Mariah Parker
Keynote Speaker: Linguistics Scholar, Rapper & Political & Labor Organizer; Former Georgia County Commissioner
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Mariah Parker Biography
Mariah Parker Speaking Topics
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. Two years ago, Mariah Parker would have never imagined herself running a political campaign, let alone her own. She was a young, queer Black woman, a student, rapper and community activist. Yet as she saw injustices all around her and the need for someone to talk action, she realized she had to step up, joining the wave of young woman of color across the country running for and winning political office. In this presentation, she discusses what it means to take the first step in faith, and what “the full staircase” could look like for an abolitionist inside the world of government.
As a leading rapper in Georgia's hip hop scene, how did Mariah Parker draw on that experience to seek a seat on the local county commission? In this semi-autobiographical presentation, Mariah talks about how she realized that the skills of hip hop artists are applicable to the political sphere as well - the ability to gather and move a crowd, the skills to articulate your ideas creatively and succinctly in a way that inspires people to action, the connection to the problems that the community is facing, and fearlessness in standing up to speak your truth in the face of opposition.
In the face of unprecedented political challenges and the ongoing circumstances of the pandemic, burnout feels omnipresent and inevitable. As well, self-care is often co-opted by corporate interests who create the illusion that rest is something you buy or that it’s an individual’s problem rather than society’s, the result of policies and practices of capitalism and white supremacy. How can we create robust care practices to continue to fight the systems that are failing us? In this presentation, Mariah teaches participants to reclaim self-care as an act of resistance and will lead participants through some of the daily practices they have cultivated in making the balancing act of work, parenting, school, art, and politics sustainable. Learn about radical gratitude, rest as a journey, creating portals to care, and other nourishing mindsets and activities that can be built into any schedule, on any budget, to evade burnout and foster political longevity.
“Two cousins with bipolar diagnoses. One in rehab, her son in jail for murder; another stands before you today.”
In this talk, Mariah draws upon family histories to illuminate the linkages between mental illness, mass incarceration, and our current healthcare system, arguing for a new vision and tighter embrace of disability justice within our movements for Black life.
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What topics does Mariah Parker speak about?
Mariah Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Culture, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Women, LGBTQ, Music, Entertainers, Political, Government, DEI, Mental Health and Disability.
Where does Mariah Parker travel from?
Mariah Parker generally travels from Athens, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Mariah Parker?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mariah Parker 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 Mariah Parker for your next private or corporate function.
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Mariah Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Culture and Civil Rights. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mariah Parker for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Mariah Parker generally travels from Athens, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Charlene Carruthers, Kylar Broadus and Yoruba Richen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mariah Parker for an upcoming event.
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Mariah Parker Speaking Topics
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Seeing the Staircase: Running For Office
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. Two years ago, Mariah Parker would have never imagined herself running a political campaign, let alone her own. She was a young, queer Black woman, a student, rapper and community activist. Yet as she saw injustices all around her and the need for someone to talk action, she realized she had to step up, joining the wave of young woman of color across the country running for and winning political office. In this presentation, she discusses what it means to take the first step in faith, and what “the full staircase” could look like for an abolitionist inside the world of government.
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Taking the Leap: From Hip Hop to Local Government
As a leading rapper in Georgia's hip hop scene, how did Mariah Parker draw on that experience to seek a seat on the local county commission? In this semi-autobiographical presentation, Mariah talks about how she realized that the skills of hip hop artists are applicable to the political sphere as well - the ability to gather and move a crowd, the skills to articulate your ideas creatively and succinctly in a way that inspires people to action, the connection to the problems that the community is facing, and fearlessness in standing up to speak your truth in the face of opposition.
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Solidarity Across Debilities: Why Black Disability Justice Matters
“Two cousins with bipolar diagnoses. One in rehab, her son in jail for murder; another stands before you today.”
In this talk, Mariah draws upon family histories to illuminate the linkages between mental illness, mass incarceration, and our current healthcare system, arguing for a new vision and tighter embrace of disability justice within our movements for Black life.
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How do I book Mariah Parker to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mariah Parker 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 Mariah Parker, 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 Mariah Parker or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Mariah Parker for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mariah Parker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Mariah Parker are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mariah Parker, 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 Mariah Parker speak about?
Mariah Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Culture, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Women, LGBTQ, Music, Entertainers, Political, Government, DEI, Mental Health and Disability. -
Where does Mariah Parker travel from?
Mariah Parker generally travels from Athens, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mariah Parker?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mariah Parker 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 Mariah Parker 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 Mariah Parker 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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