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Keon West
Keon West, a social psychology professor, helps organisations replace diversity myths with evidence. An unconscious bias and inclusion speaker and former Rhodes Scholar, he wrote The Science of Racism and has published over sixty-five research papers.
Keon West is a Professor of Social Psychology who transforms complex research on identity, prejudice, and representation into practical insights for organisations navigating diversity challenges. His expertise is backed by over 65 published papers cited more than 1800 times in scientific literature.
With international roots spanning Trinidad, Jamaica, the USA, and France, Keon earned his doctorate as a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University. His acclaimed work includes the audiobook Skewed and his recent publication The Science of Racism. He regularly shares his expertise through the BBC, Channel 4, and various media outlets.
Keon helps organisations move beyond superficial diversity initiatives to implement evidence-based strategies that create genuine inclusion. His research-driven approach identifies hidden biases within workplace cultures and provides actionable frameworks for meaningful change, particularly valuable for companies facing increasing pressure to address systemic inequalities.
Audiences leave Keon's presentations with practical tools to recognise unconscious bias in decision-making, strategies to build truly inclusive teams, and data-backed approaches to measure progress on diversity initiatives rather than relying on intuition alone.
Book Keon for insights that bridge rigorous academic research with practical business applications, transforming how your organisation approaches diversity and inclusion.
Topics, sessions and talks
Professor Keon West, an acclaimed author and researcher in prejudice, addresses the contentious debate surrounding unconscious bias and its training. With billions spent on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, he explores whether unconscious biases are real, measurable, and impactful on behaviour. Attendees will gain clarity on the effectiveness of unconscious bias training and learn practical techniques that truly work, empowering them to confidently defend their decisions in this critical area.
Professor Keon West, a social psychologist and author of The Science of Racism, addresses the fear surrounding discussions on racism. He presents complex topics in a clear and engaging manner, drawing on rigorous scientific research. Attendees will gain confidence in discussing racism and enhance their understanding of bias, equipping them with the tools to engage in meaningful conversations. This session promises to transform how teams approach sensitive discussions on race and discrimination.
In this talk, Professor Keon West aims to empower ethnic minority teams, students, and volunteers. He emphasises the significance of positive role models, historical accuracy, and scientific facts. By addressing the realities of a racialised world, attendees will gain essential, evidence-based strategies to boost their confidence and achieve self-actualisation.
Professor Keon West transforms complex research on identity, prejudice, and representation into practical, evidence-based strategies that create genuine inclusion and help organisations move beyond superficial diversity initiatives. Book this Oxford-educated expert to equip your team with actionable frameworks for recognising unconscious bias, building truly inclusive teams, and measuring real progress on your diversity initiatives.
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