L’myah Sherae is a trailblazing advocate for racial equality and social justice, and the Founder of Enact Equality, a leading UK-based non-profit that works with high-profile individuals and organisations to drive progress on race and equality. She also founded the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Race Equality in Education, where she collaborates with cross-party MPs and peers to influence national education policy. Deeply shaped by her lived experiences as a Black British woman, L’myah channels her personal journey into her professional mission—using her voice to amplify marginalised communities and demand systemic change. As a racial equality speaker, she covers a wide range of powerful topics, including racial justice in education, Black hair discrimination, inclusive policymaking, and the role of representation in politics.
L’myah’s path to becoming a leading voice in racial equality began with academic excellence, graduating with a master’s degree in International Relations and Politics from the University of Cambridge. Her political career launched with her appointment at the House of Lords, where she worked under Lord Bird MBE, co-founder of The Big Issue. There, she led a team of researchers to develop the UK Wellbeing of Future Generations Bill, a forward-thinking piece of legislation still progressing through Parliament. She also worked in the House of Commons in the Private Office of former Labour Party Leader, Jeremy Corbyn, and was elected to the Houses of Parliament Staff Equality Committee for Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage—demonstrating her longstanding commitment to inclusion within political institutions.
Her impact has not gone unnoticed. In 2018, L’myah received the Outstanding Woman Award for her efforts to advance equality in politics. She is a respected media contributor, frequently offering policy insights on platforms like Sky News, BBC, ITV, Channel 5, and LBC Radio. Most notably, her campaigning played a key role in the introduction of national guidance against Afro-hair discrimination in UK schools—an achievement that reflects both her influence and the tangible outcomes of her activism. She has also featured on the Don’t Call Me Exotic and Ham & High podcasts, further extending her reach.
Whether discussing the systemic barriers facing Black students, the importance of diverse leadership in public life, or how policies can better reflect lived experiences, L’myah captivates audiences with insight, clarity, and purpose. Her speaking engagements are grounded in both expert policy knowledge and personal authenticity, making her uniquely equipped to inspire action and drive change. With her unmatched blend of experience, leadership, and passion, L’myah is frequently sought after by schools, corporations, and public bodies—because when she speaks on racial equality, people listen, learn, and are compelled to act.
