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As a speaker, I share my personal experiences, aiming to empower and engage individuals across various sectors. I focus on creative leadership, community-building, and inclusivity, encouraging others to embrace diverse perspectives. My talks seek to inspire action and innovation, whether it’s within the arts, education, or leadership development.
watch my latest live.
TEDx walthamstow 2024.
In my TEDx talk, I explore how creativity transcends traditional boundaries, connecting diverse fields and experiences. I dive into how embracing these intersections can lead to transformative ideas and innovation. Through this talk, I aim to inspire others to break free from conventional thinking and harness the full power of creative collaboration.
Watch my TEDx talk now by clicking the video above.
christie’s lates: london pride.
I took part in an insightful panel discussion alongside artist and curator Victoria Cantons and author James Cahill, unpacking the complexities of identity, labeling, and artistic expression. The conversation explored how creators are often placed into categories—whether based on their background, identity, or artistic style—and the impact this has on their careers, creative freedom, and public perception. I shared my own experiences as a queer British South Asian artist and social entrepreneur, highlighting the challenges of balancing personal authenticity with external expectations. The panel also discussed the power of reclaiming labels as a means of self-definition, resisting industry gatekeeping, and fostering more inclusive creative spaces.
we create space.
I have been involved in several impactful discussions with We Create Space, addressing themes of identity, self-acceptance, and representation. In Loving Your Body as a Queer Person, I explored the challenges of body image within the LGBTQ+ community. In Growing Up LGBTQ+ in the UK: Telling Your QTIPOC Story, I shared personal experiences of navigating my queer identity as a person of color and the power of storytelling for change. In Who Am I?, I reflected on my journey as a London-based queer artist of South Asian heritage, emphasizing the importance of uplifting diverse creatives in the industry.
artist talks.
Throughout the years I have delivered artist talks to universities and colleagues. Sharing my practise and progression route in an attempt to inspire creatives in higher education the different possibilities out available in the industry. The talks touch on elements of practical art making, funding and the community building.
best life café where saira khan.
The final instalment of the podcast comes from the Best Life Café where Saira and Stuart catch up with experts providing activities and workshops. Special guests include relationship expert Annabelle Knight, Artist Ajay Pabial and laughing yoga instructor Louise Claire Gates.

the fearless summit.
On April 17th, 2020, I joined 100+ experts for a day of insight and inspiration, reconnecting with goals and dreams. I delivered two talks: The Intersections of Creativity—celebrating personal intersections as strengths while avoiding tokenism—and Making a Creative Living, a panel with ME (Art Clubbers CIC), Nene Parsotam (Vine Creatives), and MoChunks (Content Creator & Writer).
what the world thinks.
Thoughts from strangers by Samantha Hornsby. A not-for-profit audio project, that enables people to share their opinions about something they feel strongly about. I had the opportunity to share my ideas on developing a Creative Mindset. How innovation is the product of creative solutions and how these ideas will be our strongest assets post Covid-19.
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