Tania Gerard becomes Board Member for UnderOne.

Driving Change at UnderOne Festival: Why 2025 is a Must-Attend Event

I am incredibly proud to serve as an Advisory Board member for UnderOne Festival and the UnderOne Diversity and Inclusion Awards. These initiatives are more than events; they’re movements dedicated to implementing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across the UK. Recently, I had the privilege of sitting down with some of the brilliant minds on the board to reflect on our successes from last year and brainstorm exciting ideas for the future.

Our shared vision is this: to create a space where EDI initiatives thrive, where neurodivergent individuals feel safe and valued, and where technology can transforms lives. UnderOne Festival is not just an event; it’s a chance for change, and 2025 promises to be our most impactful year yet.

Why UnderOne 2025 is the Event for You

If you’re passionate about EDI/DEI initiatives, connected to someone who is neurodivergent, or curious about the groundbreaking technology shaping inclusive futures, then UnderOne 2025 is an event you can’t afford to miss. Here’s a glimpse of what makes UnderOne Festival so unique:

• Workshops Tailored to Drive Real Change
  These sessions are designed to go beyond theory, offering practical tools and strategies to implement meaningful change in your workplace, community, or personal life.

• Top Speakers
  Expect to hear from industry leaders, changemakers, and inspiring professionals — including yours truly! These sessions provide invaluable insights and actionable takeaways.

• Innovative Startups Making a Difference
  UnderOne Festival is a hub for startups using technology to create life-changing solutions for neurodivergent individuals and their allies.

• Exhibitions Showcasing Life-Changing Tools
  The exhibition space is a treasure trove of tools, ideas, and products that enhance accessibility and inclusivity in everyday life.

• Unmissable Networking Opportunities
  Connect with like-minded professionals, thought leaders, and innovators. These connections could create collaborations and initiatives that drive EDI forward.

• And Much More!
  From inspiring stories to transformative experiences, UnderOne Festival is packed with opportunities to learn, grow, and lead change.

Celebrating Success and Looking Forward

As we gear up for UnderOne 2025, I’m thrilled to share that I made a little cameo in the 2024 promo video! 🎥 You can check it out here. It’s a fun reminder of the incredible journey we’re on and the momentum we’re building.

A big shoutout to my fellow Advisory Board members, including Alan Holmes, David R. Taylor, Funmi Williams, Henrique Zanin, Jon Hering, Kevin Withane (FRSA), Kim Sabate, Lawrence Heming, Lydiah Igweh, Michael Adu, Sarah Stephenson-Hunter FRSA, and Sybil Taunton, for their invaluable contributions. I’m also excited to reconnect with other brilliant minds like Matt Foster, Neila Butt, Dr. Asif Sadiq MBE, Dr. Noémie Hermeking, Christina Murdock, Elisa Roy Watts, Neslihan E., Deborah Richards, Rachele Focardi, Denise Keating, Benjah Pozi-Quansah, Cameron McKinnon, Shauna R., Zoiey S., and Misha B.

Join the Movement

Mark your calendars for UnderOne 2025 and join us in building a better tomorrow. Together, we can make a difference.

I hope to see you there! 💡

Tania