Learn. Connect. Grow. Issue 18.
WE CREATE SPACE
A Community-Led Learning Platform, Consultancy and Network of Leaders driving Social Innovation.
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Welcome back to another issue of “Learn. Connect. Grow.”
International Non-Binary Day was on the 14th July so we’re sharing a new article from Dee Whitnell discussing the nonbinaryphobia they have faced both outside of and within LGBTQ+ spaces, as well as their top tips on how to be a better ally to non-binary people.
Disability Pride Month continues and we have a range of educational resources for you to dive into, including an article from Ryan Zaman on how to centre the needs of your disabled friends and colleagues that dives into concepts like the Medical and Social Models of Disability.
Keep scrolling for additional resources on intersectional experiences of disability and queerness, non-binary leadership and the real impact of inclusive language.
Wishing you a lovely rest of your week,
Michael Stephens?(he/they)
Founder of We Create Space
P.S. We're on our annual summer break from the 13th July to 11th August, but you can still get in contact with us during this time - email [email protected] to chat with WCS Managing Director Jon-Paul Vicari (He/Him) .
WCS FEATURE:
How to Challenge Nonbinaryphobia.
For International Non-Binary Day, guest writer Dee Whitnell explores how bias against nonbinary people manifests across society.
“In recent months I have been bombarded with Nonbinaryphobic comments on my social media. I have had my identity erased from people outside and also within the community. I have had to educate others on my identity daily. Legally in the UK, I have zero recognition or protection.” - Dee Whitnell
WCS NEWS:
We’re on Summer Break!
We’ll be back in the office full time from 12th August.
Our team is ready for a well deserved break after another long and eventful Pride Season! We’ll still be running a handful of prebooked corporate events during this time and you can still reach out to our Managing Director Jon-Paul Vicari if you need anything. Catch you in August!
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WCS FEATURE:
Supporting your disabled friends and colleagues.
Ryan Zaman shares a Queer perspective on disability inclusion.
“The Medical Model of Disability dictates that someone’s condition comes first before the person, and having a disability means there is something wrong with them… The Social Model of Disability on the other hand, moves the burden of being labelled as a ‘problem’ or ‘difficult’ away from the person with the disability, and places the impetus to make positive change on society and highlights the need to eliminate barriers.” - Ryan Zaman
WCS | COURSES:
LGBTQ+ Inclusion.
In this clip from our online course, Yassine Senghor explains how inclusive language has the power to shape our collective consciousness.
WCS | Courses provide e-learning through an intersectional lens, combining industry best practices and research with the knowledge, perspectives and real life experiences of We Create Space’s global speaker collective.
Our 4-part LGBTQ+ Inclusion course is perfect for organisations looking to deepen their commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion beyond Pride month, through improving your employee’s understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and helping them to create more inclusive workplaces, communities and societies.
Enquire at [email protected] ??
WCS SPEAKER SHOWCASE:
Our Collective.
It’s almost South Asian Heritage Month! Running from 18th July to 17th August, SAHM is a time to celebrate the diverse cultures and histories of South Asian communities.
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.
Email [email protected] to book our speakers. ??
Featuring Vijay Chohan , Asha Harkness ????? , Hishaam Siddiqi , Sanjukta Moorthy (Sun-yook-ta) , Aditya Sinha , Bachul Koul , Ajay Pabial ????? , Jasmine Khan and David N. .
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
Through My Lens: Visibility & Authenticity.
Yujx Smith talks the challenges of “coming out” about his disability at work, having already navigated being transgender in a corporate environment.
Non-Binary Leadership.
Ben Pechey , Shiva Raichandani , Luke Lopez and Bachul Koul discuss self-expression, how to protect the mental health of non-binary leaders and the legacy they wish to leave behind.
Through My Lens: MS, Fashion, Style and Me.
Disability advocate Roxy Murray shares how fashion has been a valuable form of self-expression for her while living with Multiple Sclerosis and her mission to make the fashion industry more inclusive.
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4 个月Thank you so much for platforming my experience! Nonbinary voices are so often disregarded from conversations ??????