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Perfect for:

  • Conferences

  • Universities

  • Outdoor Industry Events

  • Corporate ERGs

  • Nonprofit Organizations

  • Recreation & Park Associations

  • Climbing Gyms

  • Leadership Programs

Kareemah Batts helps audiences rethink leadership, disability inclusion, community building, and what becomes possible when barriers are removed.

Drawing from her experiences as the founder of Adaptive Climbing Group, a Team USA Paraclimber, 20 years in marketing and communications, and a nationally recognized disability advocate, Kareemah delivers engaging presentations that challenge assumptions, inspire action, and leave audiences with practical ideas they can immediately apply.

Available for conferences, universities, corporate events, outdoor industry gatherings, nonprofits, and leadership programs.
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Signature Speaking Topics

Building Inclusive Communities

How organizations create environments where people feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to participate.

Beyond Inspiration: Disability Inclusion in Action

Moving beyond awareness and into meaningful accessibility, representation, and belonging.

Leadership Without Permission

Lessons learned from founding and growing Adaptive Climbing Group into a national organization.

The Future of Adaptive Sports

How adaptive recreation is transforming participation, health, and community engagement.

Breaking Barriers

A personal journey from cancer survivor and amputee to nonprofit founder, national advocate, and international competitor.

Why Audiences Connect

Kareemah combines lived experience with practical expertise.

For more than a decade she has worked at the intersection of disability, recreation, leadership, and community building. Her presentations blend storytelling, humor, honesty, and actionable insights that resonate with diverse audiences.

Audience members leave with:

  • A deeper understanding of disability inclusion

  • Practical strategies for creating access

  • New perspectives on leadership and resilience

  • Actionable ideas for building stronger communities

Speaker Highlights

  • Founder of Adaptive Climbing Group

  • Team USA Paraclimber

  • First female paraclimber to compete nationally in the United States

  • More than 14 years leading adaptive climbing initiatives

  • National speaker on accessibility, leadership, and adaptive sports

Featured Organizations & Events

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Speaking Formats

  • Keynote Presentations

  • Workshops

  • Panel Discussions

  • Fireside Chats

  • Virtual Events

  • Podcast Interviews

Bring Kareemah to Your Next Event

Whether you're hosting a conference, leadership summit, employee resource group, university event, or industry gathering, Kareemah brings a perspective that challenges audiences to think differently and act intentionally.

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