Expression of Interest 

Strawberry Words is expanding its pool of trusted freelance practitioners to support our growing programme of culturally humble, evidence-based DEI training and consultancy across the UK. We are inviting expressions of interest from experienced trainers and consultants who share our commitment to creating compassionate, equitable, and psychologically safe workplaces.

Please note: This call is to join our freelance pool. It does not guarantee work, but enables us to match you with suitable opportunities as they arise.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from freelancers with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• DEI training
• Anti-racism facilitation
• Cultural humility training
• DEI consultancy including audits, strategy development, and policy review

Essential Experience

You must be an experienced practitioner who can demonstrate either:
• A strong track record of delivering training to groups or organisations, or
• Meaningful experience in delivering consultancy projects in DEI-related fields

Values and Approach

To align with Strawberry Words’ work, you will need to embody:
• Compassion
• Grounded, evidence-based practice
• Anti-racist and equity-centred thinking
• Reflective and culturally humble facilitation
• Emotional intelligence
• Reliability and professionalism
• A non-judgemental, human approach

Potential Opportunities

Practitioners in our pool may be invited to support:
• One-off training delivery
• Co-facilitation
• Consultancy support (audits, listening exercises, strategy development)
• Train-the-trainer programmes

Practical Requirements

To join the pool, you must:
• Be UK-based
• Be registered as a sole trader
• Be comfortable delivering sessions remotely
• Be willing to travel when required
• Live within two hours of Birmingham
• Ideally be based in or near Birmingham for certain contracts

Day Rates

Typical freelance rates range from £500 to £750 per day, depending on the nature of the work and level of responsibility.

How to Apply

Please send the following to [email protected] :
• Your CV
• A short written statement or a brief video (2 minutes max and sent via an online link like WeTransfer) outlining your experience and approach
• A link to your LinkedIn profile 

Once reviewed, suitable applicants will be added to our freelance pool and may be contacted when relevant opportunities arise.