Ijeoma Oluo

Ijeoma Oluo

Keynote Speaker: Writer & Social Activist Known for Her Work on Issues of Race & Identity; Author of "So You Want to Talk About Race"

Ijeoma Oluo Biography

Ijeoma Oluo (ee-joh-mah oh-loo-oh) is a Seattle-based writer, speaker and internet yeller. Her work on social issues such as race and gender has been published in The Guardian, Esquire, Washington Post, ELLE Magazine, New York Times, NBC News and more. She has been featured on The Daily Show, All Things Considered, BBC News, and more.

Her #1 NYT bestselling first book, "So You Want To Talk About Race," was released January 2018 with Seal Press. Her second book, "MEDIOCRE: The Dangerous Legacy of White Male America," was published December 2020 with Seal Press and her upcoming book, "Be A Revolution: How Everyday People Are Fighting Oppression and Changing the World - and How You Can Too," was published January 2024 with Harper One.

Oluo was named one of the Most Influential People in Seattle by Seattle Magazine, one of the 50 Most Influential Women in Seattle by Seattle Met, one of The Root's 100 Most Influential African Americans in 2017 & 2018, and is the recipient of the Feminist Humanist Award 2018 by the American Humanist Association, the Harvard Humanist of the year 2020, the Media Justice Award by the Gender Justice League, and the 2018 Aubrey Davis Visionary Leadership Award by the Equal Opportunity Institute.

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Ijeoma Oluo Speaking Topics

So You Want to Talk About Race

Ijeoma Oluo Videos

Ijeoma Oluo - The Pyramid Scheme Of White Supremacy | The Daily Show
Ijeoma Oluo with Charles Mudede: So You Want to Talk About Race
Ijeoma Oluo On Talking About Race And Racism

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What topics does Ijeoma Oluo speak about?

Ijeoma Oluo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Government, Social Activism, Social Justice, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion, Journalism, Civil Rights, Women's Rights, Virtual, Culture, Consulting, Authors, Women, DEI, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Motivational, Political, Literary and College.

Where does Ijeoma Oluo travel from?

Ijeoma Oluo generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ijeoma Oluo?

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Ijeoma Oluo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Government, Social Activism and Social Justice. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ijeoma Oluo for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Ijeoma Oluo generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bakari Sellers, Tamika D. Mallory and Dr. Marc Lamont Hill. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ijeoma Oluo for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/09/2024.

Ijeoma Oluo Speaking Topics

  • So You Want to Talk About Race

Ijeoma Oluo Videos

Ijeoma Oluo - The Pyramid Scheme Of White Supremacy | The Daily Show
Ijeoma Oluo with Charles Mudede: So You Want to Talk About Race
Ijeoma Oluo On Talking About Race And Racism

Ijeoma Oluo Reviews

  • Ijeoma was terrific – we are still receiving great feedback from attendees!
    Palmer Scholars - May 23 2023

  • YWCA Minneapolis - Nov 02 2021

  • Everything was great. Thank you.
    Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education - Oct 25 2021

  • National CASA/GAL Association for Children - May 17 2021

  • The Division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Virginia - Apr 07 2021

Ijeoma Oluo News

  • How do I book Ijeoma Oluo to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ijeoma Oluo, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ijeoma Oluo are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ijeoma Oluo, 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 Ijeoma Oluo speak about?

  • Where does Ijeoma Oluo travel from?

    Ijeoma Oluo generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ijeoma Oluo?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ijeoma Oluo 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 Ijeoma Oluo 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 Ijeoma Oluo 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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