Sheyann Webb-Christburg

Sheyann Webb-Christburg

Keynote Speaker: Civil Rights Activist & Youth Advocate; Co-Author of "Selma, Lord, Selma"; Founder of KEEP Productions

Sheyann Webb-Christburg Biography

Sheyann Webb-Christburg is recognized for her contributions to the American civil rights movement, particularly as the youngest participant in the Selma voting rights campaign. Known as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Smallest Freedom Fighter, Webb-Christburg began her involvement at age 8, participating in the historic march across Alabama's Edmund Pettus Bridge, which became known as Bloody Sunday. This event marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for voting rights, as peaceful demonstrators faced violent opposition while advocating for Black voter enfranchisement in a state with a history of voter suppression.

Before the events of Bloody Sunday, Webb-Christburg attended segregated public schools in Dallas County, Alabama, and was among the first Black children to integrate an all-white school, where she experienced significant adversity. These formative experiences influenced her lifelong commitment to justice and youth empowerment.

Webb-Christburg is the co-author of "Selma, Lord, Selma: Girlhood Memories of the Civil Rights Days," written with Rachel West Nelson and Frank Sikora. The book details her experiences during the Selma-to-Montgomery march and her interactions with civil rights leaders including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jonathan Daniels, Viola Liuzzo, and Rev. James Reed. The story was adapted into a film produced by Walt Disney Television, which aired on ABC and received a nomination for Best Television Mini Series by the NAACP Image Awards. Both the book and film have contributed to public understanding of the civil rights movement and Webb-Christburg's role within it.

After graduating from Tuskegee University, Webb-Christburg founded KEEP Productions Youth Development Mentoring and Modeling Program in Montgomery. The program focuses on youth development, leadership, and empowerment, aiming to help young people build self-confidence and develop productive life skills. Through her work, Webb-Christburg has supported thousands of youth in achieving personal and academic success. She has also been honored with a Congressional Gold Medal.

Webb-Christburg regularly speaks at organizations, colleges, government agencies, and conventions nationwide. Her presentations address civil rights history, leadership, youth empowerment, and the ongoing pursuit of justice, offering firsthand accounts of the Selma movement and Dr. King's leadership. Webb-Christburg continues to connect historical lessons to contemporary challenges, contributing to ongoing conversations about civil rights and social justice.

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Sheyann Webb-Christburg Videos

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Sheyann Webb-Christburg 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 Sheyann Webb-Christburg for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Sheyann Webb-Christburg can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Fania Davis, Ijeoma Oluo and Kimberlé Crenshaw. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sheyann Webb-Christburg for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/06/2026.

Sheyann Webb-Christburg Videos

MLK Civil Rights Lecture | Sheyann Webb-Christburg
Sheyann Webb-Christburg | Videos & Movies on Vimeo
  • How do I book Sheyann Webb-Christburg to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Sheyann Webb-Christburg, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sheyann Webb-Christburg, 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 Sheyann Webb-Christburg speak about?

    Sheyann Webb-Christburg 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, Author, Youth, DEI, Anti-Racism, Influential Women and Storytelling.
  • Who is the agent for Sheyann Webb-Christburg?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sheyann Webb-Christburg 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 Sheyann Webb-Christburg 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 Sheyann Webb-Christburg 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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