Award Winner Belén Kay, a Queer musician in Barcelona, shares her Queer Leadership Journey.
My Story and Journey.
I’m Belén, I’m half Irish and half Spanish. I grew up in Cork, Ireland, and moved to Barcelona with my family when I was 11. Growing up between two cultures made me feel like I didn’t fully fit in anywhere, and that’s what pushed me to be creative and open-minded. Creativity has always been my way of expressing myself, and it’s also helped me understand and embrace my queer identity. Ultimately, I do what I do because I want to help others feel seen and supported, just as I’ve learned to do for myself.
My Work and Passion.
The heart of my music project is all about supporting and collaborating with queer and FLINTA creatives in the music industry. Since I’ve started recording music I aim to collaborate and create more opportunities for underrepresented groups. In my day-to-day job, I focus on making the workplace inclusive for everyone, ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected.
My Leadership and WCS Connection.
Queer leadership to me is about being true to yourself and helping others feel comfortable doing the same. It’s about creating spaces where everyone is accepted. Being part of the We Create Space community has been amazing—it’s a place to connect with others who care about making a difference. It’s helped me grow, get inspired, and bring more attention to my work, whether in music or inclusivity.
Life Before & After Winning the Award.
Winning the WCS Queer Leaders Award in 2024 was such a meaningful milestone for me—it gave me a huge boost of confidence and validation for the work I’m doing.
My Vision for the Future.
Looking ahead, my main goal is to continue amplifying queer and FLINTA musicians, especially in creative spaces where they’re often overlooked. I want to expand my collaborations and create more inclusive opportunities within the music industry and in my own musical project.
As a queer leader, I see myself evolving by being more proactive in advocating for inclusivity, taking on more leadership roles, and using my platform to inspire others.
Find Belén's music and music videos here: https://linktr.ee/belenkay
Belén Kay (she/they)
Belén Kay is a Folk Rock singer-songwriter and guitarist. Born and raised in Cork (Ireland), at 11 years old they moved to Barcelona. Being half Irish half Spanish she has always questioned - still to this day - where she belongs. Thanks to her music production studies, Belén has self co-produced her first EP called “Abbey Court” Where they sing about dealing with pain, grief, heartbreak and returning home to find oneself. Her music is an open book, where she talks about her experiences, thoughts and feelings.
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