Learn. Connect. Grow. Issue 31.
WE CREATE SPACE
A Community-Led Learning Platform, Consultancy and Network of Leaders driving Social Innovation.
🏳️🌈 Intersectional Resources for creating Queer Inclusive Work Spaces. 🏳️⚧️
Welcome back to another issue of “Learn. Connect. Grow.”
I’m thrilled to announce that we have just opened nominations for the WCS Awards 2025 - and this year we’re going global! Make sure to submit your nominations before 30th March.
In this issue we’re celebrating International Women’s Day with two features - one from Neil Hudson-Basing on how men can #AccelerateAction for gender equality, and another spotlighting the story of Cindy Nasenya, a Queer African content creator and 2024 WCS Emerging Leader Award winner.
We’ve got a packed month of events ahead, from Community Building 101 sessions and Global Speed Networking to a new UNLOCK Masterclass, so make sure to register and come along.
Keep scrolling for plenty of additional educational resources on misogyny, gender equality and Queer Leadership!
P.S. Time are tough, and we know that across the board DEI professionals are facing increased pressure, scrutiny and instability. Our Managing Director Jon-Paul Vicari (He/Him) is still offering free consultations for any of you who need advice, to talk strategy or could just do with a professional listening ear.
Have a wonderful week,
Michael Stephens (he/they)
Founder of We Create Space
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WCS NEWS:
WCS Awards 2025 nominations are open!
Celebrating Queer Leaders across the globe.
This year's WCS | Awards will celebrate Queer Leaders around the world who are using their platforms, profile and roles to drive change, making the world a more inclusive place for all LGBTQ+ people. This might be 'creating space' for others in their workplace, community or on a wider scale nationally or globally.
WCS FEATURE:
My Queer Leader Journey, with Cindy Nasenya.
2024 WCS Award Winner Cindy Nasenya shares her Queer Leadership Journey.
"The visibility from WCS has opened doors for future opportunities for sure. But with that also comes a deeper sense of responsibility; to not just participate in spaces but to help shape them in meaningful ways." - Cindy Nasenya
WCS FEATURE:
How men can #AccelerateAction beyond IWD.
Neil Hudson-Basing calls on men to do their bit for gender equality.
“Men tend to seem baffled, particularly as to why I’d know so much about the menopause, or tend to disengage. This is also validated based on the reactions on my social media related to this topic. The absence of the male voice, consciously & unconsciously, when it comes to gender equality is not only infuriating - its prolonging inaction & change.” - Neil Hudson-Basing
WCS EVENTS: ONLINE
Community Building 101.
Our first Community Building 101 session is just a few weeks away! Organised in collaboration with QueerAF & Trans+ History Week CIC , we’ll be celebrating the launch of the Trans+ History Week 2025 Workbook and sharing strategies to encourage ongoing education and build inclusive communities.
If that wasn’t enough, we’re thrilled to announce that our second Community Building 101 session is in collaboration with Voda: The LGBTQIA+ Mental Health App ! Voda Founder Jaron Soh will be in conversation with Michael Stephens about how wellbeing forms an essential pillar of community building.
WCS FEATURE:
Training Programmes for Community Building.
Our top 10 training programmes for fostering wellbeing.
The art and science of community-building is key to shaping culture, driving inclusion, increasing engagement and sustaining wellbeing. In this guide we spotlight 10 training programmes designed to foster stronger wellbeing in your corporate community.
WCS EVENTS: ONLINE
Global Queer Speed Networking.
Global Queer Speed Networking is back! Join us on Tuesday 4th March for a one hour online session with breakout opportunities to meet new people with communal space to reflect & share. We'll explore key WCS themes such as giving back, serving the community, driving change, setting goals and more.
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UNLOCK Masterclass
We'd like to introduce you to UNLOCK - a community-led learning platform and network by WCS supporting Queer Leaders in business, and in life. We create spaces for individuals to learn, grow and connect - unlocking their innate potential. Are you setting yourself up for success when it comes to achieving your goals? Join Alex Dominguez and Neil Hudson-Basing for this new interactive UNLOCK masterclass exploring conscious goal-setting for queer professionals, with tools to set values-driven goals that align with professional aspirations & personal identities.
WCS SPEAKER SHOWCASE:
Our Collective.
The We Create Space Collective is constantly growing and features 300+ speakers from a variety of backgrounds, all of whom are ready to enrich and inspire you with their stories and perspectives. From seasoned corporate voices to fresh grass-roots perspectives, we can match you with the perfect speaker for your needs.
Book a speaker now at hello@wecreatespace.co 💌
WCS REMINDER:
Our Resources.
Our website is packed full of free articles, webinars, think-pieces and podcast episodes to educate and inspire you on a wide range of topics related to DEI, LGBTQ+ issues, workplace allyship and more. Resources for Pride, and Beyond
Tackling Misogyny: An Allyship Toolkit for Supporting Women.
Explore key terms, approaches and strategies for being a better ally to women whether you're at work, in a social setting or wider society.
The World Needs More LGBTQ+ Leaders.
Why we need to educate, inspire and empower more professionals to become LGBTQ+ Leaders
How Do Gender Stereotypes Impact Queer Leadership?
Sayantani Chakravarty examines how rigid ideas around gender hold back LGBTQIA+ people in the workplace and impact their ability to thrive as leaders.