Topic: Racial Issues
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Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Guion Bluford
First African American Astronaut
Dr. Guion “Guy” Bluford, Jr. (Colonel, USAF, Ret.) was the first African American to fly in space in 1983, and the first African American to return to space for a second, third, and fourth time. He logged over 688 hours and he is now president of the Aerospace Technology Group.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Dr. Lawana Gladney
Emotional Wellness Doctor
Dr. Gladney is the Emotional Wellness Doctor that teaches you how to manage your emotions and stress to achieve good physical and emotional health to create success in your life.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 3 Videos: 5
Erin Gruwell
Educator and Founder of the Freedom Writers Foundation
Erin Gruwell is a teacher, an author, and the founder of the Freedom Writers Foundation. By fostering an educational philosophy that values and promotes diversity, Erin transformed her students’ lives.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Sonia Nazario
Social Journalist, Author, Humanitarian
Sonia Nazario is an award-winning journalist and humanitarian. Her personal story is the story of migration and of ganas (determination). Her articles and speeches move people to tears and end in standing ovations.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 0 Videos: 2
Marlon Peterson
#BePrecedential
Marlon went from facing life in prison at 19-years old to being one of the preeminent voices in social and criminal justice. Just seven years since his release, he was named one of America's 100 most influential and inspiring leaders in the Black community by Ebony Magazine.
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