Speaking

Here are some of the examples of my speeches, public activism, and community engagement across three years of public activism.

Coles County Democrats Carnivale

February, 2026. A speech about Pericles and the development of democracy.

Dinner and Democracy

November, 2025. A speech about the power of civic organizing.

October, 2025. A speech about the power of Ubuntu and expanding CTE policy.

FranklinCovey Sales Team Meeting
Memorial for John Lewis

July, 2025. A speech talking about the life of John Lewis and how we can apply it to our lives.

LeaderinMe Symposium '25

July 2025. An introductory speech for the keynote speaker of the LiM Symposium.

June, 2025. A speech about the future of young people in political organizing.

Fayette County Democrats Keynote
50501 Springfield Rally

May, 2025. A speech inspiring young people to stand up for what they believe in.

Coles County Democrats Carnivale

April 2025. A speech about unwavering hope in the front of insurmountable odds.

June, 2025. A speech about the future of young people in political organizing.

Fayette County Dems Keynote
NAMI Illinois Conference

October, 2024. A speech about youth in policy and mental health for NAMI Illinois.

Coles County Democrats Carnivale

April 2024. A speech about young peoples' respect in political advocacy.

August, 2023. A keynote presentation about young peoples' role in community.

Rotary Keynote Speech
Arts4Impact Travelling Art Exhibit

August, 2023. A speech honoring the lives of young people lost to gun violence.

PBS News Production Panel

Jun 2023. A panel presentation about the development of a PBS News story.

May, 2023. A speech about the need for commonsense gun reform in Illinois.

Students Demand Action Rally