Tickets on Sale July 8!
Community. Transformation. Impact.
October 15 & October 16, 2025
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
Please join us for two days of industry-defining conversation and connection. Hosted in the heart of Washington, D.C., Forum offers attendees the chance to learn with and from leading executives, practitioners, advocates, academics, foundations, and more.
Speakers
Hear from the premier experts in humanitarian aid and development. Speakers are regularly updated. Check back in soon for updates on new speakers.
Shanna Marzilli
President & CEO,
Plan-USA International
Plan-USA International
Isam Ghanim
President & CEO,
ChildFund International USA
ChildFund International USA
Anjali Singh Code
Chief Growth Officer,
Malala Fund
Malala Fund
Tom Hart
President & CEO,
InterAction
InterAction
Past Forum Speakers
Sponsors
Interested in becoming a Forum 2025 Sponsor? Review our sponsor packages HERE and reach out to Burt Blanchard, Director of Membership & Strategic Partnerships, at [email protected].
Past Sponsors
Conference Location
Convene
Hamilton Square
600 14th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
Hamilton Square
600 14th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
Schedule
Please note, this schedule is subject to change.
If you are an InterAction Member CEO, please visit our Executive Track Page to access CEO-exclusive programming.
If you are an InterAction Member CEO, please visit our Executive Track Page to access CEO-exclusive programming.
DAY 1: OCTOBER 15, 2025
| 8:00 A.M.
Registration & Breakfast
Welcome to Forum! Grab your badge and start the day with some breakfast. All meals are included in the price of your Forum ticket!
| 9:30 A.M.
General Session Opening
Great content is on the way! This session will be available soon.
| 9:45 A.M.
Main Stage Discussion 1
We promise this session is worth the wait. Be the first to know and sign up for updates!
| 10:45 A.M.
Community Connect Break
Take a moment for networking and reflection at this Community Connect break. Then, onto the next session!
| 11:00 A.M.
Expert Clinic Session 1
We promise this session is worth the wait. Be the first to know and sign up for updates!
| 12:00 P.M.
LUNCH
Let's eat! All meals are included in the price of your Forum ticket.
| 1:30 P.M.
Main Stage Discussion 2
We promise this session is worth the wait. Be the first to know and sign up for updates!
| 2:30 P.M.
The Change Collective
The Change Collective is an interactive, mission-centered showcase that provides attendees the chance to explore vision-led companies.
| 4:30 P.M.
Closing Remarks & InterAction Awards
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| 5:00 P.M.
First Day Closing Reception
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DAY 2: OCTOBER 16, 2025
Please note: Schedules are subject to change.
| 8:00 A.M.
Breakfast & Check In
Welcome back for Day 2! Recharge and reconnect at breakfast and get ready for another day of industry-defining conversation.
| 9:30 A.M.
Main Stage Discussion 3
Great content is on the way! This session will be available soon.
| 10:30 A.M.
Community Connect Break
Take a moment for networking and reflection at this Community Connect break. Then, onto the next session!
| 11:00 A.M.
Expert Clinic Session 2
We promise this session is worth the wait. Be the first to know and sign up for updates!
| 12:00 P.M.
LUNCH
Let's eat! All meals on this schedule are included in the price of your Forum ticket.
| 1:30 P.M.
Mainstage Discussion 4
We promise this session is worth the wait. Be the first to know and sign up for updates!
| 2:30 P.M.
Community Connect Break
Take a moment for networking and reflection at this Community Connect break. Then, onto the next session!
| 3:00 P.M.
Expert Clinic Session 3
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| 4:00 P.M.
Closing Remarks
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| 4:30 P.M.
Closing Reception
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What are expert clinics?
Breakout sessions that feature practical, innovation-driven conversations with leading practitioners, executives, and academics. Experts who are working to change the foreign aid landscape for the better.
What is The Change Collective?
The Change Collective is an interactive, mission-centered showcase that provides attendees the chance to explore vision-led companies.
Is your organization interested in having a table at The Change Collective? Contact us for more information.
Is your organization interested in having a table at The Change Collective? Contact us for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will sessions be recorded?
Unfortunately, we are not able to record any of the Forum sessions. However, InterAction will be on site to develop reports on key takeaways, helpful resources, and select quotes. We will share these reports publicly after the panels.
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