Keynotes + Education Topics
But What Can I Do?: A conversation to end sexual violence.
What is sexual violence—really? What does consent actually mean? And how do you respond if a friend tells you something heavy?
These are questions every college student should be asking—but too often, we’re left without clear answers. That ends here.
With 1 in 5 college-age women and nearly 1 in 13 college-age men experiencing sexual assault, this isn’t a distant issue—it’s real, it’s happening on campuses, in dorms, at parties, on teams, and within friend groups. This keynote cuts through the noise with an honest, unfiltered conversation about prevention, consent, intervention, and how to show up for each other.
This isn’t a talk meant to keep you comfortable—it’s meant to make you better. Expect a powerful mix of truth, vulnerability, humor, and hope. You’re not just here to get a degree—you’re here to lead. Let’s talk about how to change the culture—and change the damn world.
Recommended small group break out: “A Different World: The Intersection of council identity and sexual violence.”
Leadership is Overrated!
It’s time to pull back the covers and take a hard look at leadership—what it really is, what it’s not, and why so many of us are exhausted by it. We hear it constantly: “Be a leader.” But what happens when leadership becomes a buzzword we hide behind?
The truth is, leadership is overrated—not because it doesn’t matter, but because we’ve been sold a version that’s performative, unsustainable, and rooted in ego. We try to do it all, say yes to everything, and burn out in the process. We forget that leadership isn’t a title or destination—it’s a messy, ongoing practice that requires patience, reflection, and the courage to fail forward.
This session is for the students who want to do the work. Together, we’ll unpack leadership myths, talk burnout and boundaries, and explore how to lead with authenticity instead of exhaustion. Expect strategies, some laughs and conversation, some hard truths—and space to breathe.
Because leadership isn’t about being out front. It’s about showing up—honestly, consistently, and as your whole self.
Better Sisterhood = Better Recruitment!
Ready for a hard truth? You can't have a great recruitment without great sisterhood. PERIOD! Those PNMs turn into new members who may realize what you sold them in recruitment isn't the real deal. It's time to focus on getting your sisterhood in check so we can have a better recruitment and the even better retention. We're covering 4 things you can do to create a better sisterhood, better belonging, and a better recruitment!
Recommended small group break out: “Leadership is Overrated” Recruitment Counselor Training.
Fighting Inertia: Building community and creating change.
It’s so easy to just do what you’ve always done. That’s called inertia, and it’s our biggest barrier to building a better community, a better siblinghood, and better experience. Inertia is a law of motion and the measure of how hard it is to get out of our set-in ways. It’s never easy to overcome inertia… AND maybe getting out of inertia is the only way to get the experience you are craving. Maybe you want your organization to be better or maybe you want to create a meaningful community experience but you have no idea where to start. This is where. In this keynote, Bonny gives you tangible ways to fight inertia, build a better community, and create sustainable change. Bring your ideas and get ready to make a plan; it’s time for the real work of creating change to begin.
Stop Sending D*ck Pics!
Men, this one is for you! Maybe you’ve never seen yourself in the conversation to end sexual violence. Maybe you’ve never felt like there was a space for you. That ends now. In this session, we're covering the basics of sexual violence prevention, including direct things you can do today to create change. It's going to be real, somewhat messy, and honest. We have to discuss important topics around healthy relationships, consent, and how you talk about sex... Nothing is off limits. So, let's talk about it!
*This keynote is intended for male identifying audiences and can be tweaked for all-gendered spaces with advance notice.
Curious About Train the Trainer Programming?
We’ve got your back. Bonny Shade Speaks isn’t just talking the talk — we’ve crafted unique, values-driven curriculum for councils, national organizations, and companies to take real action against sexual violence. It's time to step up, educate, and make a difference.
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