Daniel Getaneh Hatland is Norway's leading voice on diversity and inclusion. Award-winning keynote speaker and author of the bestseller The Fight for Belonging.
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The Book
"The worst part isn't the words themselves, but that people don't react."
In his bestselling book, Daniel shares his story of growing up adopted from Ethiopia to Nordhordland, about everyday racism, and the universal fight to belong. The book has touched thousands of readers and put diversity on the agenda across Norway.
★★★★★ 5/5 on Norli · 5 out of 6 from Bokblogger.com · Featured in Bergens Tidende
In the Media
Daniel has been featured in Norway's biggest media outlets. See all media coverage →
Daniel's impact
59 reviews · 6 out of 6 stars
★★★★★★"We wanted Daniel to give a keynote to kick off a project on diversity and inclusion in our region. Daniel delivered exactly what we had hoped for, and we received great feedback that his message really hit home!"
★★★★★★"Daniel communicates his story in a brilliant and engaging way, with a great combination of historical facts and relevant statistics."
★★★★★★"Thought-provoking, powerful, honest and challenging! With a brilliant storytelling ability, he engaged 100 employees and moved us in many ways!"
★★★★★★"The keynote was thought-provoking, inspiring, well-structured, authentic, and not least very useful for our ongoing work with diversity and inclusion."
★★★★★★"Amazing storytelling ability, and an incredibly important topic! Captivated from the very first second!"
★★★★★★"Speaks in a way that moves you and sparks reflection, combined with facts and practical tools."
★★★★★★"Daniel's keynote illuminated and exemplified the social dimension of sustainability in an excellent way. Engaging and clear."
★★★★★★"Daniel puts important topics on the agenda and provides practical tools you can use in the fight against racism and for inclusion."
★★★★★★"Very engaging on a hugely important topic. Spot on, a perfect score."
★★★★★★"Daniel gave a talk for 7th–10th graders about his own experiences with racism and discrimination. The message really resonated with the students — they were attentive and engaged."
★★★★★★"Authentic, personal and inspiring! Thank you for sharing and shining a light on an important topic."
★★★★★★"Fantastic keynote! Highly recommended. Authentic, moving and a real wake-up call."
★★★★★★"A thought-provoking keynote that left a lasting impression!"
★★★★★★"Daniel gives us perspectives that most of us have never had to think about. An incredibly warm and engaging speaker."
★★★★★★"Very educational, with a fun and pedagogical style."
★★★★★★"Fantastic and moving keynote!!"
★★★★★★"Fantastic speaker! Powerful and important content."
★★★★★★"Thoughtful and reflective on diversity."
★★★★★★"Direct and inspiring."
★★★★★"An incredibly important topic. This is a book we should all take the time to read."
★★★★★"Daniel writes intimately, personally, and in a way that helps you understand how you can contribute to a more inclusive society. The book made me both laugh and cry."
★★★★★"A thought-provoking book where Daniel shares his own experiences with racism growing up and in adult life. Important book! Highly recommended!"
★★★★★★"The topic of diversity was presented with great insight, warmth and passion, with an impressive storytelling ability combined with personal honesty."
★★★★★★"Daniel combined personal experiences with wise reflections and practical tools, both at the individual and organisational level. The topic was delivered with warmth, authenticity and clarity."
★★★★★★"Clear. Generous with himself. Has complete command of his keynote and an amazing storytelling ability."
★★★★★★"Daniel is fascinating to listen to and a skilled communicator. He reaches your heart and makes you listen, think, and challenge yourself."
★★★★★★"Insightful, moving, and in every way useful and relevant."
★★★★★★"In an internal evaluation after NTE's employee gathering, Daniel's keynote received the highest score of all. He moves people and creates an atmosphere where we truly listen."
★★★★★★"He delivered an insightful and thought-provoking keynote that touched everyone in the room. A wonderful combination of facts and personal stories."
★★★★★★"Daniel's keynote illuminated and exemplified the social dimension of sustainability in an excellent way. Engaging and clear."
★★★★★★"An important topic and an inspiring keynote."
★★★★★★"A really great keynote that truly makes you think. Excellent at engaging the audience."
★★★★★★"An incredible keynote. A real eye-opener!"
★★★★★★"A thought-provoking keynote."
★★★★★★"Amazing keynote! Extremely skilled!"
★★★★★★"Fantastic and inspiring. Important message!"
★★★★★★"Exceptional storytelling ability on an extremely important topic."
★★★★★★"A strong, personal delivery of a very important message."
★★★★★★"Very rewarding and educational!"
★★★★★★"A keynote that makes an impact."
★★★★★★"A fantastic keynote on diversity."
★★★★★"It's so important that books about racism are being published. Everyone in Norway should read this, if only to get examples of how to stand together better in similar situations."
★★★★★"Daniel tells his story to give others the courage to speak up. He sheds light on prejudices that many don't even realize they have. This book is important for society!"
★★★★★"A brave and informative book. It reminds us of many things we tend not to think much about."
★★★★★★"Spoke straight to the hearts of both young people and adults. He has a unique ability to connect with any audience."
★★★★★★"His keynote on belonging really resonated with us, and he delivered the topic in a warm and authentic way."
★★★★★★"I wanted to hear more, and that really says it all. Daniel shares insight, engages and moves you in a truly wonderful way."
★★★★★★"An engaging and truly excellent keynote that captivated and moved us."
★★★★★★"What a powerful delivery of a strong and important message — a huge thank you to Daniel for making a difference!"
★★★★★★"Daniel's presence and unique ability to communicate gave us a new understanding of the more hidden challenges in our society. The most important keynote of the year!"
★★★★★★"Daniel is an incredibly passionate and wise person, with visible dedication and deep expertise across all dimensions of diversity and inclusion."
★★★★★★"Daniel stepped up on short notice. He and Kari shared their own painful experiences with racism, and connected with both adults and young people through their passion."
★★★★★★"His keynote was thought-provoking, leaving us reflecting on many of our perhaps unconscious biases in everyday life."
★★★★★★"His strong commitment to the theme of belonging, combined with his personal experience of feeling like an outsider, made him a perfect contributor."
★★★★★★"Daniel is simply a wonderful person who talks about an important cause in a truly great way. We are beyond satisfied!"
★★★★★★"Daniel gave a talk that for me was engaging, informative, inspiring and not least brutally honest. You gave me lessons I carry with me in my daily life."
★★★★★★"A wonderful keynote! So many thought-provoking moments. Powerful and challenging."
★★★★★★"Very interesting and skilled speaker. Engaging and educational."
★★★★★★"Wow! Thank you for the great words, reflection and good advice."
★★★★★★"Absolutely brilliant, and funny. Daniel gets an important topic across in an effective way that's easy to digest."
★★★★★★"Fantastic."
★★★★★★"Very good and inspiring."
★★★★★"A well-written book that truly gives insight into the fact that racism still exists in Norway and how it manifests."
★★★★★"An open, experience-based and wise book that touches all of us in society, showing that we all have a responsibility to prevent racism."
★★★★★"Powerful and great reading."
Get in touch to learn how Daniel can contribute to your event.
Over 100 organisations have booked Daniel for keynotes on diversity, belonging and inclusion.
Every keynote is tailored to your organisation and audience.
From boardrooms to classrooms. Daniel connects with every audience.
«Daniels foredrag synliggjorde og eksemplifiserte den sosiale dimensjonen i bærekraft på en god måte. Engasjerende og tydelig.»
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