Internationally Acclaimed Spoken Word Poet, Lupus Patient Advocate & Communications Specialist

Brooklyn, NY, USA
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Shanelle Gabriel Biography

Shanelle Gabriel is an internationally touring speaker, poet, and lupus advocate from Brooklyn, NY, celebrated for transforming events with her blend of spoken word, storytelling, and insight. From HBO’s Def Poetry Jam to Carnegie Hall, the Vatican, and global festivals, her performances have captivated audiences worldwide. She has shared stages with icons including Jill Scott, Nas, Nikki Giovanni, and Kerry Washington, and is known for delivering experiences that audiences never forget.

Gabriel’s specialty lies in creating dynamic keynotes that weave spoken word poetry into powerful conversations on resilience, unity, creativity, and thriving with chronic illness. Diagnosed with lupus in 2004, she brings authenticity and inspiration to every stage, offering messages that resonate across industries. She has delivered keynotes for the National Press Club alongside the former NIH Director, ADCOLOR, BioNJ’s Innovation Celebration, and the 2025 Congressional Briefing on Lupus Research on Capitol Hill. Her international health and arts advocacy and artistry have been featured on the cover of USA Today, in Women’s Health, and on the Lifetime Network.

Audiences and event organizers particularly value Gabriel’s signature “poetic recaps”—custom closing and themed poems that distill the essence of a conference or event mission into an unforgettable finale. She has brought this unique offering to Fast Company’s Innovation Festival, the Girl Scouts of Greater NY, and numerous national conferences. She has crafted poetic messaging for national campaigns with Pandora music, the NFL Draft, Hershey, and more.

In addition, Gabriel has hosted and emceed major events with Lincoln Center, the Museum of the City of New York, the African Diaspora Awards, University of California-Riverside Alumni Gala, and the Billie Holiday Theater. With her background in Communications and a master’s degree from Columbia University, Gabriel has lectured at NYU’s Steinhardt School of Education, The New School, Georgia State University on healing through the arts, utilizing poetry and hip-hop as pathways for genuine understanding and community connection. She has also spoken at hospitals and bio pharma companies on ways to center the patient voice and improve the patient-provider relationship.

Whether as a keynote speaker, performer, or emcee, Shanelle Gabriel elevates events by leaving audiences inspired, connected, and energized long after the final word.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/28/2025.

Shanelle Gabriel Videos

Shanelle Gabriel Corporate Reel

Shanelle Gabriel Corporate Reel

Poet. Keynote Speaker. Creative Communications Specialist. Lupus Patient Advocate Learn more at www.shanellegabriel.com

Curated poem for 2023 ChiefX Conference

Curated poem for 2023 ChiefX Conference

This closing Poem features quotes, concepts, and inspiration from the various conference panels by Ann Curry, Kerry Washington, and other brilliant...

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    Shanelle Gabriel is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Autoimmune Disease, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Emotional Intelligence, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Medicine, Music, Non-Profit, Performing Arts, Personal Growth, Poetry
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Shanelle Gabriel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Shanelle Gabriel for your event is available upon request. Shanelle Gabriel generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Malcolm London, Russell Lehmann, Denice Frohman, Chardelle Moore and Dr. Michael Time. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shanelle Gabriel for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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