Presentation Overview
Meaningful social change requires more than passion. It requires understanding how systems of power, privilege, oppression, and identity intersect to shape individual experiences and collective action. This thought-provoking and engaging presentation explores the role of intersectionality in advocacy, coalition building, leadership, and social movements.
Drawing from communication studies, social justice scholarship, disability studies, and organizational leadership, Dr. Davi Kallman examines how intersecting identities such as race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, and culture influence access, participation, and leadership within movements for change. Participants will explore how recognizing these intersections creates stronger organizations, more effective advocacy, and sustainable community partnerships.
Through real-world examples, interactive discussion, and practical strategies, attendees will leave better equipped to build inclusive coalitions, engage in meaningful allyship, and lead social change efforts that intentionally center equity and belonging.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Understand the concept of intersectionality and its role in organizing for social change.
- Recognize how multiple identities shape individual experiences of privilege, marginalization, and access.
- Examine barriers that prevent inclusive participation in advocacy and leadership.
- Learn strategies for building diverse, equitable, and sustainable coalitions.
- Develop communication techniques that foster collaboration across differences.
- Explore the role of allyship, shared leadership, and community accountability.
- Leave with actionable tools for creating more inclusive organizations and social change initiatives.
Ideal Audience
This presentation is designed for:
- Colleges and universities
- Student affairs professionals
- Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) professionals
- Nonprofit organizations
- Community organizers
- Advocacy organizations
- Government agencies
- Corporate employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Leadership development programs
- Faculty and educators
- Graduate and undergraduate students
- Professional associations
- Anyone committed to creating more inclusive communities and organizations
Length Options
30-Minute Session
A concise keynote introducing intersectionality and its impact on leadership, advocacy, and social change.
60-Minute Workshop
An engaging presentation combining research, real-world examples, and practical strategies for building inclusive movements and organizations.
90-Minute Interactive Workshop
A collaborative session featuring case studies, reflection activities, group discussion, and tools participants can immediately apply in their own organizations.
Half-Day Professional Development
A comprehensive training focused on inclusive leadership, coalition building, organizational change, and action planning for long-term impact.
Custom keynote, conference, executive leadership, and campus workshops are available upon request.
Book This Presentation
Interested in bringing Organizing for Social Change and the Role of Intersecting Identities to your organization or event?
Whether you’re planning a conference keynote, campus program, leadership retreat, nonprofit training, or professional development workshop, this presentation can be customized to meet the unique needs of your audience and organization.
Book this presentation today by visiting the Contact page. Together, we can create an engaging, evidence-based experience that inspires participants to lead meaningful and lasting social change.