Speaking Engagements
I am available for speaking engagements. Just send me an email!
I have delivered presentations and workshops on topics such as:
The impact of early adversity on child development
Innovative measurement strategies in early childhood
Building resilience in young children through community-based programs
I am well known for translating complex scientific concepts into practical strategies for practitioners and policymakers.
Prior speaking engagements
| Date | Event & Host | Title / Role | Engagement Type | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2023 | IDEAS Impact Framework Webinar – Center on the Developing Child | Toolkit Walkthrough and Q&A | Webinar presenter | Webinar, toolkit, podcast |
| Jun 2022 | NCSL Early Childhood Fellows Joint Convening – National Conference of State Legislatures | How Early Experience Shapes Development | Plenary speaker | NCSL Presentation Slides (PDF) |
| Nov 2017 | 5th Annual Community Social Pediatrics Symposium – Fondation Dr. Julien (Montreal, QC) | Viewpoints and Actions on the Complexity of Vulnerable Children | Conference speaker | English video · French interpretation |
| Apr 2017 | Frontiers of Innovation (FOI) Video Series – Harvard Center on the Developing Child | The IDEAS Impact Framework | Video explainer series | Theory of Change · Intervention Materials · Evaluation |
| Nov 2016 | Early Learning Conference Pre-K–3 – Oregon Department of Education & COSA | Building a Foundation for Achievement: How Early Experiences Shape Brain Architecture | Keynote speaker | Conference program (PDF) |
| Oct 2014 | AFWI Brain Story Symposium – Alberta Family Wellness Initiative | Interventions for High Risk Children: The Bridge from Science to Action | Invited presentation | AFWI Talk Archive |