Dr. Frank Mugisha

Dr. Frank Mugisha

Keynote Speaker: LGBTQ Rights Activist; Founder of Icebreakers Uganda & Executive Director of Sexual Minorities Uganda

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Dr. Frank Mugisha Biography

Dr. Frank Mugisha has been an influential figure in the field of LGBTQ rights, particularly in Uganda. As the Executive Director of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), Dr. Mugisha has made significant strides in challenging the social and political landscapes of the LGBTQ community in his home country. His dedication to the cause extends beyond SMUG; he also founded Icebreakers Uganda, an organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ individuals in Uganda, while still a university student in 2004. He also serves as a fellow at Columbia University's Institute of Global Politics. In recognition of his impactful work, Mugisha received the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award and the Thorolf Rafto Memorial Prize in 2011.

Dr. Mugisha's advocacy extends beyond the borders of Uganda, as demonstrated by his involvement in a lawsuit against American evangelist Scott Lively, who had a role in Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Bill. Represented by the Center for Constitutional Rights, Dr. Mugisha and his co-plaintiffs took a stand against the propagation of homophobic policies. His efforts to address the roots of homophobia were not only judicial but also intellectual, as seen in his argument in The Guardian, where he traced the influences of homophobia and the Anti-Homosexuality Bill in Uganda to Western influences.

His courageous work in the face of adversity has not gone unnoticed. In addition to the aforementioned prizes, he received an honorary doctorate from the University of Ghent and was named one of the most influential Black LGBTQ people in 2014. His influence and the impact of his work were further recognized in 2014 when he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize and later in 2017 when he was included in Fortune Magazine's list of the world's greatest leaders. In 2024, he was named on Time's 100 Most Influential People list. Dr. Mugisha's tireless efforts for LGBTQ rights in Uganda and beyond continue to resonate, emphasizing his commitment and dedication to the cause.

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A Ugandan Activist Daring to Speak Out Against Anti-LGBTQ Bill

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Dr. Frank Mugisha is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Social Justice.

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Dr. Frank Mugisha is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including LGBTQ, Civil Rights and Social Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Frank Mugisha for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Frank Mugisha can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sophie Santos, Yoruba Richen and AJ Hikes. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Frank Mugisha for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 21/04/2025.

Dr. Frank Mugisha Videos

A Ugandan Activist Daring to Speak Out Against Anti-LGBTQ Bill
  • How do I book Dr. Frank Mugisha to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Dr. Frank Mugisha, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Frank Mugisha are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Frank Mugisha, 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 Dr. Frank Mugisha speak about?

    Dr. Frank Mugisha is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Social Justice.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Frank Mugisha?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Frank Mugisha 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 Dr. Frank Mugisha 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 Dr. Frank Mugisha 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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