Bushra Amiwala

Activist. Speaker. Youth Icon.

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Politics & Current Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Leadership and Inspiration Inspirational Speakers Storytelling Women In Leadership Speakers Youth Issues Women's Issues Political Speakers Social Causes Global Issues Women in Politics Trending Fresh Perspective Keynotes Virtual Keynote Speakers

Bushra Amiwala

Activist. Speaker. Youth Icon.

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Bushra Amiwala is the first Gen Z elected official in the United States. Bushra travels around the country to share her story in hopes to inspire others to take action.
Bushra draws upon her experience and background to deliver talks on a variety of topics. She works directly with organizations to tailor versions of her popular topics, listed here, or to create custom engagements based individual or organizational needs.

Biography

Bushra Amiwala is an award-winning activist, media icon, dynamic speaker and the first Gen Z elected official in the United States. At the age of 19, she announced her candidacy for the Cook County Board of Commissioners, with the goal to serve as a voice for her underrepresented generation and other marginalized communities. She empowers communities, has broken barriers and stands as a shining example of resilience and determination in her pursuit of positive change.

Her leadership has extended far beyond her campaign as she’s inspired countless others to increase their civic participation. As a result, she’s been named Glamour magazine’s College Woman of the Year, Seventeen magazine’s Voice of the Year, and internationally as CosmoGirl’s Change Maker of the Year. Bushra was awarded the Women’s Champion Award sponsored by the United Nations, has graced the cover of TIME magazine, and was recognized on Forbes 30 under 30.

In addition to these awards, Bushra is the subject of an original PBS documentary called And She Could be Next, the female candidate on Amazon’s RUN the Series, has just debuted in a Hulu documentary called Our America: Women Forward, and she has made hundreds of TV and radio appearances, including outlets such as Fox, CBS, NPR, ABC, and PBS.

Bushra has spoken at countless colleges and universities, organizations and international companies, with live audiences ranging from 25 to 15,000 people. Bushra graduated with her MBA from Kellogg, Northwestern’s School of Management, has worked at Google for 5+ years, and is now continuing a vibrant tech career at Pinterest. Bushra is a dynamic speaker advocating for underrepresented voices, demonstrating exceptional leadership and resilience.

Programs

Diversity, Identity, and Inclusion

In this popular talk, Bushra shares her approach in unpacking the unconscious bias, microaggressions, tokenism, and how all of us can tackle these concepts in our daily lives. Coupled with a bit of humor, Bushra shares her personal experiences and brings it back with high level concepts and actionable lessons.

Empowering Youth Voices

When she chose to run for office at barely 19, empowering a youth voice was a foreign concept. Hear from Bushra about tangible ways one can become an “everyday leader” and influence their own networks. She shares lessons learned as a young person breaking into politics, rooted around mentorship, networking and not being afraid to ask for things.

Women in Politics

Running for office as a Muslim woman, Bushra found her messages – like those of many other women – to be lost and diminished to her clothing and apperance. She went above and beyond to ensure her platform was the core of her campaign, not her identity, and she shares how we can all continue to support women in politics in this regard.

Imposter Syndrome

Bushra ran for office, clearly seeing gap in her formal qualifications and age – and she did so in spite of her insecurities. Hear the deep impacts of insecurity and imposter syndrome – not just the ways it can show up in your life by how to identify it and overcome it.

We Are All Leaders

We all hold within us the capacity to become involved and lead – and we do not have the time to wait to be asked to do so. In this talk, Bushra addresses the stigma that leadership is something thought of as larger than ourselves, helping participants find their own voice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Bushra Amiwala?

Bushra Amiwala is an award-winning activist, public speaker, and civic leader known for becoming one of the first Gen Z elected officials in the United States. Elected to the Skokie School District 73.5 Board of Education at age 21, she has advocated for greater representation, inclusion, and civic engagement. She also works as a Solutions Consultant at Google and has been recognized by organizations and publications including Glamour, Seventeen, and Forbes.

2. What does Bushra Amiwala speak about?

Bushra speaks about leadership, civic engagement, representation, diversity and inclusion, breaking barriers, and empowering the next generation of changemakers. Through her personal journey in public service and professional life, she encourages audiences to challenge traditional expectations, use their voices to create change, and build more inclusive communities.

3. What audiences is Bushra Amiwala best suited for?

Bushra is well suited for corporate conferences, college and university events, student leadership programs, educational conferences, women’s leadership events, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Her message is especially relevant for young professionals, emerging leaders, educators, and organizations seeking to encourage civic participation, strengthen representation, and help individuals recognize their ability to make a difference.

4. What makes Bushra Amiwala different from other women in politics speakers?

Bushra brings firsthand experience in public service, education governance, technology, and advocacy. Her story of running for elected office as a teenager and winning a school board seat while still pursuing her education demonstrates the impact of persistence and taking initiative. She combines personal storytelling with lessons about leadership, inclusion, and creating opportunities for voices that are often underrepresented.

5. How do I book Bushra Amiwala for an event?

To check Bushra’s availability or request a quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or visiting EaglesTalent.com and submitting a booking inquiry through her speaker profile page.

6. What are Bushra Amiwala’s speaking fees?

Bushra Amiwala’s speaking fee varies depending on the event format, location, audience size, and specific program requirements. To receive an exact quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or submitting a check availability request through her speaker profile page.

7. Can Bushra Amiwala customize the keynote for my audience?

Bushra’s experiences across public service, education, technology, and advocacy offer opportunities to connect her message to an organization’s goals and audience. Event planners can discuss their event theme, audience demographics, and desired outcomes with Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau to explore the best fit for a presentation focused on leadership, representation, civic engagement, or inclusion.

8. What do audiences say about Bushra Amiwala’s presentations?

Bushra has spoken to audiences ranging from small groups to large gatherings of up to 15,000 people, including at colleges, universities, organizations, and international companies. Her work and personal story have also attracted national media attention, including features in TIME and coverage by PBS, NPR, ABC, and other outlets. These experiences demonstrate her ability to bring conversations about leadership, representation, and civic engagement to a broad range of audiences.