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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist | Creator of The 1619 Project | Knight Chair in Race and Journalism at Howard University | Advocate for Racial Justice and Reparations

Nikole Hannah-Jones Speaking Fee: $50,000 to $75,000

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist | Creator of The 1619 Project | Knight Chair in Race and Journalism at Howard University | Advocate for Racial Justice and Reparations

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Nikole Hannah-Jones
Speaking Fee:
$50,000 to $75,000

Travels From:
YYZ - Toronto, Canada

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

Secondary Topic Category:
African American & Black

 

Nikole Hannah-Jones Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Nikole Hannah-Jones is an award-winning investigative reporter who covers civil rights and racial injustice for The New York Times Magazine and the Knight Chair in Race and Journalism at Howard University where she is the founding director of the Center for Journalism & Democracy. Her reporting has earned her the Pulitzer Prize, the MacArthur “Genius” Grant, the Knight Award for Public Service, the Peabody Award, two George Polk awards and the National Magazine Award three times. She is a Society of American Historians Fellow and a member of the Academy of Arts & Sciences.

Nikole Hannah-Jones is a renowned investigative journalist, best known for her groundbreaking work on "The 1619 Project." This project, initiated in 2019 with The New York Times Magazine, seeks to reframe American history by placing the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans at the center of the national narrative. Her work has sparked widespread discussion and critical acclaim, earning her the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in 2020. The 1619 Project has expanded into a best-selling book and a six-part docuseries on Hulu, which won an Emmy for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2024. Born in Iowa, Hannah-Jones has had a profound impact on journalism and education. She is the Knight Chair in Race and Journalism at Howard University, where she founded the Center for Journalism & Democracy. She also co-founded the Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting at Morehouse College. Her commitment to highlighting racial injustice and advocating for reparations and the recognition of Black contributions to society is central to her work. She has spoken globally on these topics, including a notable speech at the United Nations. Hannah-Jones’ career is marked by numerous accolades, including multiple honorary doctorates and prestigious awards such as the MacArthur Fellowship and the George Polk Career Award. Her influence extends beyond journalism into education and activism, where she continues to challenge and inspire through her powerful storytelling and advocacy for social justice​.
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