Keynote Speaker | LGBTQ+ Inclusion Excellence – Mischa Oak | LGBTQ+ Inclusion Keynotes & Training

One of the Top TEDx Talks in the World, 2025 - TED Editor's Pick

Mischa Oak | LGBTQ+ Inclusion Keynotes & Training | Canada & Worldwide

I teach organizations to

Reach your full potential TOGETHER.

2SLGBTQ+ inclusion amplifies
excellence for EVERYONE.

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"I loved your engaging content and the super fun communication style."

Julia Rivard, CEO
Shoelace Learning
Halifax

"Excellent! So tailord and relevant to our industry!"

Aimee Therrien, Executive Director
Music Managers Forum Canada
Toronto

"You are brilliant and such a gift to us."

Katherine Oviatt,
Assistant Superintendent
Vernon Schools

"Learning at its best!"

G.H., Indigenous Educational Leadership
Nelson

"This was the best talk we've had in years."

R.S., HR Manager
Kootenay-Columbia

"So grateful! So informative and respectful - you provided a safe environent for us all to learn and understand."

Laurel Wright, Manager
Berwick Retirement
Victoria

"You nailed it! I'm looking forward to incorporating your ideas into my work."

Kwaku Anning, Innovator
Retro Futurism Consulting
San Diego

"Everyone took something away from your talk and left wanting more."

R.M., SOGI 123 Lead
Richmond

"I never looked at inclusion that way before. You've totally changed my perspective. Wow."

N.B., Bell Performing Centre for the Arts
Surrey

"You brought warmth, compassion and practical guidance to this important subject. Highly recommend!"

Johanna Mills, Communications
UBC
Vancouver

"Your talk spans all ages and disciplines and I think everyone needs to have the opportunity to hear this important information."

D.E., CPTC Canada
Penticton

"Even the most conservative viewpoints would be able to hear your message. Great balance of fact and personal. Great enthusiasm, it's infectious."

R.T., Director of Instruction
Qualicum

"This is the start of new beginnings for present and future queer people in our community."

S.W., Wellness Coordinator,
Mikisew Cree First Nation
Fort Chipewyan, Alberta

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One of the Top TEDx Talks in the World, 2025 - TED Editor's Pick

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2SLGBTQ+ inclusion amplifies excellence for EVERYONE.

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SPEAKING TOPICS

Topic #1: How to be a Confident Ally

Topic #2: How to Deliver Rainbow-Ready Service

Topic #3: How LGBTQ+ Life Lessons Make Every Life Better

Topic #1: How to be a Confident 2SLGBTQ+ Ally

for General Audiences

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Establish a baseline culture of 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion.

Mischa Oak's celebrated talk that started it all.

Build your team's 2SLGBTQ+ understanding, awareness and allyship.

Gain compassion and manageable steps for all comfort levels to start making a meaningful difference right away.

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◦ 2SLGBTQ+ identities & experiences

◦ The complexity of gender and sexuality

◦ Understanding our own biases

◦ Move beyond conflict and misunderstanding

◦ Create a culture of harmony and maximum potential

◦ The Ally Pro Tips to start making a difference right away

◦ How to climb the Allyship Ladder

Topic #2: How to Deliver Rainbow-Ready Service

for Client and Customer Service Providers

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Deliver care that includes everyone.

Tailored to give client-facing service providers the awareness, language and insights to say and do the right things.

Ensure everyone who walks through your doors feels safe, welcome, and included.

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◦ Understand 2SLGBTQ+ identities and realities

◦ How to check your biases and maintain professional allyship

◦ What to say to make every identity feel safe, welcome and loyal

◦ Avoid "outing" people and putting your foot in your mouth

◦ The Rainbow-Ready Service Pro Tips

Topic #3: How LGBTQ+ Life Lessons Make Every Life Better

for Thought Leaders

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Discover Strategic Advantages & Inspiration.

Based on Mischa Oak’s celebrated TEDx talk and upcoming international book, this keynote offers evidence-based insights and a hopeful lens on the Queer Community—giving you the confidence to lead with innovation, shift culture, and unlock our collective potential.

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◦ A fresh, optimistic view of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community as a source of shared potential

◦ Learn LGBTQ+ Life Lessons for better living, leading, and connection

◦ Bust out of “normal” and embrace innovation

◦ Inclusion as a powerful strategic advantage

◦ Build stronger communities and workplaces

◦ Gain confidence to lead and live boldly

◦ Culture-shifting insights to spark real change

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I teach organizations to

Reach your full potential TOGETHER.

2SLGBTQ+ inclusion amplifies
excellence for EVERYONE.

"I loved your engaging content and the super fun communication style."

"Excellent! So tailord and relevant to our industry!"

"You are brilliant and such a gift to us."

"Learning at its best!"

"This was the best talk we've had in years."

"So grateful! So informative and respectful - you provided a safe environent for us all to learn and understand."

"You nailed it! I'm looking forward to incorporating your ideas into my work."

"Everyone took something away from your talk and left wanting more."

"I never looked at inclusion that way before. You've totally changed my perspective. Wow."

"You brought warmth, compassion and practical guidance to this important subject. Highly recommend!"

"Your talk spans all ages and disciplines and I think everyone needs to have the opportunity to hear this important information."

"Even the most conservative viewpoints would be able to hear your message. Great balance of fact and personal. Great enthusiasm, it's infectious."

"This is the start of new beginnings for present and future queer people in our community."

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