Roy Gluckman He/Him/His
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Expert, Leadership Facilitator & Keynote Speaker
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Roy Gluckman is a South African diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) specialist, leadership facilitator, keynote speaker and qualified attorney of the High Court of South Africa. With a background in law and extensive experience working with organisations across five continents, Roy brings a distinctive perspective to conversations about diversity, identity, culture, belonging and inclusive leadership.
Growing up in South Africa, Roy has witnessed the lasting impact of Apartheid and the complexities of a country shaped by a deeply troubled history, rich cultural diversity and ongoing socio-economic challenges. These experiences have fuelled his passion for helping individuals and organisations better understand their cultural identities, acknowledge historical inequalities and develop greater empathy, awareness and respect for one another.
Through his work, Roy helps organisations navigate the complexities of human differences and create environments where people feel heard, valued and included. With experience facilitating conversations for more than 100 organisations worldwide, he specialises in addressing sensitive and often uncomfortable workplace issues, encouraging meaningful dialogue and helping teams move beyond assumptions and stereotypes.
Roy's approach combines research-backed insights with practical experiences and interactive discussions. Known for his warm, engaging and inspiring presentation style, he creates an environment where audiences feel comfortable exploring challenging subjects, questioning their perspectives and learning from one another. His keynote content is continually informed by current research and evolving conversations around diversity, equity, inclusion and workplace culture.
His areas of expertise include unconscious bias, cultural intelligence, psychological safety, inclusive leadership, gender equity, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, disability and neurodiversity, generational differences and belonging. He also works with senior leadership teams to strengthen collaboration, build trust and develop the skills needed to lead increasingly diverse workforces.
Whether addressing a room of executives or engaging employees in an interactive session, Roy challenges audiences to look beyond differences, recognise the experiences of others and understand the role each individual plays in creating a more inclusive society and workplace.
