Speaker Bureau

The Matthew Shepard Foundation Speakers Bureau visits schools, universities, colleges, companies, and community groups around the nation to talk about the devastating impact hate has on communities. With varied backgrounds and professional credentials, our speakers bring an invaluable experience to the groups they visit. Journalists, authors, activists, and public safety officials each have unique perspectives on Matthew’s legacy and share those in emotional and uplifting ways. Our speakers are committed to the Foundation’s constant work to Erase Hate and work tirelessly to spread that message.

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  Judy Shepard Speaking

  In 1998, Judy Shepard lost her son, Matthew, to a murder motivated by anti-gay hate. Turning tragedy into a crusade...

• Lesléa Newman

  Lesléa Newman, gay rights activist and author of many books including the children’s classic, Heather Has Two Mommies, talks about...

• Susan Burk

  Susan Burk joined the Foundation as its first-ever Laramie Project Specialist in June 2011. A former radio and television news anchor...

• Greg Miraglia

  Greg Miraglia is the author of “Coming Out From Behind The Badge” and "American Heroes Coming Out From Behind The...

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