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Ayo Tometi

Ayo Tometi

Keynote Speaker: Human Rights Advocate, Strategist, Writer & Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter Movement

Ayo Tometi Biography

Ayọ Tometi is one of the most influential human rights leaders of the century according to TIME magazine. As one of the three women co-founders of Black Lives Matter digital platform and chapter-based network, her name is etched in history. Hailed as a feminist freedom fighter, Tometi is respected for her track record of uniting communities, and for her thought leadership on race, immigration, and gender.

In 2019, she completed nearly a decade of service as the Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI), the first immigrant rights organization for people of African descent in the United States. Tometi is a trusted advisor and serves on the board of Atlantic Fellows for Racial Equity and the International Living Futures Institute. She has graced the cover of magazines because of her achievements and received numerous recognitions including an honorary PhD, being named most influential women of the century by USA Today, TIME Magazine, and Most Influential People by Forbes, Marie Claire, Glamour and Cosmopolitan magazines.

Tometi was also honored by the City University of New York (CUNY) with a scholarship in her name to support immigrant students pursuing law degrees. In 2019 she also received the Coretta Scott King Center Award and Douglass 200 Award, and is currently featured in a video installation at the Smithsonian’s National Museum for African History and Culture for her contributions in thought-leadership for the betterment of the diaspora.

As the daughter of Nigerian immigrants, Tometi has set her movement sights on an even bigger struggle: uplifting Black lives worldwide. In 2020 she founded Diaspora Rising, a new media and advocacy hub dedicated to strengthening the bonds amongst members of the global Black family. Additionally, she's focused on other social enterprises. With nearly two decades as a human rights champion, she still feels her work has only just begun.

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Ayo Tometi Videos

Tackle racism in AI, says Black Lives Matter co-founder Opal Tometi
BLM Founders | TIME100 2020
Behind the Scenes with Black Lives Matter's Opal Tometi

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How much does it cost to book Ayo Tometi for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Ayo Tometi speak about?

Ayo Tometi is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Immigration, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Women's Rights, Women's Empowerment, Social Activism, Culture, Motivational, Non-Profit, Ethics & Integrity, Social Justice, Government, Civil Rights and TED.

Where does Ayo Tometi travel from?

Ayo Tometi generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ayo Tometi?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ayo Tometi for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ayo Tometi for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ayo Tometi or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Ayo Tometi is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Immigration, Black Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ayo Tometi generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Angela Davis, Charlene Carruthers and Tamika D. Mallory. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ayo Tometi for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 30/01/2024.

Ayo Tometi Videos

Tackle racism in AI, says Black Lives Matter co-founder Opal Tometi
BLM Founders | TIME100 2020
Behind the Scenes with Black Lives Matter's Opal Tometi
The Untold: Opal Tometi
  • How do I book Ayo Tometi to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ayo Tometi for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ayo Tometi, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ayo Tometi or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ayo Tometi for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ayo Tometi, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ayo Tometi, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ayo Tometi speak about?

  • Where does Ayo Tometi travel from?

    Ayo Tometi generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ayo Tometi?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ayo Tometi for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ayo Tometi for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ayo Tometi or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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