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Co-Founder of ORGANIZE | Author and Activist | Speaker on Women's Issues

Jenna Arnold Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Co-Founder of ORGANIZE | Author and Activist | Speaker on Women's Issues

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Jenna Arnold
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
PHL - Philadelphia, PA

Primary Topic Category:
Women's Events

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

 

Jenna Arnold Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Jenna Arnold is a renowned activist, best-selling author, and social entrepreneur known for her impactful work in social justice and education. She co-founded ORGANIZE, a non-profit focused on revolutionizing the U.S. organ donation system. Arnold is also celebrated for her role as a National Organizer for the 2017 Women’s March on Washington. She authored "Raising Our Hands," a book urging white women to engage more deeply in social justice. Jenna holds a graduate degree from Columbia University and has created significant educational and media initiatives, including projects for the United Nations and MTV.

Jenna Arnold is an influential activist, author, and social entrepreneur with a diverse career dedicated to social justice and educational reform. She co-founded ORGANIZE, a non-profit aiming to overhaul the outdated U.S. organ donation system. Under her leadership, ORGANIZE developed innovative solutions that significantly increased organ transplants and earned recognition from the New York Times as one of the year's "Biggest Ideas in Social Change." Arnold’s career began with impactful media projects, including creating and producing MTV’s hit show "Exiled!" which immersed privileged teenagers in indigenous cultures. Her work at the United Nations involved producing multi-platform content with celebrities like Jay-Z and Angelina Jolie, aimed at raising awareness on global issues. A graduate of Columbia University’s Teachers College, Arnold has a rich educational background in International Education Development. She has taught in various countries, focusing on citizenship education and has authored numerous curricula on the subject. Jenna is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and serves on several boards, including the Sesame Workshop Leadership Council. Her book, "Raising Our Hands," is a call to action for white women to step up in the fight against social complacency, emphasizing the importance of engaging in difficult conversations about race and privilege. Jenna lives between Philadelphia and New York City with her husband and two children, continuing her work to inspire and drive social change.
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