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Dr. Afiya Fredericks

Dr. Afiya Fredericks

Keynote Speaker: Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of the District of Columbia; Growth Mindset Expert

Dr. Afiya Fredericks Biography

Dr. Afiya Fredericks is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of the District of Columbia. Her research agenda includes understanding the impact of implicit beliefs (mindsets) on motivation and achievement, and how to cultivate growth mindset-oriented environments.

She is a recent recipient of the prestigious NSF CAREER grant award for $1.6 million, focused on better understanding how mindset research can be leveraged to create more equitable learning environments for minoritized students in STEM.

Dr. Fredericks has been immersed in mindset research for over a decade now and is the former Director of Professional Learning at Mindset Works Inc. There, she supported the implementation of Growth Mindset programs and practices in schools and organizations for 6 years. As a life-long learner, she believes that embodying a growth mindset is a beautiful journey that she works on daily.

Dr. Fredericks is a proud US Virgin Islander and enjoys opportunities to escape home to the beautiful island of St. Croix.

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Dr. Afiya Fredericks Speaking Topics

Growth Mindset in Mentoring

A growth mindset, the understanding that intelligence grows with effort and practice, and other "non-cognitive performance factors" have emerged as concepts and strategies that hold the promise of significantly boosting youth success, even of reducing the education gap. The workshop presenters will discuss research-based methods, findings, challenges, and new approaches for helping youth shift and develop a growth mindset through mentoring. The workshop presents findings, challenges, and approaches for building a growth mindset through mentoring. Participants will engage in discovering their own mindset and learning techniques to empower themselves and others to increase their intelligence, reduce stress, and learn effectively.

Fostering Academic Success for our Future Leaders

The Impact of a Growth Mindset Intervention on the Mathematics Perofrmance of Elementary Students in the United States

Dr. Afiya Fredericks Videos

Culture, Learning & Growth with Dr.Afiya Fredericks - YouTube
[Episode 121] Dr Afiya Fredericks - The Growth Mindset, Part 1 ...

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How much does it cost to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Dr. Afiya Fredericks, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Afiya Fredericks, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Afiya Fredericks speak about?

Dr. Afiya Fredericks is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Family & Parenting, Education, Educational Motivation, Education Policy Reform, Diversity & Inclusion, Culture, Psychology, Philosophy, Mindset, Personal Growth, Motivational, Workshop and Corporate Culture.

Where does Dr. Afiya Fredericks travel from?

Dr. Afiya Fredericks generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Afiya Fredericks?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Afiya Fredericks for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Afiya Fredericks or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Dr. Afiya Fredericks is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Family & Parenting and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. Afiya Fredericks generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eduardo Briceño, Israel Greene and Anthony Colannino. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Afiya Fredericks for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/07/2024.

Dr. Afiya Fredericks Speaking Topics

  • Growth Mindset in Mentoring

    A growth mindset, the understanding that intelligence grows with effort and practice, and other "non-cognitive performance factors" have emerged as concepts and strategies that hold the promise of significantly boosting youth success, even of reducing the education gap. The workshop presenters will discuss research-based methods, findings, challenges, and new approaches for helping youth shift and develop a growth mindset through mentoring. The workshop presents findings, challenges, and approaches for building a growth mindset through mentoring. Participants will engage in discovering their own mindset and learning techniques to empower themselves and others to increase their intelligence, reduce stress, and learn effectively.

  • Fostering Academic Success for our Future Leaders

    The Impact of a Growth Mindset Intervention on the Mathematics Perofrmance of Elementary Students in the United States

Dr. Afiya Fredericks Videos

Culture, Learning & Growth with Dr.Afiya Fredericks - YouTube
[Episode 121] Dr Afiya Fredericks - The Growth Mindset, Part 1 ...

Dr. Afiya Fredericks Reviews

  • Afiya was wonderful! The event was really great, especially for a rainy Friday afternoon. We had 53 in attendance with a mix of professional staff, student staff and faculty.
    Lamar University - Nov 15 2023

  • Everything was seamless and effective. We were delighted to work with AAE!
    March of Dimes - Sep 29 2021

  • How do I book Dr. Afiya Fredericks to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Afiya Fredericks for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Afiya Fredericks, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Afiya Fredericks or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Afiya Fredericks, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Afiya Fredericks, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Afiya Fredericks speak about?

    Dr. Afiya Fredericks is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Family & Parenting, Education, Educational Motivation, Education Policy Reform, Diversity & Inclusion, Culture, Psychology, Philosophy, Mindset, Personal Growth, Motivational, Workshop and Corporate Culture.
  • Where does Dr. Afiya Fredericks travel from?

    Dr. Afiya Fredericks generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Afiya Fredericks?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Afiya Fredericks for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Afiya Fredericks for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Afiya Fredericks or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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