Gary Barker

Gary Barker

Keynote Speaker: President & CEO of Equimundo Center for Masculinities and Social Justice

Gary Barker Biography

Gary Barker, PhD is an international voice for healthy manhood, gender equality and violence prevention. He holds a Master’s in Public Policy from Duke University and a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Loyola University-Chicago. He is the founder and CEO of Equimundo Center for Masculinities and Social Justice , an international organization that works globally, including the US, to engage men and boys in healthy masculinities.

Barker has led global action to engage men as fathers and caregivers, including co-authoring the State of the World’s Fathers reports. He has received an Ashoka Fellowship, an Open Society Fellowship, and a Voices of Solidarity Award from Vital Voices for his research and activism. In 2019 he was named by Apolitical as one of the 100 most influential persons in gender equality globally. Barker advises UN agencies, corporations, and governments on engaging men as allies in gender equality. He holds a Research Affiliate position at the University of Coimbra, Portugal.

His four novels — "Luisa’s Last Words," "The Afghan Vampires Book Club", "Mary of Kivu," and "Museum of Lost Love" – draw on his experiences of working in conflict-affected settings and have been praised for creating stories of “grace and passion” out some of the world’s most violent places. He lived nearly 20 years in Central and South America and currently lives in Washington, DC.

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Gary Barker Speaking Topics

Reimagining masculinity to reverse sexual harassment

Why Fatherhood is a gamechanger for gender equity

Gary Barker Videos

A Reframing of Masculinity, Rooted in Empathy | Gary Barker | TED
Be A Man Conversation series - Gary Barker - Promundo
Gary Barker of Promundo, MenCare and MenEngage

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What topics does Gary Barker speak about?

Gary Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Education, Social Activism, TED, Author, Gender Equality, DEI, Government, Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Fiction Authors.

Where does Gary Barker travel from?

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

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Gary Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health & Wellness, Education and Social Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gary Barker for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Gary Barker 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 Sir Richard Branson, Daymond John and Tarana Burke. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gary Barker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/05/2025.

Gary Barker Speaking Topics

  • Reimagining masculinity to reverse sexual harassment

  • Why Fatherhood is a gamechanger for gender equity

Gary Barker Videos

A Reframing of Masculinity, Rooted in Empathy | Gary Barker | TED
Be A Man Conversation series - Gary Barker - Promundo
Gary Barker of Promundo, MenCare and MenEngage
Gary Barker Promundo about the MenCare Campaign
Why Fatherhood is a gamechanger for gender equity: TEDxBarcelonaWomen
  • How do I book Gary Barker to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gary Barker 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 Gary Barker, 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 Gary Barker or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Gary Barker for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Gary Barker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Gary Barker are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gary Barker, 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 Gary Barker speak about?

    Gary Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Education, Social Activism, TED, Author, Gender Equality, DEI, Government, Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Fiction Authors.
  • Where does Gary Barker travel from?

    Gary Barker 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 Gary Barker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gary Barker 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 Gary Barker 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 Gary Barker 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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