SOCIETAL ISSUES

Daniel Blackman speaks on societal issues not just as a speaker, but as a representative of action and change. He offers a rich combination of information, inspiration, and motivation while addressing a wide range of thought provoking topics dealing with Diversity, Generation & Culture, Leadership & Influence , Volunteerism, Social Service, and Coalition Building.

Through his personal life experiences, Daniel’s passion for societal issues offer a deep understanding of our society’s problems and can give audiences the hope, motivation and tools to begin addressing pertinent issues facing our society. 

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HARNESSING THE POWER OF THE RESPONSIBILITY REVOLUTION (CIVIC ENGAGEMENT)

Daniel Blackman will ignite a passion into his audience to give back to the community and become engaged in the civic process. As a self-motivated and successful coalition-builder, Daniel leads by example as acurrent and past consultant and advisor industry leaders, elected officials, influential philanthropists, and other highly regarded professionals and activists. 

BLACK HISTORY 365

Having worked with the likes of the late Mayor Maynard Jackson on his American Voters League, Civil Rights icons Reverend Joseph Lowery and C.T. Vivian, Jesse Jackson, and a host of other influential and pioneering civil rights and barrier breaking men and women of color, Daniel Blackman offers influential and thought-provoking subject matters that speak to bridging generation gaps through candid conversations that uniquely shed light on accomplishments and progress rather than only recognizing a handful of legends. Mr. Blackman is perfectly suited for Martin Luther King (MLK) Day and Black History Month events. Whether discussing the state of race relations in our country or diversity in the workplace, Daniel will deliver keynotes that will not only educate, but generate important dialogue, about race-related issues. 

GENERATIONS

Generational gaps in all facets of life impede progress and can lead to confusion, crisis, and ultimately the collapse of a nation. As a generational “connector” Daniel understands both the similarities and incompatibilities between generations from a wide range of ages and backgrounds. Drawing from his experience, knowledge and understanding, Daniel’s generational speeches work to close the gap to unify campuses, communities, and cities; or any organization.

POLITIC 101: THE LANGUAGE OF A GENERATION

Though his focus primarily pertains to helping show that it is vital in the American political process to educate, embrace, and mobilize people between the ages of 18 and 30, Daniel understands that political issues are at the forefront of society’s pressing matters. Few states have made it mandatory for students to engage in volunteering; and as of 2008, Maryland and the District of Columbia are the only areas/states that include service-learning as part of high school graduation requirements. Daniel hopes to persuade his audience to change the way we approach voter registration, voter education, and voter mobilization, by conveying his belief that “voting is more than a sacred right; it is our moral obligation”. Though his focus primarily pertains to helping show that it is vital in the American political process to educate, embrace, and mobilize people between the ages of 18 and 30, Daniel understands that political issues are at the forefront of society’s pressing matters. Few states have made it mandatory for students to engage in volunteering; and as of 2008, Maryland and the District of Columbia are the only areas/states that include service-learning as part of high school graduation requirements. Daniel hopes to persuade his audience to change the way we approach voter registration, voter education, and voter mobilization, by conveying his belief that “voting is more than a sacred right; it is our moral obligation”.

OUR ENDANGERED VALUES (ETHICS & VALUES)

Any society with ethics defines the principles it stands by and each citizen must adhere to these guidelines to maintain the integrity of their respective campuses, communities, and cities alike. As an ethics and values speaker, Daniel is well-versed in cultural morals and behavior, and has a genuine understanding of ethical concerns facing youth particularly in the 21st century. Theodore Roosevelt, American adventurer and the 26th president of the United States once wrote, “Character, in the long run, is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and of nations alike.” The future of our Nation rests upon the shoulders of those of us whom are willing to leave our children with and inheritance of character while embracing ethics and values as a moral obligation.

DOWNLOAD ME! (POP-CULTURE CONVERSATION)

Gain a fresh perspective from Daniel Blackman and the world of pop culture as it relates to our campuses, communities, and cities. From the oversaturation of Brands to endless trends online through social media and cell phone apps, this dialog hopes to bridge culture and generation gaps that exist throughout society. Coming from a background of working with some of the most notable brands in entertainment including Walt Disney World, Radio One, J Records, and Bad Boy Entertainment; Daniel’s experiences with relationships in hip hop, radio, TV and film, poetry, and journalism, speaks to the diversity of pop culture and takes a fun approach towards enlightening all generations on the trends and events that are on the cutting edge of our culture.