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Person of Colour (POC) Someone who does not consider themselves to be white. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Liam Originally from Trinidad and Tobago but based in London, Liam currently works in Diversity and Inclusion for EY. A early champion of LGBT+ inclusivity, he was previously the global co-chair of HyPride , Hyatt 's LGBT+ Employee Resource Group, for several years leading on strategies and campaigns to engage internal and external LGBT+ and ally communities. Ranking fourth in the 2019 Top 50 Outstanding & Yahoo Finance LGBT+ Future Leaders list, he’s also spoken at the House of Commons on the impact of anti-LGBT+ laws across the Commonwealth. Additionally, in 2018 Liam co-founded Checking-IN , an industry network for LGBT+ professionals and allies working in the hospitality industry. Liam Rezende 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/she/they) Ale Ale was born in a small town in Venezuela to Spanish-Venezuelan parents and raised in the Catholic faith–they identify as trans non-binary. With a diverse background that includes work as an electronic engineer, fashion advisor, customer care assistant, and software testing consultant manager, Ale has always been drawn to activism and advocating for marginalized groups. In Venezuela, Ale's activist work included fighting for the inclusion of people with HIV/AIDS in the social security system. Ale also spent a decade training to become a Catholic priest, doing pastoral work with marginalized groups in Venezuela, Italy, the USA, and Belgium. Currently living in the UK, Ale continues to collaborate with LGBTQ+ groups to promote diversity and inclusion both inside and outside of the workplace. In addition to their activism and advocacy work, Ale has also developed strong leadership skills and a passion for workplace allyship. Ale is committed to promoting intersectionality and combatting LGBTQ+ discrimination in all aspects of life. They are also passionate about exploring the intersections of identity and faith and finding ways to create more inclusive spaces for people of all backgrounds. Ale Rebon Portillo 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

Masking Masking in psychology and sociology is the process in which an individual "masks" or camouflages their natural personality or behaviour to conform to social pressures, abuse or harassment. < Back to Glossary

Social Barriers Primarily used to describe the barriers Disabled people face - in education, employment and wider society, including inaccessible environments, prejudice and discrimination, communication barriers and financial barriers. This does not mean to say that those from other marginalised groups cannot face social barriers, for example, if they feel ostracised from groups because of their differences, or because they lack common interests. < Back to Glossary

(he/they) Ki Ki Griffin is a multidisciplinary performer, creative facilitator, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion advocate working across stage, screen, and beyond. With a foundation in acting and comedy, Ki brings authenticity, wit, and emotional depth to every project—whether performing, devising, or collaborating behind the scenes. Their work spans writing, directing, consulting, and facilitating spaces where creativity meets social impact. As a passionate advocate for representation and intersectionality, Ki is committed to reshaping the entertainment industry through storytelling that is bold, diverse, and deeply human. Notable roles include Ripley in Hollyoaks (1995-Present), Jax in Fitting In (2023) and Mouse Harrison in Billie The Kid Musical at The Vaudeville Theatre, London (2024) Ki Griffin 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

Incentive Something that motivates or encourages us to make positive change. < Back to Glossary

Slur Derogatory terms used as insults towards marginalised groups of people. Many slurs have been commonly used in the past but are now seen as socially unacceptable. Communities sometimes "reclaim" slurs by adopting them into their vocabulary and changing their meaning e.g. "Queer" was a popular slur in the past but is now a well-established term for people whose identities fall under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. < Back to Glossary

(he/they) Burak Burak believes that the essence of healing lies in cultivating a sense of safety. As a queer individual, he strives to create spaces that are safe and inclusive. Burak facilitates Queer Sharing Circles under the banner of "Healing Queers" . They also provide private Sound Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Sessions as well as group sound baths and sharing circles. Burak is currently undergoing training in Clinical Sexology and Relationship Therapy in the UK. Burak Bilen 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) Bachul Bachul is a queer Kashmiri-American trans/non-binary leader, passionately dedicated to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. They work as a Director at Warburg Pincus , a global private equity firm. In addition, Bachul sits on the Advisory Board of the Public Rights Project, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to bridging the gap between our laws and the realities of marginalized communities. Bachul's unique perspective allows them to be an advocate for intersectional inclusion in both their personal and professional lives. Bachul is also a dedicated advocate for gender-affirming care and body positivity, using their platform to promote greater understanding and acceptance of diverse gender identities and bodies. They strongly believe in the importance of culture change and workplace allyship to create safe and affirming environments for marginalized individuals. In their free time, Bachul enjoys surfing, swimming, music, and sharing their unfiltered trans/queerness in traditionally cis and heterosexual spaces. Bachul currently resides in San Francisco with their wife, Nicole. Bachul Koul 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

Rainbow The rainbow flag, also known as the pride flag, is a symbol of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ+) pride and LGBTQ+ social movements. The colours reflect the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and the spectrum of human sexuality and gender. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Yeison Yesison is a Colombian and Spanish multidisciplinary artist with a Masters in Contemporary Performative and Technological Art from the University of the Basque Country . He lives in Barcelona where practices Drag Art, Contemporary Dance and independent Theatre. His career is linked to dramaturgy, dance and audiovisuals. He has participated in several collective exhibitions, audiovisual projections and theatrical performances. He has recently been the winner of the 1st Prize at the Sitges Queer Fest with his dance theater piece "Yoko Nofue" . He is interested in identity, bodies, narrative and collective creation. Yeison Forero 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) Sophie Sophie Edwards is a transgender voice feminization coach. Having feminized her own voice after beginning transition in 2018, Sophie developed her own protocol for voice feminization, which she now offers to others. Clients describe Sophie as knowledgeable, calm, patient, and understanding. Having experienced the sting of gender dysphoria herself, Sophie offer simple, practical exercises. A lifelong entrepreneur, Sophie is the co-founder of Cloud Surfing Media, a digital marketing and SEO agency. She is also the creator of We Have Always Existed, a YouTube series that explores the wealth of stories about transgender history in the ancient Mediterranean. Sophie Edwards 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) Suzy Suzy is the founder of Radical Joy, a nourishing practice which supports individuals, groups and workplaces to nurture their wellbeing. As a later-life queer person and cancer survivor, Suzy’s work is rooted in the belief that joy is something we can intentionally cultivate for ourselves. Keen to bring fresh perspective to the wellbeing industry, Suzy’s work prioritises our deep need for sustainable routes out of hustle culture. She has delivered workshops and programmes on topics such as radical rest, queer joy and reframing resilience with the likes of Universal Music, Spotify, Kobo and Nielsen. As a Positive Psychology Practitioner, Suzy also creates loving spaces where people can take the time to explore themselves. As well as her work in wellbeing, Suzy has worked in social equity for almost a decade supported by a Masters in Gender Studies and Sociology. Suzy McCafferty 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/they) Erdem Erdem, originally from Istanbul, Turkey, is a queer activist who has overcome numerous challenges such as constant bullying and discrimination. They hold a degree in Sociology with a thesis on Queer Theory and Fashion. In 2015, Erdem moved to Paris, where they lived for seven years before relocating to Barcelona in 2021. While working a 9 to 5 job, Erdem also performs drag shows at night as Madame Fontaine. Erdem has experience in culture change and is dedicated to creating a more inclusive world for marginalized individuals. They also specialize in trauma-informed care and aim to support individuals who have experienced trauma in their lives. Erdem Onel 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/they) Eliseo Eliseo is a non-binary LGBTQ+ activist who was born in Spain and has spent time in the US and UK. He is dedicated to shattering stereotypes, redefining activism, and involving others in inclusivity and mental health positivity through tackling tough questions and helping people be their best selves. Their unique background, navigating unsupportive environments and discovering their disability, has cultivated infinite patience for challenging topics. Eliseo speaks on Mental Health, Identity, Disability, Neurodiversity and Trauma. Eliseo Pares Jorda 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) Josh Josh is an accomplished podcaster, communications professional, public figure, and LGBTQ community builder, who has dedicated himself to promoting inclusion and diversity. Since 2016, Josh has been actively engaged in community work, with a focus on exploring queer Black cultures, identities and experiences. He is the creator and host of the award-winning Busy Being Black podcast, and serves as the Head of Cultural Partnerships for UK Black Pride . Josh's work extends beyond the podcast, having worked with international LGBTQ human rights charities, including Kaleidoscope Trust and The Commonwealth Equality Network . He has also co-founded Series Q , a network for LGBTQ entrepreneurs, and volunteered for OutRight Action International 's Young People's Engagement Committee. In recognition of his contributions, Josh has been named one of the UK's most influential communications professionals in PRWeek 's 2022 Power Book and is a nominee for the 2023 British LGBT Awards ' Outstanding Contribution to LGBT Life. Josh Rivers 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) Bobbi Bobbi is a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion manager and was the first openly transgender person in bp. As the co-chair of bp Pride’s Transgender Group she has transformed transgender awareness globally within the company. She is the CEO and founder of “Trans in the City” an open corporate collaboration which has brought together over 350 major organisations to collaborate on furthering transgender awareness across the world. Extremely active in all areas of diversity but especially the trans awareness space Bobbi speaks at many events around the world on LGBTQIA+ inclusion in business, trans issues and Diversity and Inclusion in industry. Bobbi Pickard 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

Homophobia The fear, hatred, discomfort with, or mistrust of people who are lesbian, gay, or bisexual. People can also outwardly manifest homophobia towards other people as a result of cultural, social and religious views, or even as a result of internalised shame. Homophobia is the most common form (or well-known) form of harassment and discrimination that people in the LGBTQIA+ community experience. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Ernest Ernest is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC . He is the Editor at Large for Philadelphia Magazine and President of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists . He hosts the hit podcast “Ernestly Speaking!” and is an author of the book “The Case for Cancel Culture” published by St. Martin’s Press , an imprint of Macmillan Publishers . Ernest Owens 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