Activism

Bold. Strong. Authentic. These are just a few words that define Brittney Griner

Ryan O’Callaghan played college football for the University of California, Berkeley where he earned all American honors and was

Ben Affleck is an Academy Award winner who has been widely recognized for his work as

A top advisor to President Obama for nearly a decade and the former Executive Vice President and Global Chief Communications Officer of McDonald's (2015-19), Robert Gibbs is a communication expert…

Jenna Arnold is the Chief Impact Officer at an impact venture fund, Rethink Capital Partners, helping shape the fund's plan for meaningful and measurable impact across education, community, food, and…

Yara Shahidi is an award-winning actress, producer, change agent and breakout star of ABC’s Emmy-and Golden Globe-nominated series black-ish.

For the past 25 years, Alan Cumming has forged a career that is as idiosyncratic and diverse as it successful.

With a sharp sense of humor and pointed wit rivaling anyone in the industry, Ana Kasparian has captivated viewers as host and producer of the online news show The Young Turks and…

On February 14, 2018, the lives of the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School were forever changed when a lone gunman committed the deadliest high school shooting in United…

An artist with an activist bent, Petra Collins has made waves in the art and fashion worlds, expertly walking the line between insider and outsider, “It Girl” and renegade. She…

Willie Robertson is the CEO of Duck Commander and Buck Commander and star of A&E’s Duck Dynasty. Robertson has expanded his family companies, from a living room operation to a…

Anna-Sigga Niciolazzi draws on her experience as a career homicide prosecutor to highlight the stories of crime victims. A successful advocate in the courtroom, Anna-Sigga spent many years honing her…

Javier Muñoz is an actor and activist whose impressive body of work spans theater, film and television. Muñoz is best known for starring as "Alexander Hamilton” in the cultural-phenomenon musical Hamilton on…

Anne Morriss is driven by an infectious commitment to help people realize their full potential as leaders and change-makers. She is a highly sought-after leadership coach and the Executive Founder…

Barbara Ehrenreich reflects with biting humor on her journey as a writer and activist, taking audiences inside her Nickel and Dimed experience and sharing anecdotes and lessons learned from each of her…

Though best known for her Emmy-winning role on Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Ann Dowd’s story is its own dramatic tale—the story of a woman who would stop at nothing to protect…

Father Patrick Desbois, founder of the international human rights organization Yahad-In Unum, is a prolific author, distinguished Professor at Georgetown University, historian, forensic detective, and world-renowned human-rights activist. He has…

On any given week, the international criminal justice system sees wrongful convictions, prosecutorial misconduct, aggressive interrogation techniques, and cases that test the limits of our empathy and morality.

There are motivational speakers, and then there are “motivational do-ers.” Terry Crews is the latter. This bonafide powerhouse—actor, activist, best-selling author, former athlete, and beyond—has inspired countless individuals to “do…

Award-winning actress and New York Times best-selling author Alicia Silverstone is often recognized for her role as “Cher” in the comedy hit Clueless.

With warmth and candor, Ruffalo discusses his work on screen, stage, and behind the camera, as well as his advocacy for environmental and political causes.

On stage, Gary Grice shares anecdotes from his childhood and the genesis of his scientific curiosity growing up in the inner city of Staten Island. With deft lyrical skill, he…

Award-winning filmmaker Rory Kennedy is a masterful storyteller and a compelling speaker who shares her unique viewpoint of living American history. A dedicated activist, Kennedy challenges audiences to share her…

Known to millions as “The Korean Vegan,” Joanne Molinaro began her blog of the same name in 2016 after adopting a plant-based diet.

International human rights lawyer turned Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur, Y-Vonne Hutchinson holds a unique perspective on issues related to the social, economic, and political global impact of technology. Hutchinson has…

Mufleh movingly talks about how she became involved with the Fugees, the plight of the children she helps, and what they teach her in turn.  As an advocate for innovative…

Nikesh Shukla is an award-winning, best-selling writer of books and television. TIME Magazine recently named Shukla one of the twelve leaders shaping the next generation of artists. He was also…

Rev. Bernard leads one of the largest congregations in the United States, tens of thousands of followers strong, with another 300,000 radio listeners tuning in faithfully each week on Sirius/XM…

Jameela Jamil is a one-of-a-kind multi-hyphenate. In 2009, an English Teacher at the time, she was picked from obscurity to host the British breakfast TV program Freshly Squeezed where she…

After performing improv for fifteen years, Jordan Klepper learned to challenge himself with the question, "How do I find the comedy in that?” As a result, he mastered using satire…

Former New York Times and Newsweek journalist Julie Scelfo engages audiences with her vast historical knowledge inspiring dynamic conversation while never losing listeners in the facts or figures. Scelfo’s stories about society and human…

From a young age, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt wasted no time embracing her identity and embarking on her own journey toward a passionate and fulfilling career—in her case as a best-selling…

Named for the Zulu word for power, Amandla Stenberg has made a name for herself as an actress and as activist.

For almost a decade human rights Attorney Jennifer Robinson has represented Julian Assange and WikiLeaks. The case has placed her at the center of the most important and controversial legal…

Proclaimed “Planet Earth’s preeminent indie rap darling” by Rolling Stone, Chance the Rapper has built a multi-faceted career on his own terms, redefining what it means to be an independent artist.

Ziauddin Yousafzai understands this kind of sacrifice well. He knows what it is like to take a stance against injustice and work to enact change on a global scale. For…

Through courageous, fearless, and unapologetic conversations, Zainab Salbi explores global issues.

Kris Carr takes audiences along on her inspirational journey toward living a full and healthy life as a cancer survivor. As an irreverent yet stirring foot soldier in the fight…

With his trademark passion, charisma and humor, Wilmer Valderrama shares his personal journey from a childhood spent mostly in Venezuela to his return at age 13 to the United States…

Julissa Arce is an immigration advocate and author of My (Underground) American Dream, her incredible true story as an undocumented immigrant who became a Wall Street executive.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a multi-faceted talent, who is one of the most recognized personalities in the world.

Farrow shares photographs from her trips to Darfur in 2004, 2006-2008, bearing witness to the desperation of the people of the region.

Elliot Page is an Academy Award®-nominated actor known for his indelible on-screen presence in both tentpole and art house films. His love for storytelling and passion for social justice has…

Omar Jimenez is a CNN Correspondent based in Chicago.

Misan Harriman is a world-renowned British-Nigerian photographer, creative director, and social activist. Born in Nigeria, Harriman moved to the United Kingdom at a young age for school.

At the podium Etuk creates hope for the future of education by teaching audiences about his education revolution, how to incorporate his recommendations into their programs and inspires them on…

Laura Coates is a CNN Host and Senior Legal Analyst who specializes in the intersection of civil rights and criminal prosecution.

Porsha Williams is known for her comedic verve and quick-witted screen presence, the Real Housewives of Atlanta star has emerged as one of the most prominent celebrity voices against police…

Rev. Bernard leads one of the largest congregations in the United States, tens of thousands of followers strong, with another 300,000 radio listeners tuning in faithfully each week on Sirius/XM…

Alok (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed gender non-conforming writer, performer, and public speaker. As a mixed-media artist their work explores themes of trauma, belonging, and the human condition