Jessica Nabongo is a writer, photographer, travel expert, entrepreneur, and public speaker, who has traveled to over 200 countries and territories. She is the first black woman to travel to every country in the world.
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Public Speaker
As a travel expert and the first black woman to travel to every country in the world, Jessica is a sought-after speaker. She has a unique ability to connect with audiences big and small.
Travel Expert
With 195 countries and 10 territories behind her, Jessica knows a thing or two about travel. Her insights are often sought out by press outlets from all over the world and as a travel writer she has contributed to numerous publications.
Influencer
Jessica has worked with several world-renowned brands to create engaging content and reach her audience in an authentic way.
TEDxDetroit
Jessica’s TEDxDetroit talk, "The World is Our Neighborhood" was inspired by her commitment to increasing cultural awareness and encouraging people to think positively about other countries and the world at large, so that we do not miss out on opportunities to have amazing experiences with our neighbors.
"To travel just means to leave your home. You don’t need to go halfway across the world. You can travel a hundred miles from your home—go to a new city in your state, or go to the next state over."
—Jessica Nabongo, Forbes 2019