Josh Shipp

A former foster youth, Josh Shipp’s work has been featured in a documentary series on A&E that followed his powerful interventions with youth and families. He’s authored three national bestsellers: “The Grown-Up’s Guide to Teenage Humans” (winner of the Nautilus Gold Award), “The Teen’s Guide to World Domination” and “No Matter What: A Foster Care Tale.” Thanks to the support of teachers, counselors and loving foster parents, Shipp was named to Inc. Magazine’s “30 Under 30” list and completed his postgraduate studies at Harvard. Today, he’s a go-to expert for outlets like Oprah, CNN, FOX, The New York Times, Good Morning America, and 20/20. Shipp has delivered keynote speeches to over 2million people and his viral videos have reached more than 50 million views online. He also trains emerging speakers through the Youth Speaker University and equips classrooms worldwide with his social-emotional curriculum. His free weekly newsletter offers research-backed, real-world strategies to over 200,000 educators, social workers, and parents. Shipp’s story is living proof that change is possible when just one caring adult steps up.