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All our trainings, events and experiences are delivered by our global We Create Space Leadership Collective of mentors, facilitators, coaches and professional speakers. Our Collective. Team TOGETHER, WE INSPIRE CHANGE We're a global collective of 300+ community leaders and change-makers ; made up of trained DEI specialists, therapists, certified coaches, consultants, mental health professionals, activists, senior execs, legal experts, community builders, and corporate change-makers. Each have a unique talent and powerful story to tell. The rich diversity of our collective aims to represent the plethora of intersecting identities across the Queer community, allowing us to speak with authority into a wide range of topics and experiences . Check out our WCS 2025 Cultural Calendar for some inspiration as to how we could support you in the coming year. Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Meet the Team Adam Lanfear Adi Sinha Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Aisha Shaibu-Lenoir Aitch Farley Ajay Pabial Alberto Antón Benítez Ale Rebon Portillo Alex D'Sa Alex Dominguez Alex Howell Alex Leon Ali Hendry Allan Kartodikromo Amanda Walker Ambra Venturini Andre Johnsen Andrea Barberà Andrea Cortes Andrea Di Giovanni Andrew Chen Andrew Seedall Anick Soni Anthoniy Hristov Ariadne Ribeiro Ferreira Asha Harkness Ashley Marshall Ashtar Alahmad Audrey Mari Avi Ajwani Awo Dufie Bachul Koul Barbara Platier Barry Brandon Bekky Harrison Ben Pechey Betsy Reed Bex Wade Bobbi Pickard Brandi Andrews Brian McComak Burak Bilen CK Cairo Nevitt Calvin Stovell Carlos Idibouo Caroline Gansdorfer Char Bailey Char Erskine Charlie Craggs Chloe Cousins Chloe Filani Chloë Davies Chris Sheridan Christopher Kenna Christopher McDonnell Christopher Owen Cindy Nasenya Cindy Nehme Coco Coda Nicolaeff Cynthia Fortlage Cécile Deprez Damiana Ventura Dan Glass Daniel Pillai Darren Pritchard David Kam David McLaughlan David Nath Debra Griffith Dee Jas Dee Whitnell Denny Tu Devin O'Loughlin Devin Ozbagci Diego Lazaro Don Dominic Doug Graffeo Drew Demetry Dylan Shimmon Ed Jervis Ed Moss Eduardo Gutierrez Eliseo Pares Jorda Elle Bower Johnston Elliot Theodor Emilia Astrom Emily Horton Emma Underwood Erdem Onel Erica Burton Erica Rose Ernest Owens Ese-Mena Uyovbukerhi Esteban Zamora Eva Echo Fabian Domenech Felix Mufti-Wright Freddie Lewis Gatonga Theuri Gayathiri Kamalakanthan Geffrye Parsons Gonzalo Parra Guilherme Neves Gurchaten Sandhu Gus Bussmann-Stuart Hadi Moussally Hannah Nishat Botero Hishaam Siddiqi Hunter McCance Iesha Palmer Ilā Kamalagharan Izazkun Pinson JD Valladares-Williams Jack López Jacqui Rhule-Dagher Jade Fraser Jae Sloan Jamie Lowe Jani Toivola Jano San Jaron Soh Jasmine Khan Jason Kwan Jen Keawphaisan Jennifer Polzin Jess Brough Jim Fielding Jo Krishnakumar Joela-Abiona Rivera Jolinda Johnson Jon-Paul Vicari Jonny Benjamin Jono Cruz Jono Selvadurai Josephine Hughes Josh Rivers Joshua Cruz Jossy Jaycoff Angulo José Luis Espinosa Sales Jourdan Hussein Jua O'Kane Jude Guaitamacchi Judith Solanas Sánchez Kali Sudhra Kanndiss Riley Kari Serrano Karim El Oteify Kathryn Lum Katya Veleva Kayus Fernander Keri Blue Kevin Hawkins Khatoun Abdmasih Ki Griffin Kim Wunner Kirill Slobodianiuk Kodo Nishimura Kosta Karakashyan Lazarus Lynch Lee Mabey Lee Schoenmaker Liam Rezende Lias Mauersberger Lily Zheng Lisa Cowling Lisa Marie Hall Loane Alonzeau Logal Kako Lolo Noble Lotus Smits Louise Beardsmore Luca Condosta Luca Magagni Lucia Blayke Lucifer Benedetti Luke Christian Luke Lopez Luke Manton Luke Thomas MK Getler-Porizkova Magda Stega Mahmoud Assy Manjinder Sidhu Manuel Schlothauer Marc Thompson Mariana Spada Marie-Helene Tyack Mark Travis Rivera Marley Conte Marthe Koster-Thomas Marty Davies Max Marchewicz Max Siegel Mayra Pastor Valdivia Mercedes Jenkins Michael Stephens Mike Rahilly Mitchell Davis Mufseen Miah Mus Alsaeid Nadu Placca Rodriguez Nancy Di Dia Natasha Getler-Porizkova Nats Sisma Neil Hudson-Basing Nick Kientsch Nicole Simpson Nour Jarrouj Nourhan Sandouk Obella Obbo Ora Özer Paff Evara Paul Taylor-Pitt Paula Harrowing Paula Soli Pavlo Cherednychenko Phil Sanger Piotr Ciepiel Polo Lonergan Pritham Bhatia Prudence Dippah-Dina Rachel Padilla Radam Ridwan Raga D’Silva Rahim EL Habachi Rakshet Sachdev Raven Nielsen Reeta Loi Rico Jacob Chace River Coello River Solace Robert Suttle Roxy Murray Ruby Rare Ryan Lanji Ryan Zaman Saba Ali Sabah Choudrey Safir Boukhalfa Sakeema Peng Crook Sanjay Sharma Sanjukta Moorthy Santi Sorrenti Santo Tripodi Sara Alvarez Sara Táboas Sarah Massey Saski Saul James Scott Sallée Sebastián Dalla Ba Sergi Alberola Sevi Koppe Sharon Ehrlich Shawn Aaron Shimar Guyo Shiva Raichandani Simi Wang Somar Ibrahim Sophia Emmerich Sophie Strachan Stef Tudorascu Steph Matthews Stephen Hart Stewart O'Callaghan Sunni Patel Suresh Ramdas Suzy McCafferty Tadhg Mac Mahon Tanvir Ali Taofique Folarin Tash Koster-Thomas Tashan Nicholas Tatum Karmen Swithenbank Taylor Lianne Chandler Taz Rasul Temi Ayorinde Teodor Cesljarov Teresa Lee Thea Bardot Thokozani Mbwana Tolu Osinubi Trish Boston Ty Jernstedt Uz Afzal Valentín Aseyo Vaneet Mehta Vijay Chohan Xesca Alabart Lopez Yasmin Benoit Yassine Senghor Yeison Forero Yujx Smith Zach Ames Zacha Belok Zee Monteiro WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM? 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(he/him) Mark Mark is an award-winning creative entrepreneur , writer, dancer, choreographer and speaker as well as the CEO and Founder of The Professional Storyteller, where he embraces the power of story to create a more inclusive world. As an independent disabled choreographer, Mark is determined to build a bridge between the main dance field and disability dance. As a speaker, he has addressed audiences at various institutions of higher learning, including Harvard, MIT, Rutgers, and NYU. As a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant and facilitator, he has spoken to corporate audiences virtually in the UK, Canada, Mexico, Latin America, Israel, China, and India, just to name a few. Photo courtesy of Daniel D. Edwards | Clear Pathworks, LLC. Mark Travis Rivera Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... UNLOCK: The Queer Leadership Podcast | Episode Two Community Building 101 | Wellbeing with Voda: The LGBTQIA+ Mental Health App. Half-Day Queer Retreat 08.03.25 Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

Join upcoming Queer Retreats in Barcelona by WE CREATE SPACE, a global LGBTQ+ community network and learning platform. BARCELONA Queer Retreats Join a Retreats Transform your Leadership & Wellbeing with an LGBTQ+ Retreat. Each of our retreats are designed to be a transformative experience for LGBTQ+ business professionals and Queer Leaders looking to recharge, reconnect and realign their innovative leadership approach. Allyship Programmes Our Approach Guided by experts, and supported by a like-minded community, enjoy movement classes and creative workshops , mindful networking and mini-adventures - each activity, interaction and experience offering you new tools for self-care, queer leadership and personal growth. Why JOIN A Retreat? ✓ Step away from daily pressures and routines and find clarity . ✓ Connect with visionary LGBTQ+ professionals who share your journey. ✓ Join a strong, supportive global queer community network. ✓ Tools to grow and develop sustainably to prevent burnout. ✓ Expand your impact while maintaining balance and well-being. Book a Retreat Allyship Programmes Our VENUE Nestled in the stunning Catalan countryside and surrounded by majestic vineyards and mountains , this charming 16th Century Masía is a relaxing escape just 50 minutes away from the vibrant city of Barcelona . Its serene environment, modern comforts, and beautiful natural backdrops provide the perfect retreat setting. Our TEAM & Guest facilitators VERONIQUE CHARLOTTE (she/her) Michael Stephens (he/they) JANO SANI (he/him) Ora Özer (any) TASH KOSTER-THOMAS (she/her) MARTHE KOSTER-THOMAS (she/her) DR PAUL TAYLOR-PITT (he/him) DAVID KAM (he/him) BETSY REED (she/they) Upcoming Retreats Book a Retreat 4 Day Queer Retreat | Reclaiming Joy Fri, 09 May Barcelona Show details Find out more 7 Day Queer Retreat | Dreams In Motion Fri, 23 May Barcelona, Spain Show details Find out more 4 Day Queer Retreat | Radical Self-Love Fri, 06 Jun Barcelona, Spain Show details Find out more Load More Allyship Programmes WHAT'S INCLUDED? - Daily yoga, movement & meditation - Nature and forest hikes - Group workshops and activities - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner - Time to rest and relax (pool & sauna) - On-site support from our team - Pick up and drop off from BCN to venue Price pp: From €950 Testimonials The retreat was inspiring and empowering . The focus on self-discovery meant I left with a deeper understanding of my personal motivations and how to be my authentic self . I would totally recommend it to any members of the LGBT+ community who want space to reflect about their future. - Jon B - From the initial introductory emails to the post-retreat check-in, intentional care was taken to both inform and hold us as participants, way beyond my expectations . The structure of the retreat seemed very well thought through, yet always gave the impression that it was an open and spacious process . I would thoroughly recommend this retreat. - Bex W - A taste of queer utopia! The Queer Leadership Retreat was so well organized and supported, and all of the programming (and space between programming) was thoughtfully planned. I left feeling more connected, rested and somehow also energized, and ready to take what I learned into my work and life. If you're considering joining a session or retreat with We Create Space– do it! - Joshua L - Read more reviews Book a Retreat WHO ARE WE? POWERED BY WE CREATE SPACE is a queer-led organisation driving social change by educating society on the topics of LGBTQ+ Inclusion, Leadership and Wellbeing since 2020 - providing tools, resources and knowledge to a international community through a global network of change-agents. UNLOCK is our community-led learning platform and network supporting Queer Leaders in business, and in life. We create spaces for individuals to learn, grow and connect - unlocking their innate potential. 180+ corporate partners 35k+ community members 300+ speakers and experts FAQs Who is this retreat for? This retreat is ideal for LGBTQ+ community members who are ready for an immersive experience in personal growth, wellbeing and community connection. What if I need to cancel? Full Refund: Available for cancellations made at least 90 days prior to the retreat start date. Partial Refund: A 50% refund is provided for cancellations made at least 45 days before the retreat. No Refund: Cancellations made within 45 days of the retreat start date are non-refundable. Do I need any prior experience to come to a retreat? No, there is no prior experience needed to participate in our retreats. How do I get to the retreat venue? We'll pick you up in Barcelona city, or if you drive we’ll let you know how to get there. Will I be sharing my room with someone? Unless you book a private single occupancy room, yes. You’ll be sharing with other participants. But bedrooms are big, comfortable, and each has a private bathroom! Can I choose who I share my room with? If you choose a private 'twin' or 'double' room you can book for yourself and either your partner or friend. If you choose a shared 'dorm' or 'twin' you'll be allocated a room with another guest. If you'd prefer to share with someone of a specific gender we will do our best to accommodate to make things as comfortable as possible. Will there be alcohol? We might share a glass of natural wine during dinner, but rather than this do not expect alcohol to be around. Do you offer any subsidies? We want to make our retreats accessible to people who feel a strong call to do the process, and whose financial situation currently prevents them from paying full price. Each request for financial assistance is assessed in terms of the specific need and availability. If this applies to you, please reach out to us at hello@createspaceretreats, and we will gladly explore the options available. How is the payment processed? To secure your spot, a 50% deposit of the total amount is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due at least one month before the retreat begins. ANY OTHER QUESTIONS? For any more information or enquiries please don’t hesitate to get in touch. 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Another edition in our series of stories about Queer migration and the unexpected journeys we follow in search of ourselves, and community. Queer Journeys is a series where we sit down with queer individuals from around the world to explore identity, resilience, and the path to self-acceptance. Each story reveals the personal triumphs and challenges that shape the pursuit of living authentically. In this episode, we meet Nico, a communications specialist from Colombia who now calls Barcelona home. Nico’s journey is one of courage, transformation, and a deep commitment to visibility, both in their personal life and within the corporate world. Through love, self-reflection, and a passion for connection, Nico reminds us that authenticity is not just personal—it’s powerful. While you're here... Did you know we consult with Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . We also organise FREE community events throughout the year! We offer a variety of ways to get involved - both online and in person. This is a great way to network and learn more about others' experiences, through in-depth discussion on an array of topics. You can find out what events we have coming up here . New ones are added all the time, so make sure you sign up to our newsletters  so you can stay up to date!

Letícia Ange Pozza and Khatoun Abdmasih discuss Queer innovation and leadership. In this episode of UNLOCK: The Queer Leadership Podcast, we welcome Leticia and Khatoun—two incredible queer leaders who open up about finding their voice, challenging systems that silence us, and building spaces where everyone belongs. “If we don’t have women, if we don’t have queer people, if we don’t have Black people, and a diverse table—we’re still going to be tailoring products, services, and systems that only serve a few… and not everyone.” This episode is about more than identity—it’s about impact. It’s about turning pain into purpose, and visibility into transformation. You’ll hear stories of: 💡 In this episode: Being outed at work and finding healing through community Breaking free from inherited frameworks to live your truth Using innovation to center the voices of the most underrepresented Leading even when it’s uncomfortable, because it matters 📌 Stay connected: Follow us on Instagram: @unlockworld.co Explore more: www.unlockworld.co While you're here... Did you know we consult with Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . We also organise FREE community events throughout the year! We offer a variety of ways to get involved - both online and in person. This is a great way to network and learn more about others' experiences, through in-depth discussion on an array of topics. You can find out what events we have coming up here . New ones are added all the time, so make sure you sign up to our newsletter  so you can stay up to date!

Michael Stephens and Jaron Soh explore key factors for fostering wellbeing when community building. At We Create Space, we see the transformative power of community every single day. When it comes to championing inclusion & creating space in which everyone can thrive, we believe community-building isn’t just a solution. It’s the foundation. We were thrilled to invite Voda: The LGBTQIA+ Mental Health App to join us for the second edition of Community Building 101. Hosted by WCS CEO Michael Stephens in conversation with Jaron Soh , this instalment focused on the key pillar of ‘Wellbeing’ as a fundamental factor in creating impactful & sustainable communities that provide both a sense of belonging & purpose.  Our previous session focused on Inclusion, with perspectives from the team behind Trans+ History Week . The objective of Community Building 101 is to provide actionable strategies & tools to promote effective change, collective learning, workplace culture & shared values. It also serves as a talking point for how grassroots principles can be applied in corporate settings and vice versa. We asked our speakers to share their main takeaways from the event: Michael Stephens Self-Care is Community Care Consistency is Key Inclusive Resources are Intersectional Jaron Soh Self-Care is Resistance Find Joy in Communal Care Work to Change Systems (So You Don’t Have to Keep Healing) If you would like to discuss booking one of these speakers for your own session, please get in touch with us via email at hello@wecreatespace.co While you're here... Did you know we consult with Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . We also organise FREE community events throughout the year! We offer a variety of ways to get involved - both online and in person. This is a great way to network and learn more about others' experiences, through in-depth discussion on an array of topics. You can find out what events we have coming up here . New ones are added all the time, so make sure you sign up to our newsletter  so you can stay up to date!