intersection of Civil Rights & LGBT Rights
A documentary filmmaker from the United States named Yoruba Richen has produced and directed movies throughout... Read More
Category: Journalists , Documentary Filmmakers , LGBTQ Speakers
Yusef Salaam One of the Central Park 5 and Speaker on the Criminal Justice System
In one of New York City's most recognizable locations, Central Park, a young lady in the prime of her life was... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Activists , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Yvonne Cagle NASA Management Astronaut and Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel
As a commissioned medical officer working at the 48th Tactical Hospital in the UK, Dr. Yvonne Cagle participat... Read More
Category: Astronaut Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Zerlina Maxwell SiriusXM Political Host, Sexual Assault Awareness Advocate and Author of "The End of White Politics"
Zerlina Maxwell works for SiriusXM as the Director of Progressive Programming and for NBC/MSNBC as a Political... Read More
Category: Political Commentators , Liberal Speakers , Women's Speakers
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