Greg R. Baird


Global Lecturer on LGBTQIA+ Civil Rights, Allyship & Community

Lecture Programs

 

  • What is Allyship?  Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Allyship.  Cultivating a Path of Inclusion, Conversation, and Understanding.

Discover the Power of Allyship and Creating Change.
Join me for an enlightening lecture on allyship and fostering our communities.  I will be illustrating how individuals can bring about change and education during opposition. Discover how to be a supportive ally in both your workplace and community, while recognizing and dismantling biases and discrimination. This discussion focuses on transcending hatred and embracing comprehension, diversity, and inclusivity, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. Through captivating narratives, storytelling, and an interactive PowerPoint, you'll learn how to navigate differences to foster a positive atmosphere at work and in your community. The session also addresses diversity, inclusivity, and proper pronoun usage. Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself to instigate personal, professional, and community changes. 


  • An incredible life lived through Storytelling:  Inspire - Empower - Educate

This lecture offers a heartfelt and inspiring exploration of Greg's life. It combines humor with poignant & personal stories that will tug at your heartstrings, leaving your audience inspired long after the lecture ends. From growing up in a small town as an adopted child and facing body shaming, bigotry, and LGBTQ+ hate, to navigating loss and consistently overcoming challenges, Greg's journey is one of resilience and perseverance. His narrative of self-discovery, empowerment, and the celebration of identity as an openly queer man, along with his

commitment to honoring his legacy, makes this lecture an excellent option for keynotes, motivational speeches, and inspirational events.


  • ​Disarming Hate & Bigotry:  Building an Inclusive and Accepting Community.

Join me for a powerful and enlightening multimedia lecture addressing hate and bigotry within our communities, schools, workplaces, and online. I will present a framework aimed at fostering change to combat hate, bigotry, and bias, emphasizing the value of every individual in our interconnected world. The program will also feature a discussion about the tragic shooting at Pulse Night Club and include a short film titled “2:02 A.M.” directed and edited by Greg. Let’s take proactive steps toward healing, education, and the embrace of inclusion. Our shared history deserves to be told, and your audience will remember this impactful presentation long after it concludes. Now, more than ever, community, acceptance, and inclusion are vital for our nation.




Virtual Programs


  •  What is Allyship?  Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Allyship.  Cultivating a Path of Inclusion, Conversation, and Understanding.                   Discover the Power of Allyship and Creating Change.
    Join me for an enlightening lecture on allyship and the backlash against DEIB, illustrating how individuals can bring about change and education during opposition. Discover how to be a supportive ally in both your workplace and community, while recognizing and dismantling biases and discrimination. This discussion focuses on transcending hatred and embracing comprehension, diversity, and inclusivity, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. Through captivating narratives, storytelling, and an interactive PowerPoint, you'll learn how to navigate differences to foster a positive atmosphere at work and in your community. The session also addresses diversity, inclusivity, and proper pronoun usage. Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself to instigate personal, professional, and community changes. 


  • A Discussion of LGBTQIA+ Allyship & Intersectionality.  What Does to Do with Me, My Work & Community?

This lecture presents a fresh outlook on social relationships by exploring the intersections of discrimination within LGBTQ+ communities. Various forms of oppression impact us and those in our surroundings. By sharing personal stories, the lecture aims to help participants connect their own experiences with the broader social structure of privilege and oppression. Moreover, it stresses the significance of Allyship in professional and community environments. Attendees will gain insights into becoming more supportive allies and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community through inclusive solutions that combat hatred. A PowerPoint presentation will complement the lecture to enrich the learning journey.




General Information on all lectures
Available Formats:  Lecture, Lecture Series, Classroom Visits, Pride Events, Faculty & Staff Training, Conferences, Corporations, Companies, and Workshops.
Target Audience(s):  DEI & Employee Resource Groups, LGBTQ+ Students, Faculty. Administrators, Student Affairs Staff & Other Professionals, Fraternity, Sorority Communities and Professional Staff, Admissions Office Staff, Student and Professional Staff, Local community and clubs.










Here is a list of programs for my 2025 lecture tour.  I can speak on a combination of these topics for one program, or I can concentrate on just one.  All of my lectures can be presented virtually or in person.  Please check out the programs below! 


In addition to my lecture for your company, corporation, or higher education institution, I am also available to visit with employee resource groups, students, faculty, and staff at no extra cost to your program needs.  Please make sure when you are booking with me or my agency that you request in advance that you would like me to visit a classroom or organization. Above all, I want you to have a successful event!