SPEAKOUT
A mission-driven speakers agency and education institute.
Voices changing lives.
We are SpeakOut
The Institute for Democratic Education and Culture
Our Mission
SpeakOut's mission is to encourage critical and imaginative thinking to address the major inequities of our day and transform a fractured world.
Our Learning Opportunities
Our network of speakers, artists, and strategic partners provide experiential learning opportunities through lectures, workshops, film screenings, performances, consulting and professional development.
Our Network
SpeakOut works with colleges, universities, schools, organizations, government agencies and the private sector, promoting critical analysis, creativity and innovative strategies for 21st century problem-solving.
Featured Speakers
Insightful voices for today's conversations. SpeakOut connects organizations, campuses, and communities with speakers who offer fresh perspectives and actionable insights. Whether you're planning a keynote, workshop, or professional development session, our speakers help foster dialogue, build understanding, and spark meaningful growth.
Education Institute
An evolving hub for learning, reflection, and dialogue. The Education Institute offers dynamic programming designed to support students, educators, and professionals through curated learning experiences with our speakers. These offerings help build community, deepen understanding, and strengthen skills to navigate today’s most pressing challenges.
E-Courses
Insightful, self-paced learning from today’s most compelling thinkers. Our on-demand courses are designed to meet individuals and groups where they are, exploring topics like conflict resolution, leadership, identity, and collective change. Learn in your own time, on your own terms, with tools you can bring back to your classrooms, teams, and communities.
Virtual Events
Join timely conversations led by powerful voices. Our live virtual events feature renowned and emerging speakers sharing new perspectives on society, identity, systems, and the future. These events are designed to be accessible, engaging, and community-centered—perfect for classrooms, teams, or anyone looking to stay connected and inspired.
Summer Institute
Join our multi-day Summer Institute for activists, educators, scholars, and professionals to learn from leading experts, engage in interactive workshops, and connect with a diverse network of change-makers. Make a positive impact in your institutions and communities.
SpeakOut Original Films
Explore our selection of SpeakOut-produced films and learn about the talented speakers and artists involved. Support the next generation of artists and filmmakers by watching and contributing to our films.
Our Store
Black Lives Matter at School
$24.95
"Black Lives Matter at School is an essential resource for all those seeking to build an antiracist school system." —Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Dispatches from the Race War
$17.95
In this collection of essays, renowned racial justice advocate Tim Wise confronts racism in contemporary America. Seen through the lens of major flashpoints during the Obama and Trump years, Dispatches from the Race War faces the consequences of white supremacy in all its forms.
Our Store
Black Lives Matter at School
$24.95
"Black Lives Matter at School is an essential resource for all those seeking to build an antiracist school system." —Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author