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Imposter Syndrome Imposter syndrome is loosely defined as doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishments. Many question whether they're deserving of accolades. This feeling is compounded when someone belongs to a marginalised community. < Back to Glossary

(they/he) Max Max is the Director of Trans& and a content creator. After spending years in partnerships and marketing, Max began sharing his own story of gender transition on social media and as a public speaker, aiming to cut through the misinformation and misunderstandings around Trans and LGBTQ+ people. Today he speaks and consults for organisations all over the world to help them better understand, support and celebrate LGBTQ+ team members and customers. As well as discussing the importance of recognising and supporting the growing number of LGBTQ+ people in the workforce today, Max also covers the real business value of inclusion both internally and externally. As well as LGBTQ+ topics, Max also speaks and consults on neurodiversity, content creation, sobriety and online abuse. Max Siegel Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(they/them) Shiva Shiva is a non-binary filmmaker and performance artist, who is dedicated to telling intersectional, gender-expansive stories with a focus on social justice and universal hope. Their work has garnered critical acclaim, including being a semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent , and receiving the inaugural Netflix Documentary Talent Fund , as well as TogetherTV 's 'Diverse Film Fund' . Their films, such as 'Peach Paradise' , 'Queer Parivaar' , and 'Always, Asifa' center on the narratives of LGBTQIA+ British Asians in ways that challenge stereotypical, mainstream representation. Aside from their successful filmmaking career, Shiva also freelances as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant within the wider creative industries. They have worked with prestigious organizations like BAFTA , BFI , and VIACOM/CBS , to name a few. Shiva is passionate about using their platform to uplift and amplify underrepresented voices in media and storytelling. In addition to their film and consulting work, Shiva is an advocate for several social justice topics. They can speak about anti-racism, LGBTQ+ discrimination, identity, self-empowerment, culture change, community building, and more. Shiva Raichandani Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(they/them) Ambra Ambra is a non-binary, neurodivergent life coach and tarot reader supporting activists and change-makers’ to prioritise their wellbeing. They support organisations in building cultures of collective care through wellbeing workshops, organisational strategies, and person-centred team coaching. They're also a LGBTQ+ rights advocate with over a decade of experience in human rights campaigning and artivism, with a passion for creating and nurturing inclusive, accessible spaces. Ambra is a knowledgeable speaker on topics related to identity, neurodiversity, self-empowerment, and community building. Ambra Venturini Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(she/her) Shimar Shimar, a philosophy graduate from the Philippines, made the pivotal decision to move to Barcelona to further her studies. This move enabled her to fully embrace her identity as a proud transgender woman and live more authentically. With a solid background in HR, Shimar now serves as an HR Business Partner for one of the largest cruise ship companies, where she takes pride in supporting and empowering others. In her free time, she enjoys reading, art, photography, exploring different cuisines, attending events, and socializing. Shimar Guyo Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(ze/zir) Kanndiss Kanndiss is a leader, entrepreneur, and disability rights advocate. As the Founder of NBE FITNESS CIC , ze is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for people living with chronic illness and disabilities. Kanndiss has developed a unique hybrid platform that brings people together for social activities, reducing isolation and preventing preventable health conditions. In addition, ze is a Data Manager and System Operation lead for organizations across the UK, where ze develops systems to improve their accessibility and retention of internal and external clients. Ze is also an expert in the procurement of software and hardware and ensures that systems are kept regulated. Kanndiss is a strong voice for intersectionality and advocates for anti-racism, neurodiversity, body positivity, and culture change. Kanndiss is also an experienced speaker on topics related to mental health, disability, and well-being, sharing zir knowledge and experience to inspire and empower others. Kanndiss Riley Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(he/him) Gatonga Gatonga is a Black, African, gay man originally from Kenya, now based in London. Professionally, he has over 20 years in change management and people transformation, working today in the field of Data Science, insights and analytics as a Programme Manager at Diageo . Gatonga spent much of his life growing up in Nairobi (Kenya) hiding the parts of his identity relating to his sexuality and avoiding the queer community at all costs. Now he wants to play a part in the healing and self-acceptance of the community; helping LGBTQ+ individuals live better, more elevated and quality lives through self-love, self-knowledge, and self-care. He is a leader in his company’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group dubbed Rainbow Network, as well as a founding member of the Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage employee resource group that focusses on racial equity and celebration of all cultures. Gatonga Theuri Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(she/her) Temi Temi is an Events and Project Coordinator at We Create Space . She is an events professional and has been working in different industries over the past 10 years. She also has a passion for TV/Film as a critic and content creator. Working with WCS allows Temi to support a company that aligns with her values and speaks out for marginalised communities. Temi Ayorinde Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

Power We all hold certain types of power over others based on our privileges and achievements. It's important that we consider the power we hold and think critically about the ways we are using it. You can harness your power to uplift others. See: Privilege and Allyship. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Dr Jack Jack is a renowned social justice scholar and public speaker, whose expertise in personhood, identity and conflict resolution is highly regarded. Jack has an impressive track record of spearheading organizational change-making projects for over a decade across public and private sectors. He is an academic expert for the health strategy board for Trans Actual UK and a trustee for Not A Phase a trans-led, grassroots charity committed to uplifting and improving the lives of trans+ adults. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Jack can speak on a range of topics, including LGBTQ+ history and discrimination, HIV, intersectionality, workplace allyship, culture change, community building, parenting, sexual health, recruitment, language and terminology. Jack López Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(they/them) David David is a queer, neurodivergent, PTSD survivor free spirit who was born in India and loves to challenge conservative traditonalism. They are passionate about mental health advocacy and LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Through sharing their story, getting involved in ERG groups and reframing company policies they hope to create a more inclusive, equitable and diverse environment. David is available to speak on topics including Anti-Racism, Leadership, Workplace Allyship, Intersectionality, LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Identity, Neurodiversity, Body Positivity, Self-empowerment, Trauma and Sexual Health. David Nath Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

Racism Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism by an individual, community, or institution against a person or group based on their racial or ethnic group. See: Prejudice, Discrimination and Injustice. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Zacha Zacha is a Somatic Movement Therapist and Tamalpa Life/Art Process® Practitioner. In search of respite from years of debilitating chronic pain and body dysphoria, Zacha discovered Somatic Movement Therapy to learn more about his body and answer questions doctors and mental health providers could not provide. Profoundly impacted by his professional somatic training and personal healing process, Zacha compiles ten years of somatic research in his teachings to inquire more into where our words do not touch. He facilitates classes and holds one-to-one coaching sessions online that focus on developing body-based self-care routines for LGBTQ+ people. Zacha Belok Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(he/him) Pavlo Pavlo is a gay man from Ukraine who trained in finance but now supports sustainable growth in people and teams by empowering their curiosity and vulnerability through story telling. He is a facilitator, systemic coach, and an enthusiast of vulnerability, curiosity and connection. He is on the Board of Trustees for LGBT Consortium. Pavlo Cherednychenko Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

(she/her) Aisha Aisha is a social entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ activist, recognized as one of the 'Top 100 LGBTQ+ Trailblazers' changing the world. She is the founder of Moonlight Experiences, an award-winning company dedicated to the celebration of diverse queer culture and travel by harnessing the economic power of tourism and nightlife. The organisation is decolonizing travel and addressing the lack of visibility and services for queer women, non-binary, and Black/POC members. Aisha also runs The Common Press—an intersectional queer bookshop cafe and events space in East London. Aisha’s activism and community contributions also extend to her role as Head of Community Engagement for UK Black Pride and as a Trustee for GiveOut. Aisha Shaibu-Lenoir Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

Minority A minority group, by its original definition, refers to a group of people whose practices, race, religion, ethnicity, or other characteristics are fewer in numbers than the dominant group. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Ryan Ryan is a Cultural Producer and Public Personality. His beliefs of raising awareness and visibility by creating Culture, Championing Creativity, and causing opportunity have made him a natural leader and an active Public Figure in the LGBTQIA community. He is regularly an ambassador for brands hosting talks, curating events and exhibitions as well as his monthly radio show amplifying the voices in the South Asian LGBTQIA+ community. In 2016 Lanji created HUNGAMA (East London’s Queer Bollywood Hip/Hop night) and with it has captured the worlds attention championing Queer/Creative South Asians. Ryan is the winning Champion of Netflix's ' The Big Flower Fight ' released in 2020 and hosted the BBC THREE series ' The Big Proud Party Agency ' in 2022. Ryan Lanji Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. 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

Social Media Social media can be an important tool for connection, information sharing and for finding community. Social media has allowed queer people who live all over the world to find a common space to access community. However, social media can also expose queer people to abuse and harassment, facilitated by how easy it is for perpetrators to remain anonymous. See: Dox and Dogpile. < Back to Glossary

White Fragility Used to describe the privilege that accrues to white people living in a society that protects and insulates them from race-based stress. It can be argued this builds an expectation of always feeling comfortable and safe, which in turn lowers the ability to tolerate racial stress and triggers a range of defensive reactions. < Back to Glossary

Style Personal style is a tool for self expression, experimentation and play. While fashion follows trends, style should reflect your personality, values and outlook and evolve with you slowly over time. It's self-knowledge and self-confidence expressed through what you choose to wear. < Back to Glossary