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All our trainings, events and experiences are delivered by our global We Create Space Leadership Collective of mentors, facilitators, coaches and professional speakers. Our Collective. Team TOGETHER, WE INSPIRE CHANGE We're a global collective of 300+ community leaders and change-makers ; made up of trained DEI specialists, therapists, certified coaches, consultants, mental health professionals, activists, senior execs, legal experts, community builders, and corporate change-makers. Each have a unique talent and powerful story to tell. The rich diversity of our collective aims to represent the plethora of intersecting identities across the Queer community, allowing us to speak with authority into a wide range of topics and experiences . Check out our WCS 2025 Cultural Calendar for some inspiration as to how we could support you in the coming year. Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Meet the Team Adam Lanfear Adi Sinha Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Aisha Shaibu-Lenoir Aitch Farley Ajay Pabial Alberto Antón Benítez Ale Rebon Portillo Alex D'Sa Alex Dominguez Alex Howell Alex Leon Ali Hendry Allan Kartodikromo Amanda Walker Ambra Venturini Andre Johnsen Andrea Barberà Andrea Cortes Andrea Di Giovanni Andrew Chen Andrew Seedall Anick Soni Anthoniy Hristov Ariadne Ribeiro Ferreira Asha Harkness Ashley Marshall Ashtar Alahmad Audrey Mari Avi Ajwani Awo Dufie Bachul Koul Barbara Platier Barry Brandon Bekky Harrison Ben Pechey Betsy Reed Bex Wade Bobbi Pickard Brandi Andrews Brian McComak Burak Bilen CK Cairo Nevitt Calvin Stovell Carlos Idibouo Caroline Gansdorfer Char Bailey Char Erskine Charlie Craggs Chloe Cousins Chloe Filani Chloë Davies Chris Sheridan Christopher Kenna Christopher McDonnell Christopher Owen Cindy Nasenya Cindy Nehme Coco Coda Nicolaeff Cynthia Fortlage Cécile Deprez Damiana Ventura Dan Glass Daniel Pillai Darren Pritchard David Kam David McLaughlan David Nath Debra Griffith Dee Jas Dee Whitnell Denny Tu Devin O'Loughlin Devin Ozbagci Diego Lazaro Don Dominic Doug Graffeo Drew Demetry Dylan Shimmon Ed Jervis Ed Moss Eduardo Gutierrez Eliseo Pares Jorda Elle Bower Johnston Elliot Theodor Emilia Astrom Emily Horton Emma Underwood Erdem Onel Erica Burton Erica Rose Ernest Owens Ese-Mena Uyovbukerhi Esteban Zamora Eva Echo Fabian Domenech Felix Mufti-Wright Freddie Lewis Gatonga Theuri Gayathiri Kamalakanthan Geffrye Parsons Gonzalo Parra Guilherme Neves Gurchaten Sandhu Gus Bussmann-Stuart Hadi Moussally Hannah Nishat Botero Hishaam Siddiqi Hunter McCance Iesha Palmer Ilā Kamalagharan Izazkun Pinson JD Valladares-Williams Jack López Jacqui Rhule-Dagher Jade Fraser Jae Sloan Jamie Lowe Jani Toivola Jano San Jaron Soh Jasmine Khan Jason Kwan Jen Keawphaisan Jennifer Polzin Jess Brough Jim Fielding Jo Krishnakumar Joela-Abiona Rivera Jolinda Johnson Jon-Paul Vicari Jonny Benjamin Jono Cruz Jono Selvadurai Josephine Hughes Josh Rivers Joshua Cruz Jossy Jaycoff Angulo José Luis Espinosa Sales Jourdan Hussein Jua O'Kane Jude Guaitamacchi Judith Solanas Sánchez Kali Sudhra Kanndiss Riley Kari Serrano Karim El Oteify Kathryn Lum Katya Veleva Kayus Fernander Keri Blue Kevin Hawkins Khatoun Abdmasih Ki Griffin Kim Wunner Kirill Slobodianiuk Kodo Nishimura Kosta Karakashyan Lazarus Lynch Lee Mabey Lee Schoenmaker Liam Rezende Lias Mauersberger Lily Zheng Lisa Cowling Lisa Marie Hall Loane Alonzeau Logal Kako Lolo Noble Lotus Smits Louise Beardsmore Luca Condosta Luca Magagni Lucia Blayke Lucifer Benedetti Luke Christian Luke Lopez Luke Manton Luke Thomas MK Getler-Porizkova Magda Stega Mahmoud Assy Manjinder Sidhu Manuel Schlothauer Marc Thompson Mariana Spada Marie-Helene Tyack Mark Travis Rivera Marley Conte Marthe Koster-Thomas Marty Davies Max Marchewicz Max Siegel Mayra Pastor Valdivia Mercedes Jenkins Michael Stephens Mike Rahilly Mitchell Davis Mufseen Miah Mus Alsaeid Nadu Placca Rodriguez Nancy Di Dia Natasha Getler-Porizkova Nats Sisma Neil Hudson-Basing Nick Kientsch Nicole Simpson Nour Jarrouj Nourhan Sandouk Obella Obbo Ora Özer Paff Evara Paul Taylor-Pitt Paula Harrowing Paula Soli Pavlo Cherednychenko Phil Sanger Piotr Ciepiel Polo Lonergan Pritham Bhatia Prudence Dippah-Dina Rachel Padilla Radam Ridwan Raga D’Silva Rahim EL Habachi Rakshet Sachdev Raven Nielsen Reeta Loi Rico Jacob Chace River Coello River Solace Robert Suttle Roxy Murray Ruby Rare Ryan Lanji Ryan Zaman Saba Ali Sabah Choudrey Safir Boukhalfa Sakeema Peng Crook Sanjay Sharma Sanjukta Moorthy Santi Sorrenti Santo Tripodi Sara Alvarez Sara Táboas Sarah Massey Saski Saul James Scott Sallée Sebastián Dalla Ba Sergi Alberola Sevi Koppe Sharon Ehrlich Shawn Aaron Shimar Guyo Shiva Raichandani Simi Wang Somar Ibrahim Sophia Emmerich Sophie Strachan Stef Tudorascu Steph Matthews Stephen Hart Stewart O'Callaghan Sunni Patel Suresh Ramdas Suzy McCafferty Tadhg Mac Mahon Tanvir Ali Taofique Folarin Tash Koster-Thomas Tashan Nicholas Tatum Karmen Swithenbank Taylor Lianne Chandler Taz Rasul Temi Ayorinde Teodor Cesljarov Teresa Lee Thea Bardot Thokozani Mbwana Tolu Osinubi Trish Boston Ty Jernstedt Uz Afzal Valentín Aseyo Vaneet Mehta Vijay Chohan Xesca Alabart Lopez Yasmin Benoit Yassine Senghor Yeison Forero Yujx Smith Zach Ames Zacha Belok Zee Monteiro WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM? 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Join upcoming Queer Retreats in Barcelona by WE CREATE SPACE, a global LGBTQ+ community network and learning platform. Queer Retreats Join a Workshop QUEER RETREATS IN BARCELONA All of our events are delivered by our collective of Queer Leaders . Please note some community events are exclusively communicated via our Community Newsletter or WCS | Campus . Sign up now using the buttons below! Sign up to newsletter Join WCS | Campus 4 Day Queer Retreat | Reclaiming Joy 09 May 2025, 14:00 BST – 12 May 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 7 Day Queer Retreat | Dreams In Motion 23 May 2025, 14:00 BST – 29 May 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 4 Day Queer Retreat | Radical Self-Love 06 Jun 2025, 14:00 BST – 09 Jun 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 4 Day Queer Retreat | Shaping Our Stories 26 Jun 2025, 13:00 BST – 29 Jun 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 7 Day Queer Retreat | Journey of Change 04 Jul 2025, 14:00 BST – 09 Jul 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 7 Day Queer Retreat | Moving with Confidence 18 Jul 2025, 14:00 BST – 24 Jul 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 4 Day Queer Retreat | Embodying Your Future 01 Aug 2025, 14:00 BST – 04 Aug 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now 7 Day Queer Retreat | Leading From Within 05 Sept 2025, 14:00 BST – 11 Sept 2025, 12:00 BST Barcelona, Spain More info Register now RSVP Closed Queer Retreat | Half-Day | BCN 08 Mar 2025, 10:00 – 14:00 Barcelona, Spain More info Details WHY DO WE EXIST? We can’t create the inclusive culture and community that we all desire until we start healing ourselves and become more aware as individuals. Once we understand why we behave a certain way, we can use that knowledge as fuel to instigate positive change, becoming more powerful with the decisions we make, and the actions we take. We take an active role in shaping our own lives and lead the way forward for others. About our mission OUR APPROACH. We create very intimate, compassionate and confidential spaces. We use a tried-and-tested sequence of interactive elements; empowering individuals with the necessary tools and information for continuing their own learning and growth journey. Our sessions sometimes offer the unique opportunity to openly share and learn from each others' experiences without judgement; building resilience, strength and community together in the face of our collective adversity. ANY OTHER QUESTIONS? For any more information or enquiries please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Get in touch

We Create Space is a global Queer-led platform, consultancy and collective on a mission to improve the lives of under-represented groups of professionals around the world by connecting our communities and allies with tools, knowledge and a support network for personal growth, leadership development, allyship and self-care. Learn. Connect. Grow. WE CREATE SPACE We're a community-led learning platform, network, and consultancy focused on culture change, community building and social innovation. Welcome to CSR Our Events Our Services Our Resources Our Collective Our Platform Our solutions - 1 - Our Resources. Recent Articles Get in touch Community Building 101: Our Top 30 Considerations. Our guide to build, grow, and engage communities through the principles of inclusion, wellbeing and leadership. LEADERSHIP 8 min read Post not marked as liked DEI Insights & Trends in 2025. A qualitative research study providing actionable insights and strategies for DEI practitioners in 2025. 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Pronouns are all something that we can sometimes make mistakes on. Our team shares the techniques they use to help improve their pronoun skills - why not try out some of these too? As trans visibility has entered the mainstream, pronouns have grown to be a hot topic across the political spectrum. While most people have an awareness that using the correct pronouns for trans people is important, many do not really understand why misgendering can be so painful. Similarly, when people will insist that they are trying to use the correct pronouns for a trans person, it’s often obvious that they have put little to no effort into challenging the way they perceive us - which is a common culprit of consistent but accidental misgendering. Take the time to think about how you would feel if everyone around you started referring to you as if you were someone else. If you can understand how this would be frustrating or distressing then you can understand why it’s so important to gender people correctly. The question is: how? Many cisgender people mean well but just can’t seem to shift to using a new pronoun when a co-worker comes out as trans, or permanently struggle with the pronouns of people who are gender non-conforming. The missing component in this equation is often a lack of practice . Changing the pronouns you use for someone is similar to breaking any other habit, it just requires a little patience and a commitment to change. It’s also a skill that will get easier with time, once you’ve managed it for one person, you’ll find it easier to do the next time you meet a trans person. We’ve compiled the following tips to help strengthen your pronoun skills: 1. Re-contextualise the person in your head. Take time to think about the person you’re struggling to gender correctly. Correlate them with their actual gender identity. Have you seen them become happier as they’ve expressed their true self? What ways do they express their gender? You can try repeating to yourself, “_____ is a woman/man/non-binary person”. When you have a strong sense of your own gender identity, having this aspect of yourself constantly disrespected or ignored by the people around you can feel like a process of gradual gaslighting, being told over and over again that you are not who you know yourself to be. This often manifests in increased anxiety and self-doubt. Despite this, it can be difficult for people to assert their pronouns when misgendered. Nina Taylor of Dentsu gave us their perspective: “An issue that I face as a non-binary person is the constant battle between asserting myself through communicating my correct pronouns and the desire to not make other people feel awkward or embarrassed when correcting them, as well as drawing any unwanted attention to myself. I think this will evolve with time, but right now what works for me is to correct people who I will encounter multiple times in my life and to save energy by not correcting people who play a more fleeting role”. 2. Practise talking with someone else. Ask a friend if you can practise talking about the person using their correct pronouns. Tell them a story about that person and ask them to correct you when you slip up. Take time to actively think as you speak rather than going on auto-pilot. Ask your conversation partner to ask you questions about the person to get used to a more back and forth conversation. It can also be useful to practise saying thank you when you’re corrected. Don’t derail the conversation, make a big deal out of it or start an excuse, just say thank you, correct yourself and move on. 3. Write it out. If you’re struggling to find someone to practise with or it still isn’t sticking, try writing about the person rather than speaking aloud. Writing something down will help you commit it to memory and will further connect the person with their correct pronouns in your head. 4. Correct yourself always. It’s important to correct yourself always, regardless of whether people are around to hear it. Correcting yourself and making note every time you make a mistake with someone’s pronouns forces you to be accountable and contributes to breaking the overall habit. You should correct others where possible too. This is good practice for yourself but also contributes to helping others break their habits too. 5. Don’t make trans people hold your hand through the process. Trans people are often made to feel like their transitions are a burden on the people around them, so reminding them that you’re finding it difficult to remember their new pronouns can make them feel awkward, guilty or that they are inconveniencing you. 6. Be discreet and empathetic. It can be intimidating to have someone ask for your pronouns in front of a large group of people. Offering your own pronouns first before asking for someone else's can help put them at ease. Where possible, be discreet by asking quietly or pulling the person aside briefly. Coming out as trans or non-binary can be a scary prospect, especially in professional settings, but it can also be incredibly rewarding when mustering the courage to do so is met with support from your co-workers. Consider the context you’re in. If you’re at a women-only event and ask for a trans woman’s pronouns but don’t find yourself doing the same with cis women, you’re inadvertently singling out that trans woman as “other”. 7. Don’t make it a big deal. When we make mistakes, many of us instinctually jump to justifying our actions to diffuse our own sense of guilt but this thought process is rarely comforting to hear for the person affected. It puts them in a position where they have to minimise their own hurt to prioritise ours. Apologising, correcting yourself and moving on is the best way to handle your slip ups. In moments where the process may feel difficult or frustrating, remember that gendering people correctly has a much bigger impact than you might think - you’re supporting and empowering trans and non-binary people to be themselves when you use their pronouns . Being recognised for who we are is something we all deserve by default, it doesn’t need to be earned, so we should all make an active effort to manifest that for each other. While you're here... Did you know we consult with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . 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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. While you're here... Did you know we consult with Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . We also organise FREE community events throughout the year! We offer a variety of ways to get involved - both online and in person. This is a great way to network and learn more about others' experiences, through in-depth discussion on an array of topics. You can find out what events we have coming up here . New ones are added all the time, so make sure you sign up to our newsletters so you can stay up to date!

Another edition in our series of stories about Queer migration and the unexpected journeys we follow in search of ourselves, and community. A Queer Journey can often take us far from the places we once called home, but it's in the nature of LGBTQIA+ existence that we seek out and build new family wherever we go. Ashtar Alahmad is a passionate Motion Designer, originally from Homs, Syria, but currently living in Spain and pursuing higher education at Idep Barcelona. Disability and feminist advocacy play a main role in her work. As a war survivor, refugee, and activist, she uses art to make a change and tell the unheard stories of underprivileged people. She works in a wide range of creative disciplines including motion design, animation, and illustration. She has an extremely positive attitude towards life with a great ambition to make a change. Ashtar speaks on topics such as LGBTQ+ discrimination, disability, body positivity, self-empowerment, culture change, activism and trauma. While you're here... Did you know we consult with Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke corporate solutions? Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce DEI insights and craft bespoke content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Find out more here . We also organise FREE community events throughout the year! We offer a variety of ways to get involved - both online and in person. This is a great way to network and learn more about others' experiences, through in-depth discussion on an array of topics. You can find out what events we have coming up here . New ones are added all the time, so make sure you sign up to our newsletters  so you can stay up to date!