Joanne Bland

Joanne Bland

Keynote Speaker: Civil & Human Rights Activist; Co-Founder of the National Voting Rights Museum & Institute

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Joanne Bland Biography

Joanne Bland is a civil rights activist who joined the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee as a child and became one of the youngest participants jailed during demonstrations. Bland marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, witnessing violence against fellow activists, and continued through Turn Around Tuesday and the Selma to Montgomery march, contributing to the movement for voting rights legislation. Her early arrests—documented at least 13 times by age 11—underscore her commitment to nonviolent protest and civil rights advocacy.

After serving in the U.S. Army and earning a degree from the College of Staten Island, Bland returned to Selma and co-founded the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute to preserve the legacy of the voting rights movement. She later established Journeys for the Soul, a tour agency guiding visitors through Selma's civil rights history, and co-founded Foot Soldiers Park and Education Center, which works to ensure the stories of foot soldiers are preserved. Through these initiatives, Bland has established herself as an educator and historian, drawing audiences interested in civil rights history and social justice.

Bland has served as a keynote speaker at institutions including the Smithsonian, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and UW-Eau Claire, as well as at conferences and events nationwide. She shares her personal experiences to encourage voter engagement and activism, participating in peace and justice fellowships and Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. Bland connects past sacrifices with present responsibilities, emphasizing the ongoing importance of voting rights and civic participation.

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Joanne Bland Speaking Topics

Civil Rights, Activism, Black Heritage, University Speaker

Joanne Bland Videos

The Strength of Ordinary People: A Conversation With Jo Ann Bland.
Joanne Bland: Selma's youngest protestor - YouTube
JoAnne Bland on the Story of Selma, Alabama - YouTube

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What topics does Joanne Bland speak about?

Joanne Bland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Anti-Racism and Social Justice.

Where does Joanne Bland travel from?

Joanne Bland generally travels from Selma, AL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Joanne Bland?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joanne Bland 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joanne Bland for your next private or corporate function.

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Joanne Bland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Civil Rights, Social Activism and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joanne Bland for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Joanne Bland generally travels from Selma, AL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, Yoruba Richen and Xernona Clayton. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joanne Bland for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/04/2026.

Joanne Bland Speaking Topics

  • Civil Rights, Activism, Black Heritage, University Speaker

Joanne Bland Videos

The Strength of Ordinary People: A Conversation With Jo Ann Bland.
Joanne Bland: Selma's youngest protestor - YouTube
JoAnne Bland on the Story of Selma, Alabama - YouTube

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  • How do I book Joanne Bland to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joanne Bland 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 Joanne Bland, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joanne Bland or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Joanne Bland for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Joanne Bland, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Joanne Bland are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joanne Bland, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Joanne Bland speak about?

    Joanne Bland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Anti-Racism and Social Justice.
  • Where does Joanne Bland travel from?

    Joanne Bland generally travels from Selma, AL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Joanne Bland?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joanne Bland 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joanne Bland 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 Joanne Bland 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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