DEI, Anti-Racism & Gender Equality Consultant & Keynote Speaker
Put inclusion into practice in leadership decisions and everyday work.
I am a DEI consultant and keynote speaker based in Canada, with deep expertise in gender equality, anti-racism and disability inclusion. My diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consulting connects staff-informed strategy with leadership, policies, processes and systems. I also support diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), with explicit attention to racial barriers and inequities.
Your challenges. Practical assignments.
DEI commitments need a practical direction
Projects & assignmentsEquity assessments, DEI strategies, anti-racism action plans and accountability frameworks
Intended benefitsA focused roadmap with clear priorities, responsibilities and ways to track progress.
Gender equality is inconsistently addressed
Projects & assignmentsGender equality audits, Gender-Based Analysis Plus, gender mainstreaming and gender-responsive policy and program design
Intended benefitsGender equality considerations built into decisions, policies and program delivery.
Employees or customers encounter accessibility barriers
Projects & assignmentsDisability inclusion consultations, barrier assessments, accommodation process reviews and accessible technology planning
Intended benefitsA prioritized view of accessibility barriers and practical steps to improve access and support.
Decolonization commitments need practical application
Projects & assignmentsOrganizational assessments, research and policy reviews, facilitated learning, tools and action plans
Intended benefitsShared understanding and practical ways to examine power, assumptions and organizational practices.
Your organization needs to advance reconciliation work thoughtfully
Projects & assignmentsOrganizational learning and planning alongside appropriate Indigenous expertise and partners
Intended benefitsClearer organizational responsibilities and next steps informed by appropriate Indigenous expertise.
Leaders and committees need clearer responsibilities
Projects & assignmentsExecutive advisory, inclusion committee development, policy implementation and progress reporting
Intended benefitsLeaders and committees equipped to own commitments and report on progress.
People want to support gender equality but need practical ways to contribute
Projects & assignmentsGender equality allyship workshops, engaging men and boys, and practical guidance for leaders, colleagues and employee groups
Intended benefitsPractical ways for leaders and employees to support gender equality and take shared responsibility for inclusion.
International education and research organization
Global Gender Equality Leader
Audited gender equality across country offices and central leadership, then worked with leaders, staff and students to develop and implement locally relevant inclusion plans. Delivered training, established a women-in-STEM initiative and secured funding, strengthening partnerships, organizational visibility and support for gender-responsive programs.
Impact: Gender equality was integrated into country plans and programs, with new funding and partnerships secured to support women in STEM.
“Karen is an exceptional colleague and professional, a true expert in Gender Equality. She is quick to understand the dynamics of different organizations, ensuring the work she does is contextual and relevant. She brings a high degree of tact, diplomacy and cross-cultural sensitivity. She has a rare ability to synthesize and analyze vast amounts of information and deliver the findings in a succinct Gender Audit Report with strong, clear recommendations for action.”
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Deep expertise. Real-world perspective.
Karen brings more than 25 years of global experience in gender equality, anti-racism and inclusion. She has established an anti-racism and DEI function, led gender equality audits and multi-country strategies, and worked across departments to put commitments into practice. She combines specialist expertise with leadership advisory, learning and implementation support.
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Build the skills to put change into practice.
Consulting assignments can include individual or team coaching to strengthen leadership, communication and trust.
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I offer keynotes and workshops on DEI, anti-racism, gender equality and turning inclusion into organizational action.
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What does a DEI consultant do?
A DEI consultant helps an organization identify barriers, establish priorities and improve the policies, practices and responsibilities that shape people’s experiences.
Can we begin with a specific issue?
Yes. An engagement can focus on a particular priority, such as anti-racism, gender equality or disability inclusion, while considering its wider organizational connections.
Do you offer gender equality audits and Gender-Based Analysis Plus?
Yes. I support gender equality audits and Gender-Based Analysis Plus to examine how policies, programs and practices affect people differently and inform practical recommendations.
Can we book you as a consultant or keynote speaker on this topic?
Yes. I support consulting assignments as well as keynotes and workshops for organizations in Canada and internationally. Use the enquiry link to discuss your project or event.
Can you help leaders and employees practise gender equality allyship?
Yes. I support learning and facilitated conversations on recognizing barriers, sharing responsibility, engaging men and boys, and translating support for gender equality into everyday actions.
Develop an approach your organization can understand, implement and sustain.
On our introductory call, we’ll discuss your priorities, the support you need and whether working together is the right fit.
Book a free introductory call ↗ Consulting · Fractional · Interim & contract · Full-time leadership