Educator
Innovator
Motivator
Keynote Speaker & Master Teacher
Judge Songhai has over 20 years of experience in the largest justice system in the country.
Her programs have impacted tens of thousands of individuals, as well as organizations and governmental systems. She is a sought after master teacher, keynote speaker, commentator and expert in social change. Her training and work experience encompasses systems change, justice reform, leadership, government, politics, mental health, women’s voices, survival, resilience, conflict resolution, diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA).
Keynotes
Powerful, inspirational keynotes tailored specifically for your audience.
Designed to challenge limiting beliefs and open up to limitless potential.
Expert in social change, criminal justice, systems change, courts, leadership, politics, human rights, difficult conversations, mental health, public policy, education, women’s voices, survival, personal development, diversity and inclusion, strategy, teamwork, government, cultural change, inspiration, motivation, justice system, women’s leadership, personal leadership, conflict resolution, adventure and exploration, education, resilience.
Through storytelling and data, Judge Songhai leads audiences towards self reflection and motivation towards long lasting, positive change. Whether the goal is a move to a systemic change or a personal awakening, Judge Songhai takes each individual on a journey of awareness, discomfort, inspiration, and finally empowerment. She truly believes that only through awareness and discomfort, like coal under just the right amount of pressure to form a diamond, does real growth and action towards a better future take place.
Judge Songhai’s own story of a turbulent past to a triumphant present teaches audiences that life experiences, no matter how challenging or traumatic, can be utilized as an asset and not a deficit. Her devotion to advocacy for underserved populations stuck within the cycles of various systems and her expertise on the intricacies that feed into these systems of inequity, help shape keynote speeches that leave audiences with a sense of motivation, inspiration, and ownership of their own strengths.
Judge Songhai’s dedication to adventure, learning, and humanity resonates through all of her presentations. Whether you are looking to educate, captivate, or motivate Judge Songhai is who you need.
Keynotes can be delivered in-person or virtually, depending on your organization’s needs.
Educational Workshops
Interactive and engaging workshops to help your organization achieve its full potential. Customized to meet your specific goals.
Custom in-person or virtual workshops that can take on a more technical focus around specific topics including, but not limited to:
Leadership Development
Group Coaching
Policy Development and Reform
Strategic Planning
Systems Change
Implicit Bias (e.g., implicit bias versus explicit bias, patterns of gender and race bias, how bias contributes to systemic inequities)
Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Change Leadership
Team Building
Mental Health and Wellness
Trial Skills
Workshops can be designed to include breakout sessions that Judge Songhai can facilitate, accompanied by interactive materials.
Journey to Change: Traveling with Agitators, Adversaries & Allies
Judge Songhai keynote plenary at NACM: National Association for Court Management.
What People Are Saying
“Powerful and thought-provoking topic. The speaker was gifted in inviting discussion on challenging topics. Would love to see her come back for a future conference!”
“I took the class with all my colleagues... I was pleased but not surprised that our two knowledgeable instructors came from the Los Angeles bench. The class, the teachers, and the students all reflect an intertwined judicial branch that is both self-reflective and accountable.”