Paris Lees
Build inclusive workplaces with Paris Lees, speaker, diversity and inclusion expert. Paris works with organisations to strengthen transgender representation, dismantle unconscious bias, and create authentic cultures, delivering pioneering insights as British Vogue's first openly transgender columnist.
London, United Kingdom
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Paris Lees is an author, journalist, and speaker who transforms discussions on identity and inclusion through her authentic storytelling and pioneering media presence. Her memoir, "What It Feels Like for a Girl," garnered critical acclaim as a standout publication in 2021.
As the first openly transgender columnist for British Vogue and first trans presenter on Radio 1 and Channel 4, Paris brings a vital working-class perspective to media conversations. She co-founded All About Trans, strengthening transgender representation across platforms while collecting numerous industry accolades for her groundbreaking work.
Paris equips organizations with practical strategies for creating truly inclusive environments where all employees can thrive. Her presentations address the business advantages of diversity while providing actionable frameworks for dismantling unconscious bias and fostering authentic workplace cultures that attract and retain top talent.
Audiences leave Paris's talks with a deeper understanding of identity issues, practical tools for implementing inclusive policies, and renewed confidence in navigating sensitive conversations. Her unique blend of personal narrative and humor creates memorable learning experiences that resonate across diverse professional settings.
Book Paris for an unforgettable keynote that will transform how your organization approaches inclusion and authenticity.
Award-winning author and pioneering media figure Paris Lees delivers transformative insights on identity and inclusion, equipping organizations with practical strategies for creating environments where all employees thrive. Book Paris for an unforgettable keynote that will transform how your organization approaches inclusion while providing actionable frameworks for dismantling unconscious bias and fostering authentic workplace cultures.
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