Ingrid Newkirk

Ingrid Newkirk

Keynote Speaker: Animal Rights Activist; President & Co-founder of PETA; Author of "Free the Animals"

Ingrid Newkirk Biography

Ingrid Newkirk, a prominent animal rights activist, is the president and co-founder of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), the world's largest animal rights organization. Since its inception in 1980, Newkirk has led numerous campaigns against the use of animals in crash tests and has successfully persuaded numerous companies to cease testing cosmetics on animals. Her influence extends to undercover investigations that have resulted in government sanctions against various institutions and individuals who misuse animals.

Newkirk played a pivotal role in the Silver Spring monkeys case in 1981, which led to the first police raid in the United States on an animal research laboratory and subsequently resulted in substantial amendments to the Animal Welfare Act of 1985. Her efforts have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Washingtonian of the Year in 1980, the Courage of Conscience Award in 1995, and the Ahimsa Award in 2014. Newkirk's work and beliefs have been featured in an HBO special, and she has been publicly praised by numerous individuals, including Sam Simon and Alec Baldwin.

Newkirk has also contributed to the discourse on animal rights through authoring books such as "Making Kind Choices" and featuring in the HBO documentary "I Am an Animal: The Story of Ingrid Newkirk and PETA". Her international speaking engagements on animal rights issues have taken her to venues such as the Canadian Parliament, New Delhi in India, Taiwan, and the U.S. Congress. Her passion and dedication to making this world a better place for all living beings has inspired countless others to do what they can to help animals.

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Ingrid Newkirk Speaking Topics

Animals Are Not Ours

The Impact of Animal Agriculture

Ingrid Newkirk Videos

Journey Around the Globe with PETA President Ingrid Newkirk
PETA India Founder Ingrid Newkirk’s ‘Womanhood and Speciesism’ Speech
Ingrid Newkirk: Animalkind | Real Time with Bill Maher

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What topics does Ingrid Newkirk speak about?

Ingrid Newkirk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environment, Sustainability, Animals & Wildlife, Environmental Activism, Conservation, Social Activism, Women, Women's Rights, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Influential Women.

Where does Ingrid Newkirk travel from?

Ingrid Newkirk generally travels from Norfolk, VA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ingrid Newkirk?

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

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Ingrid Newkirk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Environment, Sustainability and Animals & Wildlife. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ingrid Newkirk for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ingrid Newkirk generally travels from Norfolk, VA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Alexandra Cousteau, Alicia Silverstone and Sylvia Earle. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ingrid Newkirk for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/02/2025.

Ingrid Newkirk Speaking Topics

  • Animals Are Not Ours

  • The Impact of Animal Agriculture

Ingrid Newkirk Videos

Journey Around the Globe with PETA President Ingrid Newkirk
PETA India Founder Ingrid Newkirk’s ‘Womanhood and Speciesism’ Speech
Ingrid Newkirk: Animalkind | Real Time with Bill Maher
Why Hamburgers Should Be Illegal: Ingrid Newkirk
  • How do I book Ingrid Newkirk to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ingrid Newkirk, 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 $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ingrid Newkirk, 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 Ingrid Newkirk speak about?

    Ingrid Newkirk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environment, Sustainability, Animals & Wildlife, Environmental Activism, Conservation, Social Activism, Women, Women's Rights, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Influential Women.
  • Where does Ingrid Newkirk travel from?

    Ingrid Newkirk generally travels from Norfolk, VA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ingrid Newkirk?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ingrid Newkirk 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 Ingrid Newkirk 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 Ingrid Newkirk 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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