Public Speaking

Engaging talks, panels, and workshops on digital communication, storytelling, media literacy, and human rights. I bring extensive experience in interfaith dialogue at churches, universities, and private organizations, along with appearances at events like Pecha Kucha. I bring insight and energy to every stage.

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Services

What I can help you with

Interfaith Dialogue

Extensive experience facilitating interfaith dialogue at churches, universities, and private organizations, building bridges between communities.

Keynote Speeches

Inspiring and thought-provoking talks tailored to your event's theme and audience, including TEDx and Pecha Kucha formats.

Panel Discussions

Expert participation in panel discussions on immigration rights, refugee resettlement, political dialogue, and human rights advocacy.

Workshops & Training

Interactive sessions on storytelling, digital strategy, effective communication, and human rights topics.

Event Moderation

Professional moderation for conferences, debates, and community events, including interfaith and political dialogues.

Human Rights Advocacy

Speaking on refugee rights, immigration rights, Ahıska Turks mass exile, and broader human rights advocacy.

Selected Work

Examples of recent projects and results

Pecha Kucha Events

Fast-paced presentations on refugee resettlement, immigration rights, and Ahıska Turks mass exile.

Goal: Share important stories in an accessible format
Approach: 20 slides, 20 seconds each - concise and impactful
Result: High audience engagement, increased awareness of critical issues

Interfaith Dialogue - Churches

Facilitated interfaith dialogue sessions at churches, building understanding between faith communities.

Goal: Foster mutual respect and understanding across faith traditions
Approach: Open dialogue, shared experiences, and common ground exploration
Result: Strengthened community bonds, ongoing relationships, positive feedback

Interfaith Dialogue - Universities

Speaking engagements at universities on interfaith dialogue, refugee rights, and political dialogue.

Goal: Educate and inspire students to engage in meaningful dialogue
Approach: Academic rigor combined with personal narratives
Result: Student engagement, invitations for return visits, impact on campus dialogue

Refugee Resettlement Panels

Panel discussions on refugee resettlement, immigration rights, and refugee advocacy.

Goal: Raise awareness and advocate for refugee communities
Approach: Collaborative panels with diverse perspectives
Result: Increased community support, policy discussions, actionable outcomes

Ahıska Turks Mass Exile Discussions

Presentations and discussions on the historical and contemporary impact of Ahıska Turks mass exile.

Goal: Preserve history and raise awareness of this important community
Approach: Historical context, personal stories, and contemporary relevance
Result: Documented history, community recognition, educational impact

How I Work

My process for delivering results

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Initial Consultation

We discuss your event, audience, goals, and specific topics you'd like me to address.

2

Content Development

I research and develop tailored content that resonates with your audience and fits your event format.

3

Coordination & Preparation

Close collaboration with your team on logistics, A/V needs, and any special requirements.

4

Delivery

Engaging, professional delivery with energy and authenticity that connects with your audience.

5

Follow-Up

Post-event materials, Q&A continuation, and gathering feedback for future collaborations.

Speaking Topics

Topics I frequently speak about, tailored to your audience

Interfaith Dialogue
Political Dialogue
Refugee Resettlement
Ahıska Turks Mass Exile Discussions
Refugee Rights
Immigration Rights & Panel Discussions
Human Rights Advocacy
Digital Storytelling & Content Strategy
Media Literacy in the Digital Age
Social Media for Social Change
Freedom of Expression & Digital Rights
Building Authentic Online Communities
Civic Participation & Democracy

Recent Speaking Engagements

Where I've been sharing insights recently

Pecha Kucha

Presentation
Various Locations
Recent

Interfaith Dialogue - Churches

Dialogue
Various Locations
Ongoing

Interfaith Dialogue - Universities

Dialogue
Various Locations
Ongoing

Interfaith Dialogue - Private Organizations

Dialogue
Various Locations
Ongoing

Digital Rights Summit

Panel
Berlin, Germany
2023

Media Literacy Conference

Workshop
Amsterdam, Netherlands
2024

What People Say

"Adil has established a standard setting social media program that is helping our office connect with the community in ways we could have never predicted."

Del. Lesley Lopez
State Delegate

"The workshop was engaging, practical, and inspiring. Our students left with actionable strategies they could implement immediately."

University Professor
Journalism Workshop Series

Speaking Events Gallery

Moments from various speaking engagements and events

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