Shawn Ginwright

Shawn Ginwright

Keynote Speaker: Thought Leader on African American Youth, Youth Activism & Youth Development; Founder & CEO of Flourish Agenda, Inc.

Shawn Ginwright Biography

Dr. Shawn Ginwright is the Jerome T. Murphy Professor of Practice at Harvard Graduate School of Education. His groundbreaking work on trauma, healing, and the empowerment of African American youth has been instrumental in reshaping the discourse surrounding youth development. Dr. Ginwright’s introduction of the concept of "healing-centered engagement" in 2018 has revolutionized the field, providing an asset-based approach to addressing youth trauma and fostering resilience. His work has been cited in the New York Times, and he is a highly sought-after speaker on topics ranging from civic engagement and youth activism to the transformative power of healing.

Dr. Ginwright's contributions extend beyond his academic work. He is a seasoned non- profit leader, serving as the co-founder and CEO of Flourish Agenda, Inc., a pioneer research lab and consulting firm dedicated to unlocking the power of healing and empowering youth of color, as well as their adult allies, to drive transformative change in their schools and communities. In addition, Dr. Ginwright has written numerous highly acclaimed books, including “The Four Pivots: Reimagining Justice, Reimagining Ourselves” and “Hope and Healing in Urban Education: How Urban Activists and Teachers Are Reclaiming Matters of the Heart.”

Dr. Shawn Ginwright resides between Boston, MA and Oakland, CA and continues to drive transformative change in education. His relentless dedication to empowering marginalized youth and creating inclusive spaces for healing and growth is truly inspiring.

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Shawn Ginwright Videos

HEALINGJUSTICE17: KEYNOTE SPEECH DR. SHAWN GINWRIGHT
2019 BOOST Conference - Dr. Shawn Ginwright's Keynote Address ...
Shawn Ginwright at How Kids Learn Conference VI in San Francisco ...

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What topics does Shawn Ginwright speak about?

Shawn Ginwright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Youth, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, College and Motivational.

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Shawn Ginwright generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Shawn Ginwright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Diversity & Inclusion and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Shawn Ginwright for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Shawn Ginwright generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bakari Sellers, Dr. Marc Lamont Hill and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shawn Ginwright for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/05/2025.

Shawn Ginwright Videos

HEALINGJUSTICE17: KEYNOTE SPEECH DR. SHAWN GINWRIGHT
2019 BOOST Conference - Dr. Shawn Ginwright's Keynote Address ...
Shawn Ginwright at How Kids Learn Conference VI in San Francisco ...
2016 Dare to Disrupt! Keynote - Shawn Ginwright, Ph.D.

Shawn Ginwright Reviews

  • National Association of School Psychologists - Mar 14 2023

  • How do I book Shawn Ginwright to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Shawn Ginwright, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Shawn Ginwright are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Shawn Ginwright, 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 Shawn Ginwright speak about?

    Shawn Ginwright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Youth, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, College and Motivational.
  • Where does Shawn Ginwright travel from?

    Shawn Ginwright generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Shawn Ginwright?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Shawn Ginwright 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 Shawn Ginwright 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 Shawn Ginwright 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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