Speaking Engagement Request

Our team members regularly speak at a wide range of events, including local universities, industry conferences, and other leading forums.

At the Neighborhood Design Center, we welcome the opportunity to share our ideas and experiences with other advocates, policymakers, industry leaders, designers, volunteers, students, and those working to create more equitable communities. We believe in connecting places and disciplines to build a community of change and resilience.

We are pleased to be considered for speaking engagements at your events whether virtual or in-person, as well as contributing to podcasts, video interviews, and other content platforms.

Our speakers present industry leadership and insightful perspectives on a wide range of topics, including:

Equitable Community Engagement

Codesign for Resilient Ecosystems

Intro to Capitol Development for Community Based Organizations

Green Infrastructure for Communities

Community Design

Community Engagement

Equity in the Built Environment

Set up a speaking engagement

Contact Briony Hynson at bhynson@ndc-md.org or 301-830-5219

To help us make the most informed decision, please include the following info:

Event name, date(s), location, in-person or virtual, other speakers, anticipated audience size, expected length of talk, topics of interest, etc.

Please know we do our best to read all requests in a timely manner. Expect to hear from us within 1-2 weeks.