We’re thrilled to welcome a remarkable group of individuals to the Speakers Collective.
Each new member brings a unique set of experiences, perspectives, and passions to continue our mission of challenging stigma, sparking important conversations, and promoting learning on social issues.
Let’s meet our newest members and learn more about the incredible work they do.
Anita Patel
Anita brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advocacy, sharing her journey to empower others. Specialisms: Understanding and Supporting Neurodiversity, Creating Neuro-inclusion in the Workplace, Autism, ADHD, Intersectionality and Neurodiversity. Learn more about Anita
Chris Frederick
Chris uses his lived experiences to challenge stigma and foster understanding, creating a space for inclusive dialogue. Specialisms include Suicide Prevention and Black Mental Health. Learn more about Chris
David Gray-Hammond
David is a mental health and addiction advocate, sharing his lived experience to create change and support others. Specialisms include Neurodiversity, neuroqueer theory, mental health, substance use, systemic oppression of neurodivergent people. Learn more about David
Eden Byrne
Eden continues to inspire as a passionate advocate for those living with long Covid and ME, amplifying the voices of those who need it most. Specialisms Mental Health, Anti bullying, Chronic Illness, Youth Social Action and Disability. Learn more about Eden
Hansa Raja
Hansa’s dedication to inclusion and representation makes her an invaluable addition to the collective. Specialisms: Parent Peer Support, Mental Health, Wellbeing and Workplace Wellbeing. Learn more about Hansa
Jessica Bondy
Jessica’s dedication to storytelling and advocacy empowers individuals to understand and tackle social stigmas. Specialisms include Mental Health, Children's Mental Health and Development and Changing The Way We Speak To Children So They Can Thrive. Learn more about Jessica
Joe Tudor
Joe brings powerful insights and experiences to the collective, sharing stories that inspire and empower others. Specialisms include Mental Health Advocacy, Evidence-Based Approaches to Depression, Building Community and Resilience. Learn more about Joe
Laura Spence
Laura is passionate about mental health awareness and uses her platform to support individuals in navigating their journeys. Specialisms include Womens Health, Perinatal Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Midwifery, Birth Trauma, Sexual and Reproductive Health Learn more about Laura.
Mark Deeks
Mark is a passionate speaker and advocate, using his voice to challenge stigma and foster inclusivity. Specialisms include Music for wellbeing, men’s mental health, workplace wellbeing and baby loss. Learn more about Mark.
Marcus Thomlinson
Marcus is dedicated to inspiring positive change and empowering people to reach their potential through his talks. Specialisms include Mindset, Confidence, Mental Health and Public Speaking Skills. Learn more about Marcus.
Michelle Moreno
Michelle is a passionate advocate for disability awareness and inclusion, sharing her personal experiences to inspire change. Specialisms: Hospitality leadership. Women In leadership and The joy of work. Learn more about Michelle.
Miguel Ángel Amortegui
Miguel combines his expertise in storytelling and advocacy to address social issues and inspire action. Specialisms include Human Rights and Social Justice, Participatory Photography and Empowerment, Trauma and Healing through Creativity, Resilience and the Human Spirit, Cultural Narratives and Forgotten Histories. Learn more about Miguel.
Naveed Mirza
Naveed’s commitment to equity and inclusion drives his advocacy work, creating impactful conversations that lead to change. Specialisms include Mental Health, Suicidal Ideation; Family breakdown, Single parenting, Importance/value of fathers and fatherhood. Learn more about Naveed.
Olivia Nunn
Olivia uses her platform to discuss mental health and diversity, encouraging open and honest conversations. Specialisms include Mental Health, Perinatal OCD, Anxiety, Music , Burnout and Creativity. Learn more about Olivia.
Oliver Roscoe
Oliver’s passion for promoting mental health awareness and his lived experiences bring invaluable perspectives to our community. Specialisms include Mental Health, LGBTQIA+, Autism & Neurodivergence, Addiction, Spirituality & Spiritual Wellbeing. Learn more about Oliver.
Sophie Longley
Sophie brings a wealth of knowledge and lived experience, using her voice to empower and educate others on important social issues. Specialisms: Autism, Autistic in the workplace, Neurodivergent Mentoring, Autistic in academia and Late-diagnosed Autistic Women. Learn more about Sophie.
Join Us!
We’re excited for the impact our new members will make as part of the Speakers Collective. Together, we continue to build a community committed to sharing stories, breaking stigmas, and creating meaningful change.
Are you also passionate about challenging stigma, sharing your story, and driving social change? Speakers Collective is always looking for new voices to join our growing community of advocates and changemakers.
If you're interested in becoming a member, learn more and register today find out about how to Become a Member.
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