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I would love to connect with you about upcoming speaking opportunities.

 

I'm available to speak at in-person and virtual events, ranging from large conference keynotes to intimate book studies. Each talk is customized based on your needs and budget.

For more details on what these engagements look like, check out my upcoming and past speaking engagements, listed below. 

Want to talk about your interests and needs? Send me a note at info@stephaniemaliakrauss.com

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

  • Featured Speaker for the 2023 Schools of the Future Conference
    Featured Speaker for the 2023 Schools of the Future Conference
    Thu, Nov 16
    Honolulu
    Nov 16, 2023, 8:00 AM – Nov 17, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Honolulu, 1801 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
    The Schools of the Future conference is the largest annual gathering of Hawaiʻi's educators and administrators, with a focus on the best and emerging practices in education. I am delighted to serve as one of this year's featured speakers!
  • Convocation Speaker for UT Austin Charter Schools (1)
    Convocation Speaker for UT Austin Charter Schools (1)
    Tue, Jun 13
    Austin, TX, USA
    Jun 13, 2023, 8:00 AM – Jun 14, 2023, 8:00 AM
    Austin, TX, USA
    I am thrilled to join University of Texas-University Charter School community, a charter school district in Texas, as they begin their 2023-2024 school year. UT-UCS operates schools in residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospital, residential homes, shelters, medical facilities, and more.
  • Keynote for the 2023 Iowa Education Conference
    Keynote for the 2023 Iowa Education Conference
    Tue, Jun 13
    Des Moines
    Jun 13, 2023, 8:00 AM – Jun 15, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, USA
    The 2023 Iowa Education Conference (IEC) is designed to support school leadership teams, educators, and their organizational partners, to prepare all learners for their future at every step of their educational journey.
  • Training on 10 Whole Life Practices for YMCA Summer Camp Staff
    Training on 10 Whole Life Practices for YMCA Summer Camp Staff
    Sun, May 14
    Edwardsville
    May 14, 2023, 10:00 AM – May 15, 2023, 11:00 AM
    Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL, USA
    What a gift! I get to go into my kids' summer camp and train all counselors on the 10 Whole Life practices covered in "Whole Child, Whole Life: 10 Ways to Help Kids Live, Learn, and Thrive."
  • Roundtable on "Whole Child, Whole Life" for Forum for Youth Investment National Meeting
    Roundtable on "Whole Child, Whole Life" for Forum for Youth Investment National Meeting
    Fri, May 12
    Detroit
    May 12, 2023, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Detroit, Renaissance Center, 400 Renaissance Dr W, Detroit, MI 48243, USA
    A decade ago, I left local practice to become a senior fellow with the Forum for Youth Investment. I look forward to their national meetings as places to connect with the country's most inspiring changemakers. This roundtable discussion will focus on my new book, Whole Child, Whole Life.
  • Open Classroom with the Brown School of Social Work at Washington University
    Open Classroom with the Brown School of Social Work at Washington University
    Tue, May 02
    Webinar
    May 02, 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CDT
    Webinar
    This webinar is for Brown School social work students and alumni. Focused on content from "Whole Child, Whole Life," this session will explore ways social workers can apply a whole child lens to their work, and unpack ten proven practices that enable young people and their families to thrive.
  • Keynote & Consulting for Molokai Public Schools
    Keynote & Consulting for Molokai Public Schools
    Wed, Jan 04
    Moloka‘i, Hawaii, USA
    Jan 04, 2023, 8:00 AM HST – Jan 05, 2023, 5:00 PM HST
    Moloka‘i, Hawaii, USA
    Molokai is where my education lineage begins. I am Native Hawaiian, and generations ago my aunties were teachers on Molokai. This January, I will travel to my "roots" to speak with and support educators across this island. This includes a keynote, community meetings, and student conversations.
  • In-Person Consulting at Waimea Canyon Middle School
    In-Person Consulting at Waimea Canyon Middle School
    Wed, Dec 07
    Waimea
    Dec 07, 2022, 8:00 AM HST – Dec 08, 2022, 5:00 PM HST
    Waimea, 9555 Huakai Rd, Waimea, HI 96796, USA
    This year, I'm supporting the Waimea Canyon school community as they develop a Portrait of a Middle School Learner. During this in-person time, we will refine the portrait and hold a series of community conversations. On-site professional development will focus on portrait implementation.
  • Keynote Speaker for Camp Fire Annual Conference
    Keynote Speaker for Camp Fire Annual Conference
    Thu, Nov 17
    Webinar
    Nov 17, 2022, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
    Webinar
    I am thrilled to be the opening keynote speaker for this year's Camp Fire virtual conference. Camp Fire is a national nonprofit and leader in positive youth development. Through local councils, Camp Fire offers school-year and summer programs focusing on inclusive fun and leadership development.
  • Facilitator for "Pathways to Economic Well-Being: The Youth Safety Net" YTFG Webinar
    Facilitator for "Pathways to Economic Well-Being: The Youth Safety Net" YTFG Webinar
    Wed, Nov 16
    Webinar
    Nov 16, 2022, 3:00 PM EST – Nov 17, 2022, 4:00 PM EST
    Webinar
    This Youth Transition Funders Group webinar features researchers from the Urban Institute, along with Family Values at Work. Across the US, millions of young people have caretaking responsibilities and are often heads of households. This conversation explores the benefits and protections they need.
  • Keynote Speaker for Illinois Eastern Community College
    Keynote Speaker for Illinois Eastern Community College
    Thu, Sep 29
    Illinois Eastern Community College
    Sep 29, 2022, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM CDT
    Illinois Eastern Community College, 2200 College Dr, Mt Carmel, IL 62863, USA
    I'm so excited to speak to teachers and counselors in the region where my children go to school. During this keynote address, I'll focus on how to prioritize student well-being this school year and the important connections between college and career readiness, and long and livable lives.
  • Panelist on "Preventing Youth Homelessness Series: The Role of Education"
    Panelist on "Preventing Youth Homelessness Series: The Role of Education"
    Tue, Sep 27
    Webinar
    Sep 27, 2022, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
    Webinar
    I'll join colleagues as a panelist for this Funders Together to End Homelessness event to share a multi-funder initiative my colleague Maddy Day and I co-facilitate, which is focused on the educational success of youth who experience homelessness, foster care, and the justice system.
  • Facilitator for "Good Jobs for Young People" YTFG Webinar
    Facilitator for "Good Jobs for Young People" YTFG Webinar
    Wed, Sep 21
    Webinar
    Sep 21, 2022, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
    Webinar
    As a YTFG staff consultant, I facilitate convos between some of the smartest education, employment, and workforce development leaders. This convo is co-hosted by the Families and Workers Fund and Workforce Matters, featuring Jobs For the Future and the National Youth Employment Coalition.
  • Edwardsville Book Festival
    Edwardsville Book Festival
    Sun, Sep 18
    Edwardsville
    Sep 18, 2022, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
    Edwardsville, 112 S Kansas St, Edwardsville, IL 62025, USA
    Finally! After launching a book from my basement two years ago, I get to be a part of an IRL book festival. This local festival draws readers and writers from across St. Louis and the Metro-East.
  • "Investing in Human Capital" Celebration Summit
    "Investing in Human Capital" Celebration Summit
    Fri, Jun 03
    O‘ahu, Hawaii, USA
    Jun 03, 2022, 7:00 PM HST
    O‘ahu, Hawaii, USA
    Education leaders from across the Hawaiian Islands have engaged in a year-long leadership course. This culminating event will celebrate their extraordinary efforts to support students and run schools during these challenging times.
  • Kupu Hou Academy
    Kupu Hou Academy
    Tue, May 31
    Honolulu
    May 31, 2022, 9:00 AM HST – Jun 03, 2022, 4:00 PM HST
    Honolulu, 2445 Kaala St, Honolulu, HI 96822, USA
    Futureproof: Designing Learning so Students can Thrive in a Changing and Challenging World is the theme of the 2022 Kupu Hou Academy, a four-day fully experiential professional development experience, which I will be co-facilitating with Kupu Hou staff, on beautiful Oahu, Hawaiʻi.
  • Southwest Advocates for Youth Services
    Southwest Advocates for Youth Services
    Wed, Apr 13
    Virtual Event
    Apr 13, 2022, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Virtual Event
    Children's librarians do much more than choosing books for the shelves. They are a vital resource and support for the kids in your community. I'll be joining SWAY, a network of local youth librarians, to talk about what the research from Making It means for their community-based setting.
  • Speaker for the Hawaii P-20 Counseling & Advising Convening
    Speaker for the Hawaii P-20 Counseling & Advising Convening
    Thu, Apr 07
    Virtual Convening
    Apr 07, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM HST
    Virtual Convening
    I'll be giving a new talk to Hawaii counselors and advisors, "Whole Child, Whole Life: What Today's Kids Need to Live, Learn, and Thrive." This builds from my latest research and writing, focused on what we can do to help kids thrive in changing and challenging times.
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