Why did you sign up for Different?

To understand first hand if I could advocate it in professional and personal spaces. I can.

What impact has Different made to you?

I was skeptical about this programme at first, wondering whether it would be another generic course for minoritised people with little impact.

This programme is not that at all. This programme is phenomenal. It's taught me how to navigate spaces that have never been designed for me thrive. It's stretched my thinking and challenged my assumptions. I've obtained resilience, and I'm networking and meeting exceptional people, learning from some of the best in the field. My toolkit is now practical, my mindset has shifted, and I'm able to manoeuvre through systems with confident humility. I'm internally empowered.

Why would you recommend joining Different?

The thought and care that has gone into shaping the guest speakers, master classes and experiences are upper tier and no nonsense.

Sarah Lal

Chief People and Culture Officer (started Different as Director of People and Culture)

West Midlands Combined Authority