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UNLOCK | SUMMIT | 2025

Empowering Queer Leaders in Business.

An immersive two-day summit designed to equip current and future LGBTQ+ Leaders with new tools, knowledge, and support networks to thrive in business.

Want to take part?
 1. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST 
 2. SUBMIT AN APPLICATION 
3. CONFIRM YOUR PLACE 
 4. ATTEND OUR EVENT 

UNLOCK | SUMMIT | 2025

October, Barcelona

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 WHAT 

Empowering Queer Leaders for New Futures.

This immersive two-day summit is designed to equip future Queer Leaders with tools, resources, knowledge, and support networks for business. It’s an invitation for change-makers to unite for a transformative journey, addressing the unique intergenerational and inter-cultural challenges faced by the global queer community.

 WHY 

The World Needs More Queer Leaders.

Despite many businesses valuing diverse talent and leadership, LGBTQ+ workers remain underrepresented and underserved. The global average of adults identifying as LGBTQ+ is approximately 9% (with up to 30% of Gen Z), LGBTQ+ individuals are still disproportionately underrepresented in the workplace, especially in leadership roles. (Ipsos)

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 HOW 

An Embodied Methodology for Effective Solutions.

This interactive and immersive event cultivates leadership skills through workshops, panel discussions and professional networking. We focus on embodying knowledge through experiential learning - doing, listening, debating, testing ideas - allowing participants to deeply internalize what they learn with a focus on shared experiences & creative engagement.

 HOW 

Unlocking Possibilities through Collaboration.

Our Innovation Hub will provide a collaborative space to receive tools, guidance, and expert support - helping participants ideate, debate, and present innovative solutions for more inclusive organisations, collectives, and businesses.

Interactive sessions with subject matter experts

Inclusive coaching and mentorship

Competency and scenario-based learning

Collaborative cross-cultural environments

Strategic networking opportunities

Evidence-based tools and practices

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UNLOCK | SUMMIT | 2025

The 5 Keys to Unlock A Leader's Potential.

The 5 Keys represent areas of development that are essential for nurturing well-rounded, holistic leaders. Each key symbolizes a different aspect of leadership growth that, when fully developed, equips queer leaders to excel both personally and professionally - unlocking their potential.

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Wellbeing

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Communication

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Team Work

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Innovation

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Community

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 JOIN US 

Benefits for Attendees.

✅ Professional Development

✅ Holistic Approach

✅ New Leadership Skills

✅ Intergenerational Networking

✅ Real-World Examples

✅ Community Building

✅ Career Advancement

✅ Bespoke Resources

✅ Expert Guidance

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We Create Space is a global community-led platform, consultancy and collective on a mission to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people and other under-represented groups of professionals around the world by connecting our community and corporate partners with tools, knowledge and a support network for personal growth and leadership development. We do that through shared experiences, content, research and consultative work. Read more about our impact within the community.

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Michael
Founder

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Alex
Founder

Ora

Ora
Programme Director

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Sevi
Community Director

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Neil
Events Manager

Event Partners
FAQs

How do I enter?

Queer Leaders are invited to nominate themselves or they may be nominated by someone else. This will be conducted via Typeform. They will be asked to identify/ demonstrate the following information relating to the nominee: 1. The nature of the work they do in relation to their nomination eg. professional / community (bearing in mind, it might span both). 2. A specific element of their work the nomination related to eg. campaign, community group, project, policy, event etc. 3. The impact this has had (providing qualitative and quantitative results along with testimonials). 4. How this demonstrates the WCS mission to ‘Learn, Connect & Grow’. 5. Why this is important to them and what they are most proud of. 6. What makes them a Queer Leader. 7. Provide headshot & action shot to be used for content pre- and post- event.

What information should I include?

Each nomination should cover the following 5 areas. 1. Sufficient information, evidence and testimonials to showcase the nature/ objective and purpose of the person's work. 2. Both qualitative and quantitative data to demonstrate the impact of their project. 3. A clear alignment with WCS’ core mission to ‘Learn, Connect and Grow’. 4. The importance of their work and how it has made them proud. 5. An understanding of what it means to be a queer leader.

What language should nominations be written in?

Nominations can be submitted in either English or Spanish.

Can I nominate more than one person?

You may nominate more than one person but please ensure each nomination is of high quality and includes all of the requested information.

Do nominees need to be Spanish?

Nominees do not need to be Spanish but must at least partially reside in Spain and/or their work as a Queer Leader must directly impact the region of Spain.

How will nominations be assessed?

We’ll be looking for the following in each nomination… - Level of detail with information, evidence and testimonials. - Qualitative and quantitative evidence to demonstrate impact. - Objective, purpose and impact clearly defined. - Understanding of what it means to be a Queer Leader. - Alignment with WCS goals.

What does WCS mean by 'Queer Leader'?

See above link to the term 'Queer Leadership' in our Glossary.

When will I find out if I was successful?

The nominations will be reviewed and both successful and unsuccessful entries should be told at least 1 month before the gala. Unsuccessful entries should be provided feedback and the WCS team may reach out if further information is required. The WCS team may invite a small selection of those shortlisted to speak on the evening through everyone will be invited as guests.

When will nominations open and close?

We are currently working to the below timeline however things may change. 29 April - Open nominations 10 May - Event registration goes live 17 May - Close nominations 20 May - Review of nominations 24 May - Nominees notified including those invited to speak during event

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Interested in sponsoring this event?

Does your organisation want to evidence its support for excellence and support developing leaders in the LGBTQIA+ Community? There are a wide range of WCS | Awards sponsorship opportunities available.

Any other Questions?

For any more information or enquiries please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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