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DEI Insights & Trends in 2025. A WCS | INSIGHTS REPORT Join our Community Actionable Strategies from Practitioners, for Practitioners. Our DEI Insights & Trends in 2025 report shares practical knowledge gathered directly from those at the forefront of DEI work, forecasting how innovation, leadership engagement, global challenges, practitioner wellbeing, and external partners will shape DEI in the year ahead. Download for free Our privacy policy FOLLOW US About WE CREATE SPACE We Create Space is a registered not-for-profit organisation in the UK supporting the LGBTQ+ communities. Any questions? For any more information please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Get in touch

Learn. Connect. Grow. WE CREATE SPACE A queer-led learning platform, community network, and DEI consultancy. We bring people together to learn more about themselves, and each other. Welcome to CSR Our Events Our Services Our Resources Our Collective Our Platform Our solutions - 1 - Our Resources. Recent Articles Get in touch 13 min read REPORTS The Business Case for DEI in 2024. The continued importance of building diversity, equity and inclusion principles into the foundations of any company’s business strategy -... Post not marked as liked 2 min read LEADERSHIP WCS | Recognising 4 Years of Creating Space. Learn how We Create Space is improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people across the globe. Post not marked as liked 3 min read CASE STUDIES WCS x Coventry City Council: LGBTQ+ Talent Development Programme. How we worked with CCC to influence change across the organisation. Post not marked as liked 7 min read LEADERSHIP Creating Space for Queer Women. The importance of creating intersectional spaces for Queer women to share their experiences. Post not marked as liked 3 min read CASE STUDIES Queer Wellbeing: WCS>BCN. We share results from our series of free community wellbeing classes in Barcelona. Post not marked as liked 1 min read IDENTITY Queer Journeys | Shimar Guyo. Hear the story of Shimar Guyo, a trans woman who moved from the Philippines to study and her search for Queer Community in Barcelona. Post not marked as liked 6 min read LEADERSHIP Woman to Woman: Lessons from a Lesbian Executive. Nancy Di Dia on gender equity in the workplace, trans allyship and finding new life in retirement. Post not marked as liked 4 min read CASE STUDIES WCS x JTI: ERG Growth and Community Development. We delve into our partnership with JTI and their WCS Annual Membership. Post not marked as liked 3 min read CASE STUDIES WCS x Garnier: Inclusive Pride Campaign and Advocacy Strategy. We delve into our partnership with global beauty brand Garnier. Post not marked as liked 4 min read ALLYSHIP Inclusive Recruitment: Attracting LGBTQ+ Talent. Thea Bardot explores the importance of inclusive language in recruitment and hiring. Post not marked as liked - 2 - Our Services. Discover our range of bespoke corporate solutions, bringing powerful DEI-led conversations to the heart of your business. Corporate Solutions Get in touch Allyship Programmes Leadership Programmes Resources & Content Talks & Panel Discussions Event Packages Annual Membership Consultancy & Guidance Workshops & Webinars - 3 - Our Community. Follow us on social to receive all our latest free content. - 4 - Our Events . Sign-up to our newsletter to receive all the latest information and updates, including invites to our free events as they get announced. Upcoming Events Get in touch - 5 - Our Collective . Our Global Speaker Collective is comprised of DEI specialists, therapists, certified coaches, consultants, mental health professionals, activists, senior execs, legal experts, and corporate change-makers. Meet our speakers Get in touch - 6 - Our Campus . WCS | Campus is our new digital space where you can connect with other like-minded people from our community - engaging in meaningful discussions, workshops, events and online courses - at a global and local level. Join the Campus Get in touch

(he/him) Kayus Kayus is a seasoned professional who supports medium-sized corporates with their global growth aspirations, serving as the Healthcare, Consumer, and Wellness Treasury Sales lead for Citi 's Commercial Bank business in EMEA. Originally from The Bahamas and currently based in London, Kayus brings a unique perspective as a global citizen, having lived and worked in multiple jurisdictions and embracing diverse cultural experiences. He is also passionate about workplace allyship and financial literacy, and has spoken on topics related to leadership and culture change in the corporate world. Kayus Fernander Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Max Max is a dynamic public speaker, trainer, and creative practitioner who is dedicated to fostering inclusive environments. As a sign language interpreter, audio describer, and access consultant, they have a wealth of experience in improving accessibility and breaking down barriers. Max is an advocate for disability rights and is proudly queer and autistic. They are committed to promoting intersectional inclusion and dismantling all forms of discrimination, including LGBTQ+ discrimination. Max is a leader in workplace allyship and is an expert in language and terminology. They are also a powerful advocate for mental health and well-being, identity, and self-empowerment. In addition, Max is an experienced community builder and activist who is passionate about culture change and building a more equitable society for all. Max Marchewicz Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Polo Polo is a queer, non-binary person navigating the intersection of activism and corporate culture. With years of experience as a queer community builder in their area of Canada, Polo is focused on bringing the same enthusiasm and support to the workplace as an out(-spoken) agender/non-binary person. Originally from a small island in the UK, Polo now resides outside of Toronto with their wife and many animal companions. In their down time, Polo channels their passion for language and literature by learning new languages and devouring countless books. Additionally, Polo is an experienced speaker and can provide valuable insights on topics such as language and terminology, workplace allyship, LGBTQ+ discrimination, identity, and culture change. Polo Lonergan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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 | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Rakshet Rakshet, a third-culture individual born in Bangkok, identifies as ethnically Indian and was raised with a Western education. Currently based in the UK, Rakshet is employed by a leading consumer goods company, where they oversee product development and project management. In addition to their professional duties, Rakshet also serves as the leader of the company's LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group, where they leverage their unique background and perspective to promote inclusivity and diversity within the organization. Rakshet's multicultural identity and experience in navigating different cultural norms has given him a unique approach to solving LGBTQ+ issues and creating a more inclusive work environment. Rakshet Sachdev Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Keri Keri is the founder of AFFIRMATION= which works to help businesses create safe and inclusive spaces. As part of this they offer professional education and business tools that advocate, respect, and support the well-being of everybody through a human first approach. Keri has experienced a lifetime of discrimination and is now on a mission to help companies and individuals who are committed to making a more conscious effort to practice gender awareness and inclusivity. Keri Blue Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Chloë Chloë is an award winning founder, creative, dynamic social impact consultant, chef, and entrepreneur who has dedicated much of her 20+ year career campaigning for inclusion and equality in all spaces, whether in-house at agency level, corporate organisations or through wider community engagement. She was a ADCOLOR 2024 Rockstar of the Year Nominee, Advertising Week Europe 2024 The Future is Female Winner and named on the 2024 Campaign Magazine UK A-list. In April 2023 she founded ‘It Takes A Village Collective’ - a global hub for Black women in advertising, media, marketing and comms whose mission is to ensure that 1 in 5 people in adland will be a Black woman by 2028. Chloë Davies Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Ese-Mena Ese-Mena is a striving and thriving entrepreneur who has been working in social media marketing since 2022. She is Social Media Manager at We Create Space . She is of Nigerian & Ghanaian descent, born and raised in the U.K. and Ghana. She loves bringing to life the vision and message of We Create Space through social media and content. Ese-Mena Uyovbukerhi Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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

(ze/zir) Kanndiss Kanndiss is a leader, entrepreneur, and disability rights advocate. As the Founder of NBE FITNESS CIC , ze is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for people living with chronic illness and disabilities. Kanndiss has developed a unique hybrid platform that brings people together for social activities, reducing isolation and preventing preventable health conditions. In addition, ze is a Data Manager and System Operation lead for organizations across the UK, where ze develops systems to improve their accessibility and retention of internal and external clients. Ze is also an expert in the procurement of software and hardware and ensures that systems are kept regulated. Kanndiss is a strong voice for intersectionality and advocates for anti-racism, neurodiversity, body positivity, and culture change. Kanndiss is also an experienced speaker on topics related to mental health, disability, and well-being, sharing zir knowledge and experience to inspire and empower others. Kanndiss Riley Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Hunter Hunter is an openly queer trans man who is dedicated to educating others about life as a trans man, being pansexual, and the intersectionality of these identities alongside mental health and neurodiversity. Hunter is an experienced speaker and advocate for better mental health awareness and offering tools for allies in the workplace and at home. Hunter’s aim is to create a more welcoming environment wherever he goes and to shed light on the misconceptions of being trans in today’s society. Hunter McCance Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Shimar Shimar, a philosophy graduate from the Philippines, made the pivotal decision to move to Barcelona to further her studies. This move enabled her to fully embrace her identity as a proud transgender woman and live more authentically. With a solid background in HR, Shimar now serves as an HR Business Partner for one of the largest cruise ship companies, where she takes pride in supporting and empowering others. In her free time, she enjoys reading, art, photography, exploring different cuisines, attending events, and socializing. Shimar Guyo Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Betsy Betsy is a leadership mentor, sustainability advisor, campaigner, speaker, author, and host of The Discomfort Practice podcast. She was born and raised in Wyoming, established her career in the UK, and moved to Barcelona in 2016. Currently, she is spending 2023 as a digital nomad. For over 20 years, her work has focused on social and environmental issues, including running award-winning advocacy campaigns, influencing policy change, and working on five continents and most sectors. She is now an independent advisor and mentor to leaders and a Professor of Leadership at a university in Barcelona. All of her work champions connection, consciousness, and action to create a society on a planet where all beings can thrive. Betsy Reed Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Ki Ki is a QTIPOC creative from East London. They are known for their involvement as a DJ in queer nightlife, putting their intersectional identity as a non-binary, queer, intersex person of colour at the forefront of their creative practice. As a trustee of Intersex Equality Rights UK , they are able to continue their work as an activist for the intersex community. They are currently working as an actor on the Channel 4 production, Hollyoaks, portraying the character first non-binary on British soap, Ripley Lennox. Ki Griffin Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Radam Radam is a multi-disciplinary artist of Indonesian origin, whose work focuses on empowering QTIPOC communities. Their work has been published internationally, including features in VICE , Vogue Italia , Gal-dem , Gay Times , and King Kong Magazine . As a queer non-binary artist, Radam is passionate about creating art that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity. They are an expert speaker on topics such as the importance of representation in art, decolonizing artistic spaces, and empowering marginalized communities through art. Radam's creative expression and advocacy have made a significant impact in the world of art and beyond. They believe that being a work-in-progress is a beautiful journey, and they hope to inspire others to embrace their own unique paths in life. Radam Ridwan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Elle Elle is a breathwork practitioner, rest teacher, and embodiment guide who helps people reconnect with their inner selves and rediscover their inner strength. Her unique approach combines breathwork, rest, ritual, somatics, and practical magic to facilitate a transformative healing journey. They're passionate about empowering members of the LGBTQIA+ community to prioritize their mental health and well-being. Elle believes that slowing down and tuning into your body's signals is crucial to understanding your identity and healing trauma through embodied practices. Elle is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore their inner world and connect with their authentic selves. Through their workshops and speaking engagements, Elle shares their expertise on various topics including mental health, well-being, self-empowerment, and body positivity. Elle Bower Johnston Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Jasmine Jaz is a mixed-Pakistani, non-binary, bisexual mental health expert, public speaker, and journalist. They're particularly focused on how intersecting areas of inequality can impact people's access to mental well-being and how queerness collides with South Asian culture. Currently, Jaz is a lecturer in Gender & Sexuality as well as Diversity in Creative Industries at Bimm University in Birmingham, and they hold the position of Editor-In-Chief for a local creative media outlet called Birmingham Review. Jaz creates and facilitates tailored mental health talks and workshops, which are informed by their practical and personal experience of mental health and mental illness, as well as their MSc which covered the philosophy of mental health and cognitive neuroscience. They are passionate about advocating for anti-racism and intersectionality and have extensive knowledge of LGBTQ+ history and discrimination. Jaz also advocates for sexual health and self-empowerment and believes in promoting mental well-being in all aspects of life. Jasmine Khan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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) Ruby Ruby is a sex educator, author, broadcaster, and public speaker on a mission to get people talking more confidently and inclusively about sex. She’s curious to have the conversations many shy away from, with a nuanced perspective that holds inclusion and sex positivity at the very core. Their work is influenced by her experiences as a queer, non-monogamous, dual-heritage person. Ruby comes from a background of working directly with young people and marginalised groups, delivering relationship and sex education (RSE) across the country. In 2020 her debut book Sex Ed: A Guide for Adults was published by Bloomsbury, and in 2022 her podcast docu-series In Touch was released, which explores the ways we connect to sex, relationships, and our bodies with nuance and curiosity. Ruby Rare Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Journeys | Elliot Theodor. WCS x Barcelona Expat Life The Future of Intersex Inclusion | Awo Dufie. 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