TIME Magazine Kid of the Year; Award-Winning Inventor of Skin Cancer Treating Soap; Advocate for Accessible Healthcare & Youth Impact
Heman Bekele Biography
Heman Bekele is a 15 year old innovator, researcher, public speaker, and advocate for accessible science. Recognized as TIME Magazine’s Kid of the Year in 2024 and America’s Top Young Scientist in 2023, Bekele has made significant strides in medical and innovative social impact. He developed a low-cost, skin cancer-treating soap, aimed at improving affordable and accessible healthcare in underserved communities. His innovations have caught the attention of Forbes, The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and more.
Growing up in Ethiopia, Heman Bekele saw workers exposed to the harsh sun without protection, which made him aware of skin cancer risks. The real challenge, however, was the high cost of treatments, which many couldn't afford. This inspired him to develop an affordable and effective solution."
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Heman Bekele Speaking Topics
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Overcoming Barriers in STEM: From Limited Resources to Global Solutions
Heman’s journey from growing up in Ethiopia to developing groundbreaking healthcare solutions highlights the power of perseverance and creativity in overcoming obstacles. This session will explore how individuals can overcome financial, geographical, and resource-based barriers in science and technology to still make their dreams in innovation come true.
Attendee Results:
- Discover how limitations can inspire creative problem-solving.
- Gain insight into the resilience required for innovation.
- Understand the importance of making STEM accessible to all.
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Youth STEM Advocacy: Translating Innovation to Global Impact
This talk explores how young innovators, like Heman, are using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) to address real-world challenges. By speaking on how imperative accessible solutions in healthcare, education, and the environment are, Heman demonstrates one of the many ways we make a global impact through innovation, even at a young age. The session will inspire the audience to think creatively about how they can leverage their skills for positive change.
Attendee Results:
- Learn how young innovators are tackling major global problems.
- Understand the role of accessibility in creating impactful solutions.
- Gain practical insights on using technology for social good.
Heman Bekele Videos
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Heman Bekele is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Barriers in STEM: From Limited Resources to Global Solutions, Youth STEM Advocacy: Translating Innovation to Global Impact, The Power of Purpose-Driven Innovation: How to Create Impact with Every Idea, The Future of Healthcare Innovation: Making Medicine Affordable and Accessible for All and Youth Leadership in STEM, Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators. The estimated speaking fee range to book Heman Bekele for your event is available upon request. Heman Bekele generally travels from Fairfax, VA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sylvie Leotin, Olivia Hallisey, Jack Andraka, David Moinina Sengeh and Olympia LePoint. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Heman Bekele for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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