Equality & Human Rights Leadership – Policy, Campaigns & Research
In April 2025, I was honoured to attend and speak at #BHIVA25 this week at the National AIDS Trust and HIV Outcomes session on the future of HIV services in the UK. Our session explored what the future of HIV services in the UK could and should look like. We focused not just on viral… Continue reading On the future of HIV services and the key role of communities: my contributions at the British HIV Association Conference – BHIVA25.
I'm absolutely thrilled, and genuinely humbled, to share that I've been nominated for the "Positive Role Model Award for LGBT" at the National Diversity Awards 2025!Being recognised alongside such incredible individuals who tirelessly champion human rights, inclusion, equality, and social change is both inspiring and deeply moving. This nomination isn't just about me. It's a… Continue reading My Nomination for the National Diversity Awards 2025: thank you!
Three and a half months in, and 2025 has already been an exhilarating blend of meaningful professional and personal achievements, muddy gardening boots, new friendships, and lovely moments with family and community. Back in December, I shared my ambitious roadmap for the year - spanning karate milestones, leadership roles, advocacy campaigns, and personal development goals.… Continue reading 2025 Quarter 1 Progress Update – Black belts, new job, cherry blossoms, and 100kg stones: reflections from January to March.
This year, I completed my 2024 reading challenge and, out of 20+ books, I've selected seven impactful books that reshaped my thinking and actions in meaningful ways. Each one left me with a specific idea or lesson that I’ve carried forward. Here’s a quick summary of each book and the one thing that stuck with… Continue reading My 2024 Book Recommendations on Leadership & Self Improvement: 7 Lessons
Introduction As 2025 approaches, I’ve been reflecting in a previous Blog post on my 2024 - a year of falling, rising, and personal growth. Professionally, I led impactful initiatives like the LGBTQ+ Action Plan for Wales, the Stop HIV Stigma and Wales HIV Testing Week campaigns, while continuing my advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and HIV-related… Continue reading Looking Ahead: My resolutions and ambitions for 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on a year filled with purpose, progress, and personal growth. It has been a year working on transformative projects, deepening connections, and learning valuable lessons. Looking back, six key things stand out, each representing the milestones I’m proud of and foundations for future growth. The Ceccarelli… Continue reading My 2024 Year in Review: Six areas of achievements and growth
Working on the LGBTQ+ Action Plan for Wales has been one of the most meaningful experiences in my career. The Plan focuses on creating a more inclusive and equitable society for LGBTQ+ individuals in Wales, tackling key issues such as discrimination, healthcare access, and representation in education.In my role, I worked closely with Welsh Ministers… Continue reading Advancing Equality: My Work on the LGBTQ+ Action Plan for Wales
I am incredibly honoured to be included in the Pinc List 2024 as one of Wales’ most influential LGBTQ+ people - for the fourth year in a row! 🏳️🌈 To be named alongside so many remarkable LGBTQ+ leaders is both humbling and inspiring. As a gay immigrant here in Wales, this recognition carries a profound… Continue reading Proud to Be Included in the Pinc List 2024
Dr Alessandro Ceccarelli 