Keynote with Scarlett Lewis

Scarlett Lewis delivers a message that moves people to their core. Blending heartfelt storytelling, moving tributes, and compelling research, Scarlett captivates audiences through an engaging one-of-a-kind, transformational experience. Her talks go beyond inspiration to spark real emotional and behavioral change. Attendees leave not only motivated but equipped -with a renewed sense of purpose, and the tools to Choose Love in their daily lives. Her talks don’t just inspire change – they ignite it.

Why Book Scarlett

  • International Speaker: Delivered keynote addresses across the U.S. and globally.
  • Transformational Message: Her message inspires hope, action, and real change.
  • Proven Impact: award-winning programs reaching 10 Million.
  • Tailored for Your Audience: Scarlett connects with educators, mental health professionals, parents, students, law enforcement, and corporate leaders alike.
Scarlett Lewis presenting at the New York Times Dealbook Summit

Schools, Conferences, Community Organizations, and Businesses will benefit from Scarlett’s lived story

Scarlett Lewis is a renowned thought leader, international speaker, and founder of the Choose Love Movement, a global nonprofit inspired by the heroic life and final message of her son Jesse, who was tragically killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Scarlett’s life mission is to empower people around the world to choose love over fear in every circumstance, cultivating healing, resilience, and well-being.

Her message is not only universal but also uniquely needed now. In a time marked by fear, division, mental health struggles, and burnout, Scarlett delivers an urgent, science-backed call to action to reclaim our power, reconnect with one another, and create cultures that are inclusive, resilient, and compassionate.

Your Team Will Learn How To:

  • Model resilience and connection: Foster a workplace culture rooted in strength, collaboration, and optimism.
  • Embrace courage under pressure: Face adversity with confidence, grace, and clarity.
  • Cultivate gratitude for an unshakable mindset: Build inner-strength and develop tools to thrive under stress.
  • Leverage forgiveness as a superpower: Let go of past conflicts to create stronger relationships, better communication, and a unified team.
  • Harness pain for meaningful purpose: Transform challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

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  • National Homeland Security Conference
  • National PTA Conference
  • School Safety Advocacy Council
  • National Association of School Resource Officers
  • Universities including Boston, Western CT, Virginia, Keene, and more
  • Positive Schools Conference
  • CT Empowered to Lead Symposium
  • EdNet Forum – Charter for Compassion
  • YMCA and YWCA
  • Mindfulness in Education Conference
  • National Forum on Character – Character.org
  • New England Head Start Association
  • SXSW EDU Conference
  • Counselor Association Conferences

 

  • AARP Purpose Prize Fellow
  • George Vanderheiden Lifetime Service Award
  • ACEP Humanitarian Award
  • Karen Armstrong Humanitarian Award
  • Global Presence Humanitarian Award
  • Hero of Forgiveness Award
  • Hartford Business Journal 
  • WTNH Remarkable Women
  • Forbes 50 Over 50
  • Bloomberg 50
  • Anthem Award
  • Stevie Award Women in Business

    Authored by Scarlett

    Nurturing Healing Love: A Mother’s Journey of Hope and Forgiveness

    From Sandy Hook to the World: How the Choose Love Movement Transforms Lives: Stories from Around the Globe

    Choosing Love, A Pathway to Flourishing: Creating a safer, more peaceful and loving world!

    Rose’s Foal

    Scarlett is featured in 

    The Gift of Forgiveness: Inspiring Stories from Those Who Have Overcome the Unforgivable, New York Times bestselling book, by Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt

    Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community, New York Times bestselling book, by Lady Gaga and Cynthia Germanotta

    Chicken Soup for the Soul: Hope & Miracles — 101 Inspirational Stories of Faith, Answered Prayers & Divine Intervention by Amy Newmark and Natasha Stoynoff

    Chicken Soup for the Soul: Touched by an Angel: 101 Miraculous Stories of Faith, Divine Intervention, and Answered Prayersby Amy Newmark

    “Scarlett Lewis, a mom who lost her son in the Sandy Hook School tragedy, turned her pain into a powerful mission to help children learn compassion and love. Instead of losing herself to grief, Scarlett has chosen to heal, and to move humanity forward.” – Maria Shriver, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist and producer, NY Times Best Selling Author

    “Scarlett Lewis was able to continue to live and thrive by managing her emotions and peacefully resolve conflict. I learned that the everyday conflict that we deal with, whether it’s in our personal lives or at work, can be managed successfully. Everyone that leaves her training comes out with a higher level of understanding of human emotion and dealing with pain or conflict.” – Commissioner Robert Quinn, NH Department of Safety

    “Scarlett, I need to thank you for this amazing program. The energy and passion that you gave, I’m not sure I’ve seen in a presenter before. Keep up all that you are doing, and we hope to work with you again in the future.” – Kelli Lefler, Associate State Director – Community Outreach, AARP

    “Scarlett’s story is powerful, insightful, and captivates the attention of any audience. I left feeling inspired and hopeful. because of Scarlett’s drive to speak with purpose and passion. She’s an inspirational speaker and her character as a person is just as impressive. Scarlett Lewis is blessing to us all.” – Damen Lopez, Founder, No Excuses University

    “Scarlett Lewis has come to know and teach the eternal truth that whatever the problem, no matter how severe, love is the answer. This is the message of all of our great spiritual masters.” – Dr. Wayne Dyer, Internationally Renowned Author, Speaker, and Self-help Guru

    “Scarlett, you define bravery and kindness…Your movement will save lives, and honor one very, very special one.“ – Lady Gaga, Grammy Award Winning Singer, Actress, Philanthropist

    “Scarlett Lewis has been sharing Jesse’s love and healing with schools, prisons, and workplaces around the country. One way or another, everyone should be part of Scarlett’s Choose Love Movement™.” – Tim Shriver, President and Chief Executive Officer, Special Olympics International