Jesse Jackson

Jesse Jackson

Keynote Speaker: Civil Rights Leader, Human Rights Advocate, Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient

Jesse Jackson Biography

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, is one of the world’s foremost human rights, religious, and political figures. For more than 50 years, the two-time presidential candidate, former CNN talk show host, and newspaper columnist has played a pivotal role in civil rights, gender equality, and social justice. In 2000, President Bill Clinton awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor. Today, Rev. Jackson is at the forefront of the struggle for diversity and equality as he crosses the globe in the name of nonviolence and justice, tearing down walls and building bridges.

The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, president and founder of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, is one of America's foremost political figures. Called the "conscience of the nation" and "the great unifier," he challenges Americans to establish just and humane priorities and is known for bringing people together across lines of race, class, gender, and belief. He has advocated for national healthcare, a war on drugs, dialogue with the Soviet Union, and negotiations with the Middle East long before they were popular positions, and effectively brought South African apartheid and the fight for democracy in Haiti to the forefront of the national conscience.

An assistant to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Reverend Jackson directed Operation Breadbasket and subsequently founded People United to Save Humanity (PUSH) in Chicago in 1971 to expand educational and employment opportunities for the disadvantaged and communities of color. He then founded the National Rainbow Coalition in 1984, a national social justice organization devoted to political empowerment, education, and changing public policy. The Rainbow Coalition and Operation PUSH merged into the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in September 1996 to continue both philosophies and maximize their resources. A hallmark of his work has been his commitment to youth—inspiring hope and challenging young people to award themselves with academic excellence and to stay drug-free—and the American labor movement—working with unions to organize workers and mediate labor disputes. Reverend Jackson has received numerous honors for his work in human and civil rights and for non-violent social change. He continually engages in significant advocacy efforts, such as the "Restructure Loans, Don’t Foreclose on Homes" campaign to address economic crises and his role in securing the release of captured U.S. military personnel from hostile territories.

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Jesse Jackson Speaking Topics

Keep Hope Alive

Straight from the Heart

Making the American Dream a Reality for all Countries Including the US

With Justice for All: Human Rights & Civil Rights at Home & Abroad

Jesse Jackson Videos

Rev. Jesse Jackson speaking in Kenosha - YouTube
Rev. Jesse Jackson: “Not giving in” to Parkinson's
Reverend Jesse Jackson on Black Excellence (Full Speech ...

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Speaking fees for Jesse Jackson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jesse Jackson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jesse Jackson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Jesse Jackson speak about?

Jesse Jackson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Inspirational, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Civil Rights, Faith & Religion, Political, Ethics & Integrity, Government, World Affairs, Motivational, Spirituality, Black History Month, Journalism, Medicine, Leadership and Culture.

Where does Jesse Jackson travel from?

Jesse Jackson generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jesse Jackson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jesse Jackson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jesse Jackson for your next private or corporate function.

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Jesse Jackson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Inspirational and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jesse Jackson for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Jesse Jackson generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Van Jones, Reverend Al Sharpton and Donna Brazile. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jesse Jackson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Jesse Jackson Speaking Topics

  • Keep Hope Alive

  • Straight from the Heart

  • Making the American Dream a Reality for all Countries Including the US

  • With Justice for All: Human Rights & Civil Rights at Home & Abroad

Jesse Jackson Videos

Rev. Jesse Jackson speaking in Kenosha - YouTube
Rev. Jesse Jackson: “Not giving in” to Parkinson's
Reverend Jesse Jackson on Black Excellence (Full Speech ...
  • How do I book Jesse Jackson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jesse Jackson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jesse Jackson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jesse Jackson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jesse Jackson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jesse Jackson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jesse Jackson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jesse Jackson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jesse Jackson speak about?

  • Where does Jesse Jackson travel from?

    Jesse Jackson generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jesse Jackson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jesse Jackson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jesse Jackson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jesse Jackson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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