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Jake Graf
Resilience
LGBTQ+
Diversity and Inclusion
Transform workplace inclusion with Jake Graf, speaker, award-winning transgender advocate and filmmaker. Jake works with organisations to improve LGBTQ+ representation, mental health awareness, and trans inclusion, delivering powerful insights through films screened at over 100 international festivals.
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Jake Graf is an award-winning actor, writer, and director from London, whose work has earned international acclaim for its authentic representation of underrepresented communities. With a career spanning over a decade, Jake uses film as a powerful tool to promote acceptance, understanding, and inclusivity, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community.
His first nine short films have garnered awards at over 100 festivals globally, establishing him as a prominent voice in the world of queer cinema.
Currently, Jake is working on his debut feature film, Lavender, in collaboration with BAFTA-nominated MisFits Entertainment, alongside two television drama pilots with strong LGBTQ+ themes. His acting credits include roles in ITV’s Butterfly, BBC’s Doctors, and starring alongside Keira Knightley in Colette.
Through his films, Jake brings rarely seen characters and stories to life, and his work is frequently used as an educational resource in schools, universities, and prisons worldwide.
Jake’s commitment to promoting positive representation goes beyond film, as he is a passionate public speaker, regularly addressing issues around LGBTQ+ inclusion, mental health, and the importance of supporting trans colleagues in the workplace. He also works as a brand consultant and has contributed opinion pieces to publications such as The Evening Standard, Cosmopolitan, and Attitude Magazine.
A patron of charities including Mermaids, AKT Charity, and Ditch The Label, Jake is also a judge for prestigious awards such as the European Diversity Awards and the National Diversity Awards.
Alongside his wife, Hannah Graf, he has become one of the UK’s most high-profile transgender advocates. Together, they have shared their personal journey through media appearances, including the Channel 4 documentary Our Baby: A Modern Miracle, and continue to inspire audiences through their candid discussions on gender, family life, and the power of inclusion.
Jake can be booked for individual talks, or as a duo with Hannah.
Topics, sessions and talks
Join award-winning actor, writer, and director Jake Graf for an insightful conversation on his personal journey as a transgender man, the power of representation in media, and advocating for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Drawing from his acclaimed films and lived experiences, Jake brings authenticity, warmth, and inspiration to every talk. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how to foster inclusivity and create positive change both in the workplace and beyond.
Book Jake Graf to inspire your team with his powerful insights on LGBTQ+ representation and inclusion. His compelling storytelling and personal journey foster understanding and acceptance, empowering your organisation to drive meaningful change. Engage with a speaker who combines creativity and advocacy, leaving your audience energised and motivated.
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Jake Graf draws on his career as a filmmaker and actor to frame talks around personal narrative, using his own transition and the stories behind his films as illustrative case studies for broader points on LGBTQ+ inclusion and workplace diversity.
Jake Graf speaks on transgender experience, LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace, and representation in media. His films have screened at over 100 festivals globally, with acting credits including ITV's Butterfly, BBC's Doctors, and a role alongside Keira Knightley in Colette.
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