Patrisse Cullors
As co-creator of the Black Lives Matter movement, this dedicated activist and artist inspires audiences to organize and stand together in pursuit of social justice.
- #BlackLivesMatter;
- Activist;
- Social Justice;
- Author;
- Black History Month
Janaya Khan
While initiating dialogue around race, gender and identity, this co-founder of the Black Lives Matter Canada chapter empowers audiences to engage in social activism.
- Black History Month;
- Police Brutality;
- Activist;
- Race;
- Community Organizer
Che "Rhymefest" Smith
The Grammy- and Oscar-winning rapper and social activist sparks honest conversation about rebuilding communities and recognizing each other’s humanity.
- Grammy Award;
- Hip-Hop;
- Black History Month;
- Community Leader;
- Academy Award
Kimberly Bryant
This nationally recognized social innovator and the founder of Black Girls Code inspires others to become change agents by pushing through traditional boundaries and perceived limitations to help drive change in our world.
- STEM;
- Black History Month;
- Overcoming Adversity;
- Social Change;
- Leadership
Jesse Holland
Associated Press reporter covering Congress and politics with a focus on Race, Ethnicity, Demographics and Afro-futurism.
- Journalist;
- Afro-Futurism
Freeman A. Hrabowski, III
Advocate for Science and Technology Education for African Americans
- Education;
- Science;
- Civil Rights;
- Black History Month;
- Overcoming Adversity
- Cultural Commentary;
- Race;
- Gender;
- Hip-Hop;
- Black History Month