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she/her Asha Asha is a public speaker, writer and founder of Indigo Inclusion an anti-racist diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consultancy. They combine strategic thinking, intersectional expertise and a human-based approach to create sustainable change within workplaces so that employees and businesses can thrive and grow. Asha is also a committee member for the London Bisexual Network and volunteer for Outvertising . She loves to speak about the intersections between queer and South Asian culture, mental health and all things DEI. Asha Harkness Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Gayathiri Gayathiri is a Tamil, disabled poet and organiser. As a child of refugees, they're interested in how language shapes belonging and how we might use it to queer the future. Gayathiri has spoken on decolonising literature, queerness, access and sex education for Bloody Good Period, Audible, Sex Money Power with Sara Pascoe and UK Black Pride. Gayathiri runs the poetry workshops WORD-BENDERS at The Common Press and Queer Poetry Sauna at Hackney Sauna Baths. They’re a co-author of Sex Ed: An Inclusive Teenage Guide to Sex and Relationships. Their debut novel in verse is forthcoming with Faber. Gayathiri Kamalakanthan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Alex Alex is a writer, facilitator and campaigner focused on LGBT+ rights, anti-racism and mental health. His work on issues such as sexual racism, LGBT+ mental health inequality, and global LGBT+ human rights has been featured in The Guardian , BBC , MTV , The Independent , Huffington Post and more. He previously worked for the Kaleidoscope Trust, where he supported LGBT+ activists across the world to campaign to decriminalise homosexuality. He has also worked with LinkedIn as part of their LinkedIn Changemakers campaign, which connects businesses to activists to encourage change in the world of work. He now works as an inclusion consultant and public speaker for businesses and NGOs, with a focus on intersectional inclusion. Alex Leon Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Ed Ed's experiences facing homelessness as a teenager, navigating life as a gay man and recovering from a lifelong mental health condition have ignited a drive in him to rebalance leadership, in particular, who and how they lead us. With 15 years across diverse sectors, he champions a fresh, inclusive approach. His mission is to cultivate spaces where diverse voices shape healthier, innovative organisations, pushing boundaries for a brighter, more inclusive future. He brings together mind-body practices through his role as a qualified yoga teacher and massage therapist, self-inquiry through coaching and powerful techniques to help groups make better decisions. He was previously the CEO of a national charity. Ed Moss Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Neil Neil is We Create Space's Events Manager based in London. With over 18 years experience in the events industry, Neil has a real passion for bringing audiences together. An experienced emcee & public speaker, Neil prides himself on his warm confidence and authenticity that lets attendees know that they're in extremely capable hands! Neil has delivered and hosted events, as well as spoken and written about, a broad range of hard-hitting & sensitive topics including violence against women & girls, male allyship, racism, sustainability, LGTBQ+ inclusion, menopause and sobriety. In 2022, he co-launched London’s newest alcohol and drug-free clubbing event called The House of Happiness, a queer led & delivered venture, to help address the lack of LGBTQ+ sober spaces. Neil Hudson-Basing Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Erica Erica is a Registered Nurse and a public and global health expert. Professionally, Erica works as a Nurse Consultant in Nursing & Health Policy for an international organisation & focuses on gender equality, climate change, health workforce & youth. She also works at Canada’s first and only HIV hospital, providing care to people living with and at risk of HIV, that meets them where they are in their individual journeys of physical and mental health and wellness. Erica is passionate about empowering people and communities. Erica likes to listen to and learn from others and is fascinated by the complexities & diversity of the human experience. Growing up in a queer household and as a queer woman herself, Erica’s personal mission is to advocate for and promote LGBTQIA2+ visibility & inclusivity in both her personal and professional life. SHAKE THINGS UP! Erica Burton Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Andrew Andrew is a queer script writer, facilitator, and informal educator who has honed his craft by facilitating Street Theatre in Northern Peru. With over 20 years of experience in executive and leadership positions in corporate, non-profit, health, and education sectors, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his work. Andrew's expertise lies in helping individuals, organizations, and teams to discover and reshape their stories, blending organizational leadership development with the tools of scriptwriting and dramaturgy. He draws from his own lived experiences to create a unique and transformational experience that unlocks the exceptional potential of individuals, teams, and organizations. He is a dynamic speaker and can speak on a range of topics including leadership, trauma, well-being, faith, community building, and culture change. Andrew Seedall Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Aditya Aditya (Adi) is an experienced Marketing Strategy Director and proud immigrant, currently based in south London. As a South Asian Queer person, he has found strength in his cultural heritage and is passionate about advocating for intersectional identities. Adi is also a talented Hindi/Urdu poet and lives with his loving English partner. He has a personal connection to mental health, as he lives with complex-PTSD, and is committed to promoting well-being and self-empowerment. Adi is a strong advocate for anti-racism, workplace allyship, and trauma-informed care. He is also an expert in leadership and faith-based activism, and actively supports Queer POC in their careers. Adi Sinha Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Anick Anick is a multidisciplinary Creative Consultant, Writer, and Researcher. Anick has a strong focus on human rights, he combines his extensive expertise with a deep passion for creating captivating content. He is the co-founder of intersex-led charity InterconnectedUK, and he actively works towards positive change for those living with uncommon variations in their sex development. Anick is dedicated to celebrating diversity, sparking the imagination, and fostering greater understanding through storytelling. With a degree in Law, and further studies in Social Work, Childhood, Children's Rights, and Psychology, Anick also has an extensive background encompassing media, education, and nonprofits. Anick Soni Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) 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... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Scott Scott is an accomplished diversity and inclusion leader who has been recognized as a Top 10 Diversity Hero at the British LGBT+ Awards . He has also been featured in Vogue and Attitude Magazine , and Highly Commended on the IPA iList for his inspirational inclusivity leadership. As dentsu 's Sustainability Strategy lead for the UK&I, Scott is committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace. He co-founded the Wellbeing Committee and serves on the Steering Committee of dentsu's LGBTQ+ Network, Social Mobility Network, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council. Scott is also an advocate for neurodiversity and is passionate about intersectionality, psychological safety, and community building. He created Mindfulness Mondays, serves as a Board member of the IPA's Talent Council, and is an Ambassador for the Wellbeing Charity NABS . Scott is well-versed in language and terminology related to diversity and inclusion and can speak on topics such as culture change, trauma, addiction, mental health, and body positivity. Scott Sallée Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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 an LGBTQ+ activist and founder of Moonlight Experiences , a social enterprise that connects queer travellers with trusted locals, so that they can explore a new location more authentically and as themselves. Aisha is also Volunteer Manager at UK Black Pride , and a community event organizer who helps amplify marginalized voices and harnesses the economic power of LGBTQ+ tourism to support queer safe spaces. Aisha Shaibu Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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/he) Jua Jua is a transmasc illustrator, graphic designer, creative practitioner and researcher from Northern Ireland. Their current research is centred on creating new narrative frameworks to explore transgender experiences through intuitive art making. Jua’s illustrations navigate the intersections of queer identity, technology, relationships, spirituality and religion. As a Content Creator at We Create Space , Jua creates graphic, video and written content and coordinates social media output. Jua O'Kane Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Sanjay Sanjay originally trained in Paediatrics in Delhi. He went on to command two Air Force Hospitals, and coordinate National and International Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief operations. He’s now the first Consultant Administration of the Armed Forces Medical Services, India. Sanjay is also the proud parent of a Transgender woman and member of “Sweekar: The Rainbow Parents” , a parent support group for LGBTQAI+ persons in India where he runs a gender friendly holistic healthcare clinic. Among his many positions and achievements, he is the CEO of "Association for Transgender Health in India (ATHI)" and on the advisory committee of the Transgender Empowerment Board of Delhi. His important work has contributed towards formulating the ‘Transgender Persons Protection of Rights Act 2019 and Rules 2020’. He also conducted the first international conference on Transgender Healthcare in India “IPATHCON2019” , in association with Jamia Hamdard University , and was responsible for releasing the first Indian Standards of Care for Transgender Healthcare - ISOC1. Passionate about creating avenues for training and research, bringing benefits of scientific advances to help provide care to the community, he is currently working with the MoHFW to set up of a “Centre of Excellence in Transgender Health” at AIIMS , New Delhi. Sanjay Sharma Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Sanjukta Sanjukta, pronounced Sun-yook-tha, is a monitoring and evaluation consultant from South India. She runs The SMC Group, which works with the nonprofit and private sectors. She specialises in participatory, decolonised, intersectional, and inclusive approaches. Sanjukta is passionate about centring values in our work, and supporting organisations demonstrate their impact in meaningful ways. She has a background in activism, journalism, and ethical fashion. Sanjukta Moorthy Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Louise Lou is the co-CEO of Pride Outside CIC, an award winning social enterprise founded with her partner Ellis. Pride Outside’s mission is to create a world where all LGBTQ+ people are safe and well and they do this through their Learning and Wellbeing programmes. Pride Outside works with organisations internationally to provide specialist LGBTQ+ Inclusion training and consultancy and use their profits to fund their wellbeing programme, which has now helped over 2,000 LGBTQ+ people in Scotland. Lou is passionate about the power of community and nature for collective healing, after her own mental health recovery journey. Louise Beardsmore Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Luca As a father of twins and a seasoned global leader, Luca possesses a proven track record of managing complex programs and stakeholders with diplomatic finesse. He has a data-driven approach to team management, and his inspirational leadership style empowers teams to achieve their goals. Currently, as the Global LGBTQ+ Program Lead at ABB , Luca partners with the Head of DEI to drive the organization's journey towards LGBTQ+ inclusion. Luca's journey involves raising awareness, reviewing policies, and building a sustainable framework. He also implements reverse mentoring programs and LGBTQ+ leadership enhancement education pathways. Luca has successfully established and scaled up employee resource groups (ERGs) to 900 members in a year, covering regions such as the US, Latin America, Europe, and Poland. In the first company pride, Luca mobilized 2.5K people internally, followed by 3.5K in the second year. With his extensive experience in setting up global programs, Luca is a change agent in shifting company culture. Luca can also speak on topics such as recruitment, workplace allyship, self-empowerment, community building, and parenting. Luca Condosta Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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/she) Hannah Hannah is a Queer, Disabled, Colombian-Pakistani Art Director, graphic designer, illustrator, and writer, born and raised in the United Arab Emirates. They are currently based in Barcelona, after a 5 year stay in New York City where they pursued a BFA in Illustration and a BA in Cultural & Media Studies, focusing on understanding and exploring how Gender, Racial Identity, and Disability are socially constructed. Combining their theoretical interests with their art and design practice, the majority of Hannah’s visual and written work touches on sociopolitical themes, specifically chronic illness and disability, cultural and gender identity, and the bodymind, through their lived and learnt experiences. Hannah uses their social media platforms to disseminate information on Disability Justice movements and their intersections with Queer Liberation and Decolonial movements. Hannah Nishat Botero Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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) Olivia Olivia is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 5 years of experience in the Fashion and Media industries. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to people, talent, learning and development, employee engagement, and Diversity & Inclusion. Olivia's expertise and passion have led her to specialise in the latter, helping organisations to create more inclusive workplaces. Recently, Olivia joined the Financial Times as a D&I Advisor, bringing her experience and insights to the team. Prior to that, she has worked at Farfetch and Condé Nast , where she led the Global LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group. Olivia's journey has been shaped by her own experiences, having left Italy in 2013 to move to the UK, where she could finally transition. As a proud trans woman, she is a powerful advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion and awareness in the workplace. Olivia Esposito Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Post not marked as liked Our Top 10 Transgender Training Programmes. Post not marked as liked Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Post not marked as liked 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