Gitanjali Rao
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Inventor, Futurist & Scientist; Developer of Anti-Cyberbullying Software Kindly; TIME Magazine's 2020 "Kid of the Year" & Inaugural Recipient of the Stephen Hawkings Medal for Science Communication
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Categories:Inventors, Technology, Science, Innovation, STEM, Influential Women, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Leadership, Motivational, Youth, Virtual, Workshop, Women's History Month, Women in Tech, Mental Health, Anti-Bullying, Health, Social Activism, Computer Science, Futurism, Women in Business
Gitanjali Rao Biography
Gitanjali Rao is an inventor, an aspiring scientist, author, speaker, and an active promoter of STEM around the world. She was recognized as America's Top Young Scientist and was a recipient of an EPA Presidential award for her patented invention of an innovative lead contamination detection tool. Rao is also the inventor of “Epione” -- a device for early diagnosis of prescription opioid addiction using genetic engineering -- and "Kindly," an anti-cyberbullying service using AI and Natural Language processing that has been praised by UNICEF.
She was honored as Forbes “30 Under 30 in Science” in 2019 and TIME’s “Top Young Innovator” and "TIME Kid of the Year" for her innovations and STEM workshops she conducts globally, which has inspired over 85,000 students in the last three years across 46 countries. She has also raised and contributed over $100K for rural science fairs and maker space in refugee camps.
Rao is the author of the book "Young Innovator's Guide to STEM," available in six languages, which guides students, educators, or teachers through a self-developed prescriptive 5-step innovation process. She was appointed as a UNICEF Youth Advocate 2021 for using science for solving social problems such as cyber-bullying and developing solutions for environmental protection, and recently received the Muhammed Ali Humanitarian and Martin Luther King beloved Community award for her selfless service for the refugee camp students. In 2025, she received the inaugural Stephen Hawkings Medal for Science Communication.
Rao is a student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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Gitanjali Rao Speaking Topics
Gitanjali will share her journey, some of her recognized innovations, her process of innovation, the importance of organization's support in opening up their doors and a call to action where each one of us can help make a difference in society.
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Speaking fees for Gitanjali Rao, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Gitanjali Rao are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gitanjali Rao, 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 Gitanjali Rao speak about?
Gitanjali Rao is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inventors, Technology, Science, Innovation, STEM, Influential Women, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Leadership, Motivational, Youth, Virtual, Workshop, Women's History Month, Women in Tech, Mental Health, Anti-Bullying, Health, Social Activism, Computer Science, Futurism and Women in Business.
Where does Gitanjali Rao travel from?
Gitanjali Rao generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Gitanjali Rao?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gitanjali Rao 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 Gitanjali Rao for your next private or corporate function.
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Gitanjali Rao is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inventors, Technology and Science. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gitanjali Rao for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Gitanjali Rao generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shayla Rivera, Alyssa Carson and Sylvia Acevedo. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gitanjali Rao for an upcoming event.
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Gitanjali Rao Speaking Topics
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A Young Innovator's Journey Using Science & Technology as a Catalyst for Social Change
Gitanjali will share her journey, some of her recognized innovations, her process of innovation, the importance of organization's support in opening up their doors and a call to action where each one of us can help make a difference in society.
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Gitanjali Rao Reviews
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Jellyfish - May 17 2024
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Capital One Services, LLC - Jun 12 2023
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Gitanjali was a hit! She is an amazing and inspiring young lady.
APWA WA Chapter - May 10 2023 -
Northern Micro, a Converge Company - Jan 09 2023
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Excellent work!
BMC Software - Oct 27 2022
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Gitanjali Rao honored as the inaugural recipient of the Stephen Hawking Medal Junior
STARMUS Festival proudly announced the launch of the Stephen Hawking Medal Junior Category during the STARMUS x Earth To Space launch event last night at The Kennedy Center. Gitanjali Rao was named the first recipient of this prestigious award. This new category of this prestigious award created by the late Professor Stephen Hawking and STARMUS Festival, represents his last legacy to promote science communication among the younger generation.
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MIT FIrst-year Honored at White House
MIT first-year student Gitanjali Rao was honored at the first Girls Leading Change celebration held at the White House on October 11, 2023.
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The Future Looks Bright According to Young American Inventor and Author, Gitanjali Rao
Meet the college student who’s changing the world with innovative solutions and promoting the power of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for positive impact every chance she gets
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Gitanjali Rao | Teen Creates AI Code to Battle Cyberbullying
Gitanjali Rao developed Kindly, a cutting-edge software that scans social media posts for bullying language and has been praised by UNICEF.
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MIT First-year Gitanjali Rao Honored at White House’s “Girls Leading Change” Celebration
MIT first-year student Gitanjali Rao was honored at the first Girls Leading Change celebration held at the White House on October 11, 2023, which is also the International Day of the Girl. Fifteen young women were selected by the White House Gender Policy Council for their work as leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, educators, authors, climate change activists, and health care advocates. Dr. Jill Biden recognized the group at the celebration and thanked them for their hard work, achievements, and strides toward making positive change in their communities and across the country.
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How do I book Gitanjali Rao to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gitanjali Rao 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 Gitanjali Rao, 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 Gitanjali Rao or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Gitanjali Rao for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Gitanjali Rao, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Gitanjali Rao are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gitanjali Rao, 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 Gitanjali Rao speak about?
Gitanjali Rao is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inventors, Technology, Science, Innovation, STEM, Influential Women, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Leadership, Motivational, Youth, Virtual, Workshop, Women's History Month, Women in Tech, Mental Health, Anti-Bullying, Health, Social Activism, Computer Science, Futurism and Women in Business. -
Where does Gitanjali Rao travel from?
Gitanjali Rao generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Gitanjali Rao?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gitanjali Rao 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 Gitanjali Rao 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 Gitanjali Rao 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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