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Co-Founder of the Black Panther Party | Political Activist and Civil Rights Leader | Speaker on Social Justice and African American Empowerment

Bobby Seale Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Co-Founder of the Black Panther Party | Political Activist and Civil Rights Leader | Speaker on Social Justice and African American Empowerment

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Bobby Seale
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
IAD - Washington DC

Primary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice

Secondary Topic Category:
African American & Black

 

Bobby Seale Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Bobby Seale is a co-founder of the Black Panther Party and a prominent political activist. He played a key role in advocating for African American rights and social justice during the civil rights movement. Seale’s work has had a lasting impact on community empowerment and activism across the United States. He continues to speak on issues of racial equality, social justice, and political change. His contributions have made him a respected figure in the history of American activism.

Bobby Seale, born October 22, 1936, in Dallas, Texas, is a prominent American political activist and co-founder of the Black Panther Party (BPP). Raised in a segregated South, Seale's early experiences with racial injustice fueled his commitment to civil rights. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he attended Merritt College in Oakland, California, where he met Huey P. Newton. Together, they established the BPP in 1966, aiming to address systemic issues affecting African American communities. Under Seale's leadership as national chairman, the BPP introduced several community programs, including the Free Breakfast for School Children initiative and the establishment of the Oakland Community School. These programs were designed to provide essential services and education to underserved populations. Seale's advocacy extended beyond social services; he was a vocal critic of police brutality and governmental neglect of Black communities. Throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s, Seale faced multiple legal challenges, including being one of the original defendants in the Chicago Conspiracy Trial. Despite these adversities, he remained steadfast in his activism. In 1978, he authored his autobiography, A Lonely Rage, offering a personal account of his experiences and motivations. In the years following the decline of the BPP, Seale continued his advocacy work. He taught Black Studies at Temple University and engaged with various organizations focused on youth education and social justice. In 2016, he co-authored Power to the People: The World of the Black Panthers, a photographic history of the BPP, further cementing his legacy as a key figure in American civil rights history.
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