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Bilkis Bano

Bilkis Bano

Keynote Speaker: Indian Human Rights Activist

Bilkis Bano Biography

Bilkis Bano (also known as Bilkis Dadi or Grandmother Bilkis) is an octogenarian Indian activist who was at the forefront of protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA) passed by the central Government of India. She received national and international coverage during the sit-in protest in Shaheen Bagh in Delhi. For her role in the Shaheen Bagh protest, she came to be known as one of the 'Dadis of Shaheen Bagh' (English: Grandmothers of Shaheen Bagh) and went on to be listed in Time 100 and 100 Women (BBC) in 2020. She was named "Woman of the Year" in The World's 500 Most Influential Muslims for 2020.

In September 2020, she was included in Time magazine's Time 100 list of the 100 most influential people in 2020 in the icons category. In her profile, journalist and author Rana Ayyub described her as 'the voice of the marginalised'. In November 2020, BBC listed Bilkis Dadi in the list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2020. BBC quotes her saying “Women should feel empowered to step out of their homes and raise their voice, especially against injustice. If they don't leave their homes, how will they showcase their strength?”

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Bilkis Bano Videos

How Bilkis Bano of Shaheen Bagh Became an Inspiration for Indian ...
Symbol of Resistance: Bilkis Dadi of Shaheen Bagh

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How much does it cost to book Bilkis Bano for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Bilkis Bano speak about?

Bilkis Bano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Civil Rights, Social Justice, Women, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Empowerment, Women's Rights, Women's Empowerment and Women's History Month.

Where does Bilkis Bano travel from?

Bilkis Bano generally travels from Jamia Nagar, India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Bilkis Bano?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bilkis Bano 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 Bilkis Bano 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 Bilkis Bano 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.


Bilkis Bano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Activism, Civil Rights and Social Justice. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Bilkis Bano generally travels from Jamia Nagar, India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aditi Mayer, JLove Calderon and Margaret Huang. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bilkis Bano for an upcoming event.

Bilkis Bano Videos

How Bilkis Bano of Shaheen Bagh Became an Inspiration for Indian ...
Symbol of Resistance: Bilkis Dadi of Shaheen Bagh

Bilkis Bano News

  • How do I book Bilkis Bano to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bilkis Bano 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 Bilkis Bano, 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 Bilkis Bano or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Bilkis Bano for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Bilkis Bano, 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 Bilkis Bano, 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 Bilkis Bano speak about?

    Bilkis Bano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Civil Rights, Social Justice, Women, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Empowerment, Women's Rights, Women's Empowerment and Women's History Month.
  • Where does Bilkis Bano travel from?

    Bilkis Bano generally travels from Jamia Nagar, India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Bilkis Bano?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bilkis Bano 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 Bilkis Bano 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 Bilkis Bano 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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