“I saw you speak at a breakfast talk in London. I have to say that I was probably at best neutral to the world of transgender before the talk and I was certainly interested to know more. “I can honestly say that watching you speak changed me as a person. I came away wanting to enlighten other people as much as I could about the subject and I have since embarked on a quest to raise...
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“Sophie is a passionate, articulate, witty speaker on mental health and wellbeing. She is confident, forthright and knowledgeable. “She brings a mix of her personal history alongside an admirable political awareness to inform, spark debate and raise awareness. “I would have no hesitation in recommending her as a speaker for any event.” Helen Jones CEO MindOut If...
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“The LGBT Leaders committee wanted to say a huge thank you for speaking on the LGBT women in business panel and for stepping in last minute for the trans panel too last Saturday. The feedback we received from the attendees was incredible; they said your advice and words were invaluable which reminded us why we organise this conference every year. In total we welcomed around 150 LGBT...
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“Sophie Cook is an inspiration. As a speaker she has the ability of telling her story openly, honestly and with a balance of grace and humour. “As well as sharing her journey of coming out as a trans woman in the male dominated world of football to challenging a Tory ‘safe seat’ in the 2017 general election – Sophie also talks candidly about her ongoing battles with...
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“I was delighted you could join us for the closing panel at the Rainbow Laces Summit and share your story and experiences as a role model with leaders from across sport on the day. Your honest and articulate contribution really brought to life the personal impact of not feeling welcome or accepted whatever your role in sport, and how much of a difference vocal support and an open culture...
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Because I don’t have feedback forms after my speeches it’s always lovely when an event organiser shares the comments that they receive with me. Following my recent speech for Bedfordshire Police at their Hate Crime Conference in Luton I was delighted and a little emotional at receiving an email containing the following feedback: ‘Sharp and witty delivery.’ ‘Inspirational and was...
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