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Colin is founding editor of Disability Arts Online. He has worked as a manager/ editor/ researcher/ sub-editor for a variety of web and print based disability arts and mainstream publications since 1994. He first established DAO Ltd in 2004 and has striven towards a vision for the journal as a place, which publishes professional arts writing, arts media and discussion, … Read More

Debbie Hewitt was appointed as the first female chair of the English Football Association (FA) in June 2021, formally taking up the role in January 2022. Debbie’s passion for football developed while following her amateur referee father to matches. She is committed to ensuring good governance, transparency and collaboration to safeguard the game’s future. Debbie is an experienced and successful … Read More

Andy is the President of the National Black Police Association (NBPA) in the UK and a dedicated police officer in the Police Service of Northern Ireland. He plays a vital role in advising influential organisations such as the National Police Chiefs Council, College of Policing, Independent Office of Police Complaints and Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire Service. His … Read More

No Ordinary Book Shop, founded by Angel Miller, specialises in children’s books featuring diverse BAME characters. Angel’s mission is to promote the social, personal and emotional well-being of all children by providing positive representation through literature. Additionally, the shop expanded its offerings to include Black-centric adult books last year, broadening its impact. Angel is the driving force behind the #BLACKtoreading … Read More

With over two decades of global experience in brand and marketing strategy, Asad has excelled in various client, agency and voluntary roles. His groundbreaking work includes collaborating exclusively with LGBTQI+ creatives to craft the world’s first 100%-queer-made Pride campaign. Notably, in partnership with The Royal Mint, he introduced the world’s first LGBTQI+ 50p coin, featuring his powerful words: ‘Protest, Unity, … Read More

Bamidele has demonstrated her expertise through extensive work and leadership in multidisciplinary teams and projects across various healthcare organisations. She holds prestigious qualifications, including HCPC registration as a Chartered Scientist, Fellow of IBMS, and the role of CPD officer, alongside the achievement of an IBMS Virology Higher Specialist diploma. Her dedication to empowering others shines through her roles as a … Read More

Belinda is the Strategic Lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at the University of Lincoln and Founding Director of the Eleanor Glanville Institute. She specialises in the development and evaluation of EDI strategies and interventions, assessing their impact across the sector.  Belinda has developed a range of sector-leading initiatives (including the Returners’ Research Fund, Researchers’ Covid Impact Fund and … Read More

Bernadette is the Associate Director of Inclusion for NHS Barts Health. She is a strategic and progressive HR professional with depth of knowledge, insight and expertise in Diversity and Inclusion culture and practice. She has a proven track record of leveraging substantial leadership capability and business acumen to shape and embed innovative strategies that promote accountability and engagement in diversifying … Read More

Bisi is a British-Nigerian gay rights activist, public speaker, blog writer and HIV/LGBT advocate who gained international attention when he became the first Nigerian to come out on television. Bisi writes for outlets like The Guardian and Project Syndicate and is co-founder of the Rainbow Intersection, the largest LGBT charity in Nigeria. Bisi is the founder and the Executive Director of the Bisi Alimi … Read More

Choon Young Tan is a prominent champion of diversity and inclusion, sharing information and raising awareness across various strands. His passion lies in ESEA representation across a host of mediums – media, fiction and in the workplace. He also stands for LBGTQ+ rights and shares his lived experience to support this. Choon is a highly experienced social media manager, freelance journalist, … Read More