Jackson Katz

Jackson Katz

Keynote Speaker: World-Leading Educator on Gender and Violence, Author & TEDx Speaker

Jackson Katz Biography

Jackson Katz is an educator, author, and social theorist who is internationally renowned for his pioneering scholarship and activism on issues of gender, race, and violence. His work covers a range of topics, from gender-based violence to masculinities, media, violence, and politics.

In 1993, Dr. Katz co-founded the Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) program at Northeastern University’s Center for the Study of Sport in Society. The multiracial, mixed-gender MVP program was the first large-scale program of its kind in the college and professional sports culture, and in all branches of the U.S. military.

Among its many accomplishments, MVP introduced the “bystander” approach to the gender violence prevention field; Katz is a key architect of this now broadly popular educational strategy.

Since 1990, Katz has delivered thousands of keynote addresses and conducted leadership trainings in all 50 states, 8 Canadian provinces, and every continent except Antarctica.

Katz’s educational videos include the groundbreaking Tough Guise series about masculinities and violence, which are widely regarded as classics in the media literacy field, and" The Bystander Moment: Transforming Rape Culture at Its Roots." His latest film, released last year, is entitled "The Man Card: 50 Years of Gender, Power, and the American Presidency."

Katz is widely quoted across media platforms and has appeared on radio, TV, and podcasts throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

He’s also the author of three books: "The Macho Paradox: Why Some Men Hurt Women and How All Men Can Help," "Man Enough: Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, and the Politics of Presidential Masculinity," and the forthcoming "Every Man: Why Violence Against Women is a Men’s Issue," due out from Penguin Random House UK on February 20.

His 2013 TEDx talk of the same name has been translated into 27 languages and viewed more than 5.5 million times.

Katz is also co-founder of the Young Men Research Initiative, which explores better ways of engaging young men politically. He’s a regular contributor to Ms. Magazine, where he writes about sex, violence, and the cultural politics of masculinity in an age of right-wing, anti-feminist backlash. His Substack newsletter is called "In the Arena with Jackson Katz."

Katz is a former high school football star who became the first man at UMass-Amherst to earn a minor in women’s studies. He holds a master’s degree from Harvard and a Ph.D. in cultural studies and education from UCLA.

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Jackson Katz Speaking Topics

Violence and Silence: The Role of Bystanders in Ending Sexual Assault

Taking It Personally: Why Gender Violence Prevention is an Issue for Men

Every Man: Why Violence Against Women is a Men’s Issue

The Man Card: White Male Identity Politics from Nixon to Trump

My Gun’s Bigger Than Yours: Masculinity and Violence in Media, Politics, and Real Life

Jackson Katz Videos

Why are men afraid to talk about sexual harassment?
2017 Voices of Solidarity: Jackson Katz
Reshaping Masculinity: In Conversation with Jackson Katz

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What topics does Jackson Katz speak about?

Jackson Katz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Social Activism, TED, Business, Business Leadership, Motivational, Feminism, College, Diversity & Inclusion, Education and Sexual Assault Recovery.

Where does Jackson Katz travel from?

Jackson Katz generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jackson Katz?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jackson Katz 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 Jackson Katz for your next private or corporate function.

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Jackson Katz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Social Activism and TED. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jackson Katz for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jackson Katz generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erika Gilchrist, Gabrielle Union and Silvia Vasquez-Lavado. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jackson Katz for an upcoming event.

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

Jackson Katz Speaking Topics

  • Violence and Silence: The Role of Bystanders in Ending Sexual Assault

  • Taking It Personally: Why Gender Violence Prevention is an Issue for Men

  • Every Man: Why Violence Against Women is a Men’s Issue

  • The Man Card: White Male Identity Politics from Nixon to Trump

  • My Gun’s Bigger Than Yours: Masculinity and Violence in Media, Politics, and Real Life

Jackson Katz Videos

Why are men afraid to talk about sexual harassment?
2017 Voices of Solidarity: Jackson Katz
Reshaping Masculinity: In Conversation with Jackson Katz
Jackson Katz: Violence against women—it's a men's issue

Jackson Katz News

  • Jackson Katz urges students to stand up against violence

    Students, parents and faculty were given valuable insights about how boys can help create communities free of gender violence. Noted educational expert Dr. Jackson Katz visited McCallie for two events Thursday morning, speaking first to parents and other interested visitors at a breakfast gathering in the Brock-Lazenby Room and later to faculty and the Upper School students in a special Chapel Presentation.

  • Lecturer Jackson Katz to speak on violence against women at UNA

    Men and women of the campus and community are coming together to discuss violence against women. Internationally acclaimed lecturer Jackson Katz will speak at Norton Auditorium April 13. His lecture, “More Than a Few Good Men: A Lecture on American Manhood and Violence Against Women,” addresses gender violence.

  • Author, activist Jackson Katz advises men how to prevent gender violence

    Author and activist Jackson Katz advised men on their roles in stopping sexual assault during his talk Thursday called “The Macho Paradox: Why Some Men Hurt Women and Why All Men Can Help.”

  • Jackson Katz Speaking Tonight!

    Join us in continuing to participate in Sexual Assault Awareness Month by attending speaker Jackson Katz tonight, April 7, at 7:30 pm in Graham Chapel!

  • Gender violence prevention expert Jackson Katz to speak at Vanderbilt Sept. 10

    An educator, author, filmmaker and cultural theorist, Jackson Katz is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of gender violence prevention education and critical media literacy.

  • How do I book Jackson Katz to speak at my event?

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

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

    Jackson Katz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Social Activism, TED, Business, Business Leadership, Motivational, Feminism, College, Diversity & Inclusion, Education and Sexual Assault Recovery.
  • Where does Jackson Katz travel from?

    Jackson Katz generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jackson Katz?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jackson Katz 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 Jackson Katz 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 Jackson Katz 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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