Jonathan Friedman

Jonathan Friedman

Keynote Speaker: Sy Syms Managing Director of the U.S. Free Expression Programs at PEN America; Authority on Freedom Protections & Democracy

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Jonathan Friedman Biography

Jonathan Friedman, Ph.D., serves as the Sy Syms managing director of U.S. free expression programs at PEN America, a position he assumed in 2018 after taking on the directorship of the newly formed Campus Free Speech Program. Friedman's tenure at PEN America has been characterized by his commitment to free expression, with a particular focus on issues related to banned books and educational censorship. In his role, Friedman tackles the impact of book banning on traditions of freedom and democracy, providing a critical perspective on legislative sessions affecting educational censorship.

Prior to his time at PEN America, Friedman was a 2019-2020 fellow of the University of California’s National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement. This experience underscores his dedication to the exploration and protection of free speech rights. Beyond the scope of books and education, Friedman's work extends to broader effects of educational gag orders in higher education, offering commentary on academic freedom, artistic freedom, and press freedom.

In addition to his advocacy for free speech, Friedman is also deeply involved in initiatives against online harassment and digital safety issues. He has addressed concerns such as Zoombombing, contributing to the discourse on the intersection of technology and freedom of expression. With an MA and Ph.D. in international education from NYU, Friedman's expertise spans the complexities of free speech both within the educational sphere and in the world at large.

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Jonathan Friedman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Literacy, Democracy and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jonathan Friedman for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jonathan Friedman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Eric Boles and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jonathan Friedman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/03/2026.

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This Talk May Be Banned In Schools | Jonathan Friedman | TEDxKC ...
  • How do I book Jonathan Friedman to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Jonathan Friedman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jonathan Friedman, 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 Jonathan Friedman speak about?

    Jonathan Friedman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Literacy, Democracy, Education and Social Activism.
  • Where does Jonathan Friedman travel from?

    Jonathan Friedman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jonathan Friedman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jonathan Friedman 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 Jonathan Friedman 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 Jonathan Friedman 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?

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