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(she/her) Sophie Sophie has been an advocate for women and HIV for almost 2 decades ensuring gender visibillty and health equity in the HIV response and that women's sexual reproductive health and rights are achieved. She has provided policy advice to public health organisations, NHS England , NICE, NGOs and academics, WHO and UN Women advocating both nationally and internationally.Sophie’s work includes advocacy on PrEP knowledge and equity in access for all women, and is the current co chair on the London PrEP Equity working group. She is CEO of the Sophia Forum whichexists to empower all women living with HIV to reach their full potential, and to ensure their voices are heard and their needs prioritised within the health sector and wider society. Sophie Strachan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Kali Kali is an activist, sex worker, performer and educator born in Tkaronto, unceded Indigenous territory in the settler-colonial state of Canada. They are dedicated to dismantling structures of white supremacy within feminism, and directly challenges gatekeeping of feminist spaces. The main focus of her work is exploring and presenting dissident sexuality, directly confronting white-ableist-cis-heteronormativity by using porn and various forms of sex work as a medium. Kali Sudhra Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Aaron A consultant and creative specialised in access and inclusion, Dr Aaron Gabriel draws upon their research into marginalisation and years of work in the DEI sector to propose innovative solutions that foster equal access and engagement. A bilingual designer and educator with degrees from the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, and the Ecole Normale Superieure in Lyon, they collaborate with diverse organisations including UN agencies, NHS trusts, international research teams and NGOs to create and deliver fully accessible, multi-lingual products and services to promote access and inclusion around the world. Aaron Gabriel Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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. A child of war 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, access and sex education for Bloody Good Period, Audible, Sex Money Power with Sara Pascoe, Bi Pride UK and UK Black Pride. Gayathiri runs the poetry workshops ‘WORD-BENDERS’ and ‘Queer Poetry Sauna’ at Hackney Baths. They’re a co-author of Sex Ed: An Inclusive Teenage Guide to Sex and Relationships. Gayathiri won the Disabled Poets Prize 2024 and their debut novel-in-verse is forthcoming with Faber. Gayathiri Kamalakanthan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Santi Santi is a trailblazing DIY fashion activist, LGBTQ+ grassroots organiser, and artist with a focus on promoting style accessibility. As the Founder and Director of G(end)er Swap , the UK's first clothing outreach organisation for Trans and GNC individuals, Santi is dedicated to creating an inclusive space for everyone. They design and deliver style workshops and digital resources for the LGBTQ+ community while also offering inclusivity consultancy to social enterprise owners. Santi's work has been featured in various publications, including BRICKS Magazine , Open Democracy , and Hunger Magazine . In recognition of their efforts, G(end)er Swap was shortlisted for the National Diversity Awards in 2021. Aside from their activism, Santi is also passionate about well-being and self-empowerment. They believe that building a supportive community is crucial for people to thrive, and they have worked tirelessly to create a space where everyone feels welcome and affirmed. Additionally, Santi is committed to sustainable and gender-affirming fashion, making them an excellent speaker on the topic of style accessibility. Santi Sorrenti Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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/they) Coco Coco is a black, queer, non-binary, multi-disciplinary creative artist, known for their creative writing, poetry, speaking and hosting engagements, and modeling work. They are also a proud cool mom and wife, and someone who has firsthand experience navigating life with ADHD. Coco is passionate about mental health activism and advocating for positive change within their communities. They curate creative writing workshops that explore and engage in mental health and well-being, and they speak on panels, host workshops, and tour to represent those who are underrepresented and marginalized. Coco is committed to breaking down negative stigmas and stereotypes, and providing a safe space for people from all over the world to connect, share their experiences, and feel understood and accepted. They believe in the power of creative expression to inspire change and foster community building. In addition to the topics mentioned earlier, Coco is also able to speak about self-empowerment and disability, as well as identity and culture change. Coco Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Allan Allan is originally hails from Suriname, South America, but has called Amsterdam home for over a decade. He possesses a culturally diverse background but currently identifies as a queer man working in the finance industry. Allan strives to foster a culture of inclusivity and belonging in both his professional and personal life. He is particularly passionate about exploring the formation of culture in both social and corporate spheres and how positive behavioral changes can impact individuals from marginalized backgrounds. As a coach, Allan is driven to create meaningful change and is committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life. Allan Kartodikromo Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Marie-Helene Diversity & Inclusion have been at the heart of Marie-Helene’s career since the start. As an out, gay woman, inclusion, visibility and acceptance have been constant drivers in her career. Today she is Head of Global Inclusion, Wellbeing & Volunteering at Allianz . In addition to this, Marie-Helene has been involved in the Pride Employee Resource Group in the Allianz Group since 2018 – and has been the Chair since January 2022. In this role she sets the strategy for LGBTQ+ inclusion for the Allianz Group worldwide. She is very vocal and active on social media on LGBTQ+ inclusion. Her engagement and dedication was recognised last year by her receiving an award in France of Role Model LGBT Leader by L’Autre Cercle . Marie-Helene Tyack Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Barbara Barbara has over seven years of experience in sales and project management. For the past five years, she has held various sales roles at JTI. Barbara is also Co-Chair of the JTI PRIDE ERG BeNeLux and serves as a Women of Pride Ambassador for Western Europe. She organizes queer women’s events under the name Sidechick. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time at the beach. Barbara Platier Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Calvin Calvin, a native of Bermuda, has dedicated his career to promoting health and mental wellness within marginalized communities. Since relocating to the U.K., Calvin has worked as a support worker, health advisor, and sexual violence advocate, gaining invaluable insights into the ways society impacts the most vulnerable and marginalized populations within the healthcare and justice systems. Calvin's passion for Intersectionality is fueled by his own identity as a Black, gay male with learning difficulties. Drawing on his own experiences of both privilege and oppression, Calvin strives to create a more just and equitable society. His work in health and social care is a testament to his commitment to empowering and advocating for those who have been historically underserved and overlooked. Calvin Stovell Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Jolinda Jolinda is an award-winning Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach, dedicated to helping changemakers and revolutionaries reignite their passion and prevent burnout. With a special focus on perimenopause, Jolinda seeks to challenge the traditional narrative and bring attention to the voices that are often overlooked, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and those under 45. As a skilled moderator and facilitator, both in person and online, Jolinda brings her expertise to create safe and empowering spaces for individuals and organizations. She is also passionate about mental health and wellbeing, and believes in the power of self-empowerment to drive personal and professional growth. Jolinda Johnson Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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 Luke Luke is a fashion enthusiast and business owner based in Harrogate, where he has lived all his life. Luke's childhood was not without challenges. He attended a "hearing/mainstream" school from year seven to year nine but found it incredibly difficult to fit in as the only deaf person in attendance. His peers recommended that he attend a "deaf boarding" school, which ultimately helped him feel more connected to his community. It was Luke's love for fashion and the way it inspires and instills confidence that led him to create his own fashion brand, DEAF IDENTITY . As a deaf, gay male business owner, he aims to raise awareness for the deaf community through fashion while challenging stigmas surrounding it. With his brand, Luke hopes to empower individuals to feel confident in their own skin, regardless of hearing abilities. Luke Christian Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) David David is a queer Malaysian movement facilitator based in London, who shares embodied practices of connection through joy, wonder, and freedom. David's unique blend of architecture, dance, and spirituality showcases movement as an expression of both party and protest. By exploring the idea of "home" in the body, David encourages collective action and trans-generational healing. David is the founder of Kindred-Packet , a grassroots movement dedicated to uplifting East and South East Asian (ESEA) communities through culturally sensitive practices of well-being. He is also an active bystander trainer for Britain's East and South East Asian Network , delivering training sessions across England and Wales. David's expertise includes a range of topics such as intersectionality, workplace allyship, and anti-racism, and he is a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, mental health, and community building. David Kam Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Yasmin Yasmin, a British model, asexual activist, writer, and speaker, is a leading voice for the asexual community. After coming out publicly in 2017, she quickly gained recognition as the "unlikely face of asexuality" by Cosmopolitan Magazine . Yasmin founded the #ThisIsWhatAsexualLooksLike movement to increase diverse asexual visibility and representation and co-founded International Asexuality Day on April 6. Her unconventional approach to activism has been covered by various British and international media outlets, including Vogue, MTV, Sky News, Paper Magazine, Attitude Magazine, and the BBC . In 2022, she collaborated with Stonewall to launch the Stonewall x Yasmin Benoit Ace Project , the UK's first asexual rights initiative. Yasmin's tireless work as an asexual activist earned her the 'Campaigner of the Year' award at the Rainbow Honours Awards . She is available to speak on topics such as asexuality, diversity and representation in media, and LGBTQ+ activism. Yasmin Benoit Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Obella Obella is a DEI specialist, licensed Psychology Associate, and creative artist. He has years of experience in creating growth environments for individuals and organizations, and is passionate about using his expertise to empower people to be the most authentic versions of themselves. As The Radical Empath, Obella's unique perspective as a Black, queer, second-generation East African man allows him to reframe toxic belief systems and decolonize them in order to create an accepting community of healing. Obella is a sought-after speaker on topics such as mental health and how it relates to identity, intersectionality, and social justice issues. His ultimate goal is to help people embrace their true selves, and to create a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Obella Obbo Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Kirill Kirill is a Queer Prana Yoga instructor and psychologist specializing in existential analysis and body-oriented approaches. His sessions focus on overcoming shame, promoting queer awareness, and managing anxiety, creating a safe space for self-exploration and healing through mindful movement and breathwork. Kirill Slobodianiuk Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Kosta Kosta is a Bulgarian-Armenian director, producer, choreographer, and writer exploring empathy through movement and storytelling. His work has been described as "an important voice for LGBTQ+ struggles in Chechnya and elsewhere" by The Columbia Spectator and has been featured by NOWNESS, The New Yorker, The Guardian, and ELLE. He brings visceral physical expression to his projects, which often tackle social topics such as the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Eastern Europe, mental health, and the climate crisis. He is an alumnus of Berlinale Talents, a Forbes Europe 30 Under 30 honoree, and a member of the European Film Academy. Kosta Karakashyan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) José Luis José Luis is a philologist with a Ph.D. in Modern Languages and Gender Studies with a 20-year experience in international education as a teacher, team leader and academic manager. He is passionate about the teaching-learning process, as well as cinema, music and musical theatre. Some of his areas of interest are the LGBTQ+ representation and the works of pioneer women in culture, as well as leadership and team management. Growing up queer has helped him follow the yellow brick road to put diversity at the center of everything he does in the education field. José Luis Espinosa Sales Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Piotr Piotr is the founder of MiFit Mindful Fitness and takes his transformative Body/Mind/Energy programs worldwide. A dynamic public speaker, he guides men to embrace emotions, vulnerability, and authenticity. As a health and wellbeing advocate, Piotr shares his cancer and chemotherapy journey, compelling us to prioritize physical and mental health now. Piotr Ciepiel Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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) Vaneet Vaneet is an Indian bisexual man born and raised in South London, who has made it his mission to raise awareness and visibility for the bisexual community. As a software engineer, writer, and public speaker, Vaneet founded the viral campaign #BisexualMenExist in 2020, and has since appeared on numerous panels and delivered talks to various companies. Vaneet's work has been published in Men's Health , Stonewall, GMFA, Metro UK, OutLife and Unicorn Magazine , and he is a contributor to The Bi-ble: New Testimonials, The Ampersand Project, and The Sex Agenda . Bisexual Men Exist is his first book, an empowering guide for bisexual men, providing personal stories, advice and support. Vaneet is also an advocate for intersectionality, anti-racism, and mental health awareness, and is passionate about creating safe and inclusive spaces for marginalized communities. Vaneet Mehta Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... How Skill-Based Learning Is Powering AI-Ready Organisations. Community Building 101 | Out in Climate London. The Journey to Founding Lesbian History Day. 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