Social Activism Speakers

Championing Change: Empowering Messages & Wisdom Shared by Social Activism Experts

List of Social Activism Speakers

Throughout history, like-minded groups and communities have been brought together by a shared cause and worked to bring about changes in society. From the civil rights movement to women's suffrage, social activism has brought about landmark achievements on a communal and federal scale. However, these social justice speakers know that the fight for change is far from over when it comes to racial injustice, gender equality, and LGBTQ+ rights. The social activists, politicians, and celebrities in this category continue to advocate and raise awareness for important issues that affect marginalized communities.

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Dee Rees

Award-Winning Writer & Director Known for "Pariah"

Michael W. Twitty
(4 ratings)

Culinary Historian & Author of "KosherSoul" and "Rice: A Savor the South Cookbook"

Charles Blow
(2 ratings)

Visual Op-Ed Columnist for The New York Times; CNN Contributor & NYT Bestselling Author of "Fire Shut Up in My Bones"

Michael Arceneaux
(1 rating)

Bestselling Author of "I Can't Date Jesus"

Yoruba Richen
(4 ratings)

Peabody Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker; Known For TED Talk on the Intersection of Civil Rights & LGBT Rights

Kumail Nanjiani

Comedian, Writer & Actor Known for "Silicon Valley" & "The Big Sick"

Justice Shannon Frison
(1 rating)

Former Massachusetts Supreme Court Justice; Advocate for Oppressed in Legal System; Criminal & Civil Law Attorney

Willie Jolley

Award-Winning Motivational Speaker on Maximizing your Personal & Professional Potential; Media Personality, Bestselling Author of "An Attitude of Excellence"

Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
(10 ratings)

Presidential Professor at CUNY Graduate Center, BET News Correspondent, Human Rights Activist & Author

Cheech Marin

Stand-Up Comedian, Actor, Author & Activist; Chicano Art Collector; Best Known for "Cheech & Chong"

Amy Purdy
(1 rating)

Professional Para-Snowboarder & Three-Time Paralympic Medalist; NYT Bestselling Author, "On My Own Two Feet"; Contestant on Season 18 of "Dancing with the Stars"

Spencer West
(2 ratings)

Inspirational Adventurist; Double Amputee; Disability & LGBTQ Justice Advocate; Social Media Influencer on Overcoming Bullying and Creating Positive Change

Dalia David

Wellness Chef, Cultural Intelligence Architect & Co-Founder of Heritage Space Food

Roy Choi
(1 rating)

Television & Film Celebrity Chef; Co-Founder of Kogi BBQ; Bestselling Author

Jane Fonda

Actress, Feminist, Author, Political Activist, Former Fashion Model & Fitness Advocate

Joan Lunden
(12 ratings)

Award-Winning Journalist, Best-Selling Author, Health & Wellness Advocate; Former TV Host of "Good Morning America"

Al Duncan
(24 ratings)

Motivational Speaker for At-Risk Youth; Authority on Development Soft Skills & Empowerment; Managing Partner of Soft Skills for STEM (S3TEM)

Antoni Porowski
(2 ratings)

Chef, NYT Bestselling Author & Emmy-Nominated Host of Netflix's "Queer Eye" & "No Taste Like Home"

Gretchen Carlson

Acclaimed TV Journalist & Women's Empowerment Advocate

Mira Sorvino
(3 ratings)

Academy Award-Winning Actress Known for "Mighty Aphrodite"; United Nations Goodwill Ambassador on Human Trafficking