SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES
Share your expertise, inspire change, and connect with a global audience at AVA Summit events. This page has everything you need to know about applying to speak at our upcoming conferences, including application opening dates, submission deadlines, and what we’re looking for in a session. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or a new voice in the movement, this is your chance to elevate your impact. Check below for all the details and key dates to get started!
AVA Summit North America
Los Angeles, California
May 15-18, 2025
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Applications open: December 15, 2024
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Submission deadline: February 15, 2025
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When to expect to hear back about your application: No later than the end of March 2025, regardless of when it was submitted.
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Topics we're looking for:
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Including, but not at all limited to:
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“Why I quit (and you should too!)”: This panel will discuss the power of knowing when to leave your role for your personal and professional growth. We will examine role shifts as empowering and revitalizing for organizations and people alike.
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“(Y)our Movement”: This panel will open a dialogue regarding voices that were often left on the periphery of the movement. This may be a challenging, but important conversation.
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“Pitch It!”
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Understanding the Funding Landscape
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Cellular & Cultivated Animal Products
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Insects and Animals on the Periphery
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Formats we're looking for:
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​Interactive sessions​
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AVA Summit
Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
July 17-20, 2025
This button will be active February 14, 2025, when applications open.
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Applications open: February 14, 2025
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Submission deadline: May 14, 2025
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When to expect to hear back about your application: Before the end of May
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Topics we're looking for:
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Including, but not at all limited to:
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One Health, One World: The Link Between Human and Animal Well-being in Africa
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Compassion Without Borders: Caring for All Lives in Times of Adversity
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Understanding the African Continent Funding Landscape
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Insects and Animals on the Periphery
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Climate Change and Animal Advocacy in Africa: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge and Conservation Efforts
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Formats we're looking for:
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​Workshops​
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Joint sessions
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AVA Summit
Asia
Delhi, India
September or October 2025
This button will be active April 15th, 2025, when applications open.
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Applications open: April 15, 2025
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Submission deadline: June 15, 2025
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When to expect to hear back about your application: By the middle of July, regardless of when submitted
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Topics we're looking for:
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Including, but not at all limited to:
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Good Cop / Bad Cop;
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Fundraising in Asia
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Animal Rights in South East Asia
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Wild Animal Issues
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Insect farming issues
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Formats we're looking for:
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​Interactive workshops​
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Panels
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AVA Summit Latin America
TBD, LatAm
December 2025 or January 2026
This button will be active June 15th, 2025, when applications open.
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Applications open: June 15, 2025
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Submission deadline: September 15, 2025
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When to expect to hear back about your application: The middle of October
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Topics we're looking for:
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Including, but not at all limited to:
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Fundraising in Latin America
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Good Cop / Bad Cop
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Animal Rights Perspectives in Latin America
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Advocating for Animals in Difficult Political Regimes
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Skill building! Submit a workshop to teach advocates an advocacy skill
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Formats we're looking for:
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​Interactive workshops​
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Panels
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FILMS, ARTISTS, COMEDIANS, MUSICIANS, AND MORE
Are you a filmmaker, artist, comedian, musician, or creative professional looking to share your talents at an AVA Summit event? We welcome all forms of creative expression that inspire, educate, and amplify the animal advocacy movement.
To be considered, simply fill out the speaker application form for the event you’re interested in. Once your submission is reviewed, Taylor Waters, our Head of Programs, will get in touch to discuss the next steps. We can’t wait to see how your creativity can help shape a kinder world!
SPEAKER SUPPORT
At AVA International, we’re here to ensure you feel confident and prepared to deliver a powerful session. Gain insights from experienced speakers like Ryuji Chua in a short, inspiring video designed to help you speak with confidence and clarity.
Looking for more in-depth training? Connect with Megan O'Brien Lowery for a personalized coaching session tailored to your needs. Reach out to us, and we’ll help arrange this for you—because your voice deserves to be heard loud and clear.
SPEAKER CONTACT
Have questions about speaking opportunities, your application, etc? We’re here to help! For all speaker-related inquiries, please contact: Taylor Waters, Head of Programs: Taylor@AVASummit.com. Please allow up to 48 business hours for a reply. We look forward to supporting you on your journey to the AVA Summit stage!
"When we collaborate with our regional committees, we are guided by their diverse perspectives and deep understanding of local traditions and identities.
Their commitment to authenticity and inclusivity transforms our international gatherings into events that genuinely reflect the communities they serve, inspiring meaningful connections and celebrating the vibrant advocacy of each region."