Honoring Black History Month: Roadblocks to Equity with Tina Opie

Honoring Black History Month: Roadblocks to Equity with Tina Opie

Outspoken speaker Tina Opie is an award-winning educator and researcher whose trademarked Shared Sisterhood framework has been the catalyst for individuals and organizations to unearth blind spots when it comes to biases and make lasting change, particularly when it comes to overcoming roadblocks to said justice and equity. Her book, Shared Sisterhood, digs deep into those strategies and unpacks actionable steps we can take to be more inclusive at work and at home. And it’s that book that is the groundwork for Tina’s proven strategies for overcoming obstacles to the race and gender-based discrimination that happens at more organizations than you might think.

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Honoring Black History Month: Black Resistance

Honoring Black History Month: Black Resistance

Here at Outspoken, we are so lucky to represent some of the leading voices within the ongoing black resistance movement. With their contributions ranging across every corner of our society, we’re highlighting some of our speakers below whose work is an undeniable force in social justice, technology, science, wealth, health, education, and more.

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A High-Energy Emcee 🧩 The Last Piece of the Puzzle for Your Next Event

A High-Energy Emcee 🧩 The Last Piece of the Puzzle for Your Next Event

Whether you need a lively emcee or a good laugh, our entertaining hosts at Outspoken bring high energy and enthusiasm to every event. With experience in television, movies, podcasts, and films, we can connect you with talent who know how to elevate every kind of event by creating not just an experience— but an experience to remember. You don’t want to miss these popular speakers below! From experience in fashion, on Broadway, and even in the White House, read more about what makes each of them stand out, especially onstage.

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Advancing Racial Literacy with Crystal Fleming: An Interview to Celebrate MLK Day

Advancing Racial Literacy with Crystal Fleming: An Interview to Celebrate MLK Day

Excerpted from a recent interview with Smith College, author and critical race theory scholar Dr. Crystal Fleming believes that fighting racism is about raising awareness and acting in community. As we celebrate Martin Luther King Day this year, we remember Dr King’s call to forming a “Beloved Community” as an outcome of social justice.

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Fit Nation: 📖 Don't Miss Natalia Petrzela’s Critically Acclaimed New Book

Fit Nation: 📖 Don't Miss Natalia Petrzela’s Critically Acclaimed New Book

How did fitness become inescapable and inaccessible all at the same time? How is it that we seem to be more obsessed with exercise than ever, and yet remain unhealthy? Are we overdue for a revolution in exercise culture? In her most recent book, Fit Nation: The Gains and Pains of America’s Exercise Obsession, Outspoken speaker Natalia Petrzela takes on these questions and many more.

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