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Arielle Fodor (“Mrs. Frazzled”)Kindergarten Teacher turned Education AdvocateArielle Fodor (a.k.a. “Mrs. Frazzled”) is a former kindergarten teacher turned education advocate who breaks down complex education policy and…
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Ayanna Sanaa DavisPhenomenally AutisticAyanna Sanaa Davis is an internationally recognized autism advocate and visionary leader advancing equity, visibility, and empowerment for autistic people…
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Blair ImaniCreator of Smarter in Seconds and bestselling author of Read This to Get SmarterBlair Imani is a critically acclaimed historian, author, educator, and influencer. Her scholarship spans the subjects of intersectionality, gender studies,…
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Dr. Courtney TracyThe Truth Doctor; Author of "Your Unconscious Is Showing"Dr. Courtney Tracy (aka The Truth Doctor) is a psychotherapist, founder, author, and one of the first mental health professionals…
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Elora DoddAutistic Comedian, Influencer, and AdvocateElora Dodd entertains while she educates, as an Autistic comedian and advocate. She believes that comedy is not the opposite…
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Ernest OwensAward-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC.Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. He is the President of the Philadelphia…
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Flamy GrantThe shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen is making a joyful noise on the Christian Music ChartsThe comedy queen with the blistering voice, Flamy Grant is a gospel & roots musician from the Bible Belt who…
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Imani BarbarinDisability Activist, Founder of CrutchesAndSpice.comImani Barbarin is a disability rights and inclusion activist and speaker who uses her voice and social media platforms to…
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Jamira BurleyDirector of Social Impact North America for Adidas and founder of IAMHERETOJamira is an award-winning activist and international speaker. Currently, she is the lead for worldwide education strategic initiatives for a…
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Jeffrey MarshNonbinary, genderfluid author of “How To Be You”.Jeffrey Marsh’s TikToks and compassionate short-form videos have over one billion views. Jeffrey is a bestselling author, viral TikTok and…
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Jeremy SteeleThe Skeptic PastorJeremy Steele is a queer pastor and one of the most followed progressive faith voices online, with nearly a million…
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Kaelynn PartlowNetflix’s “Love On the Spectrum”; Author of “Life On The Bridge”Kaelynn Partlow is an autistic therapist, public speaker, content creator, and author of Life on the Bridge. She shares autism…
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Kit WallisSchizoaffective Mental Health Advocate making the uncomfortable comfortable -
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Leo MacallanModel/Author/Content Creator @thegravelbroLeo Macallan, known online as @thegravelbro, is a transgender TikTok influencer, model, and author. With over one million followers and…
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Mercury StardustThe Trans Handy Ma’am and NYT #1 Bestselling Author of "Safe and Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair”Mercury Stardust is a Professional Home Maintenance Technician, performer, and award-winning activist. Known widely as the Trans Handy Ma’am, her…
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Miracle OlatunjiAuthor of Purpose: How To Live and Lead With ImpactMiracle Olatunji is an entrepreneur, activist, and author of Purpose: How To Live and Lead With Impact.
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Monte MaderCulture Critic, Educator, Musician, Former Alt-Right Christian NationalistMonte Mader didn’t read about Christian Nationalism in a textbook — she was raised inside it. Born on a Wyoming…
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Parker McMullen BushmanBlack Environmentalist, Social Justice Activist, Outdoor Enthusiast, and Social Media Diva KWEEN WERKMeet Parker McMullen Bushman, CEO and Founder of Ecoinclusive Strategies, Co-founder of Inclusive Guide, and Social Media Diva KWEEN WERK.…
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Parker MolloySenior Editor at Media Matters for America and UpworthyParker Molloy is a writer whose work has appeared in places like The Guardian, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, The Daily Beast, VICE, and The…
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Paula CarozzoInclusive activist, disabled content creator, model and speakerInclusive activist, disabled content creator, model and speaker, Paula Carozzo has cultivated and created a space to redefine disability. At…
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R.K. RussellFirst openly LGBTQ+ professional to play in the NFLR.K. Russell is a former professional football player in the NFL, and is a published author, social justice advocate, poet,…
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Rebecca CokleyU.S. Disability Rights Program Officer for the Ford FoundationRebecca Cokley is the Program Officer for the Ford Foundation’s first-ever U.S. Disability Rights program, which is focused on strengthening…
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Richard BrookshireRichard Brookshire is a multi-hyphenate storyteller and reparationist working at the intersection of politics and culture. A nationally recognized political…
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Russell Ellis (“Jolly Good Ginger”)Combat Veteran and Digital CreatorRussell “Jolly” Ellis is a combat veteran, TEDx speaker, and digital creator who has built a community of more than…
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Santina MuhaDisabled Actress and ComedianSantina Muha is a speaker, writer, actor, storyteller, host, and avid Marshall’s shopper. She grew up in New Jersey, where…
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Sara BenincasaMental Health Writer and Author of “Agorafabulous” and “Real Artists Have Day Jobs”Sara Benincasa is the author of REAL ARTISTS HAVE DAY JOBS (William Morrow 2016), D.C. TRIP (Adaptive Books 2015), GREAT…
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Sari Beth RosenbergHistory Teacher, Writer, and Content CreatorSari Beth Rosenberg is a veteran history teacher, writer, and creator of Yo, Miss!, a newsletter where history, pop culture,…
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Steve WayActor (“Ramy”), Comedian, and Disability ActivistSteve Way is an actor, comedian, writer, and speaker. He was born with Muscular Dystrophy and is an advocate for…
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Taraji P. HensonAward winning actress is working for mental health awareness and peace of mind for all.Academy Award nominated, Emmy nominated, and Golden Globe-winning actor, filmmaker, and activist Taraji P. Henson quickly rose to fame after…
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Tarek AliHere To HealTarek Ali is an award-winning storyteller/writer, creator, and actor well-known for his powerful voice that sparks thought-provoking conversations and encourages…
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Tiffany YuSocial impact entrepreneur, podcaster, disability advocate, and 3x TEDx speaker.Tiffany Yu is the CEO & Founder of Diversability, a 3x TEDx speaker, and the author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto:…
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Tiq MilanTransgender ActivistTiq speaks and writes about intersectional leadership, transgender rights, and racial justice. He shares stories of his life and how…
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V SpeharPodcast host and TikTok Journalist/Creator, Under The Desk NewsV Spehar, aka @underthedesknews, is an award-winning, LGBTQIA+ podcast host and social media personality who puts complex news stories into…
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Zoey LunaTrans Latinx Actress seen in recent remake of “The Craft”Zoey Luna is a pioneering transgender youth activist turned actress from Los Angeles.
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Zyahna BryantZyahna Bryant is a student activist and community organizerZyahna Bryant is a student activist and community organizer studying at the University of Virginia, and creating strategies to mobilize…
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Influencers at the Convention: Pioneers of the Digital FrontierBehind black curtains in United Center lies “Creator Lounge,” lit by the flattering glow of ring lights and teeming with social media influencers big and small.
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Live from the DNC, it could be one of your favorite online influencersAcross this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago, more than 200 online influencers, streamers and other social media personalities have been capturing and livestreaming their impressions of what’s going on.
