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Speaker

Dr Mandela (based in Johannesburg) is a powerful and impactful speaker, available internationally for in person and virtual speaking engagements. She delivers keynote presentations, participates in fireside chats and engages in Q&A sessions. Many engagements consistent of a combination of the above.

Our office works closely with clients to fully understand your event objectives and ensures that Dr Mandela’s content neatly matches with them and perfectly connects with the audience.

Speaking Topics

Human Capital: The Competitive Advantage

Why investing in people is the key to building resilient, high-performing organisations and unlocking long-term success.

Servant Leadership

Leading with humility, purpose and integrity to inspire trust, empower others and create lasting impact.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Creating cultures where every individual feels valued, belongs and has the opportunity to thrive.

The Modern Workplace: Authentic Leadership

Building workplaces where authenticity, wellbeing and purpose drive engagement, innovation and performance.

Female Empowerment, Gender Equality & Economic Freedom

Unlocking the potential of women and girls to create stronger organisations, economies and communities.

Collaboration vs Competition

Why the greatest breakthroughs come through partnership, shared purpose and collective leadership.

Why Differences Matter: Allyship & Belonging

Harnessing diverse perspectives to strengthen teams, improve decision-making and foster innovation.

Social Justice & Prison Reform

Lessons in dignity, reconciliation and creating systems that offer hope, opportunity and meaningful change.

Agriculture, Food Security & Climate Change

Exploring the critical links between sustainability, food resilience, environmental responsibility and global development.

Technology & Human Potential

How innovation and technology can accelerate inclusion, education, healthcare and economic opportunity across developing nations.

Proven event structures

All events are bespoke, but the below provides a steer on how clients often engage her for maximum effect.

Example 1

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Private introduction to senior staff
  • Group photo
  • Finish

Example 2

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Drinks reception
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Meal
  • Finish

Example 3

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Book signing session
  • Finish

Example 4

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • 1hr Q&A session with e.g. partner charity/school (morning)
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr) (afternoon or evening)
  • Book signing session
  • Finish

Awareness & National Days Calendar

Martin Luther King Day

16th January

Ethnic Equality Month (US)

February

Black History Month (North America)

February

World day of Social Justice

20th February

International Women’s Day

8th March

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

21st March

Women’s History Month

March

Juneteenth

19th June

International Nelson Mandela Day

18th July

International Day of Peace

21st September

Black History Month (UK)

October

Global Diversity Month

October

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

2nd December

International Human Rights Day

10th December

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What people are saying

‘Inspiring and also very actionable steps for all of us!’

‘Powerful examples of leadership, Dr Mandela. Thank you’

‘Powerful. Passionate. Thoughtful. Real’

‘There’s real fire and a call to action in the way that she talks’