Let’s talk about what it really means to be transgender
Most people have a general idea of what ‘transgender’ means – but what about the lived reality? The day-to-day experience? The quiet pressures, the big decisions, the impact on work and relationships?
It’s easy to feel unsure what to say – or worry about saying the wrong thing. That fear can get in the way of the conversations that really matter.
At Belonging Base, we create safe spaces to explore those conversations. Our talks aren’t lectures – they’re honest, human sessions led by people who’ve lived through it and supported others along the way.
What’s covered?
We speak openly about:
🏳️⚧️ The emotional and social impact of transitioning
🏳️⚧️ The strain it can put on relationships with family and friends
🏳️⚧️ Challenges in accessing medical support
🏳️⚧️ Online abuse, media narratives, and real-world safety
🏳️⚧️ The role the workplace can play – for better or worse
We talk about what it means to show up to work carrying all of this – and how much of a difference it makes when your workplace offers genuine support and inclusion.
Who Are We?
Why It Matters
What We Offer
We’re Sophie and Danielle Wood – a couple, business partners, and inclusion professionals with decades of experience in people, culture and HR.
Sophie transitioned over a decade ago. Danielle supported her personally and professionally through every stage of that journey. We speak from both perspectives – what it’s like to transition, and what it’s like to walk beside someone you love while they do.
Together, we’ve worked with organisations large and small. Sophie has been part of national-level consultation work and contributed to the CIPD guidance on Trans and Non-Binary Inclusion at Work.
What We Offer
Why It Matters
What We Offer
🎤 All Things Trans – Ask Anything
A one-hour, facilitated session with Sophie. A safe space to ask the questions people are often too nervous to voice – and get honest, kind answers. Cost £600
👥 All Things Trans – Seeing Both Sides
A 90-minute talk with both Sophie and Danielle, offering a joint perspective on transitioning and how it affects work, relationships and belonging. Cost £1000
📝 Policy and Best Practice Review
Make sure your documents and processes offer real inclusion, not just good intentions.
💬 1:1 Coaching for Transition Support
Tailored, human support for anyone involved in the transition process – whether you're the one transitioning, a colleague, or a manager.
Cost £100 per hour, £500 for 6 hours
Why It Matters
Why It Matters
Why It Matters
🩵 Because real inclusion means moving past assumptions and listening to lived experience.
🩷 Because too many trans people are still navigating work in survival mode.
🤍 And because you have the chance to be part of changing that.
TALK: ALL THINGS TRANS - ASK ANYTHING
Supporting you to Support the Trans Person in your Workplace
We know how daunting the transition from one gender to another in the workplace can be for all involved.
We want it to be as smooth and supported as possible.
From our lived personal and professional experience we crafted this guidance that we would like to gift to anyone who needs it.
BELONGING BITE-SIZED
WHY ARE WE TALKING ABOUT THIS?
Bite No 1 of 7 - Introductions and Setting the Scene
BEING TRANSGENDER AND MENTAL HEALTH
Bite No 2 of 7 - What's the reality around being transgender and mental health struggles
ASPECTS OF THE TRANSITION
Bite No 3 of 7 - There are so many things to consider, join us to a deeper dive.
TRANSGENDER INCLUSIVE LANAGUAGE
Bite No 4 of 7 - In this episode we demystify some points and simplify the subject
IMPACT ON FAMILIES
Bite No 5 of 7 - In this episode we look what impact coming out as transgender can have on families
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR BUSINESSES - PART 1
Bite No 6 of 7 - In this episode we start to take a look at what businesses can do to support their employees
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR BUSINESSES - PART 2
Bite No 7 of 7 - In this episode we start to take a look at what businesses can do to support their employees
Being Transgender - misconceptions and Myths Part 1
This is Bite No 10 of 12 we created during PRIDE Month.
The whole series is available via the 'Our Voice' tab on this website.
BEING TRANSGENDER - MISCONCEPTIONS AND MYTHS PART 2
This is Bite No 11 of 12 we created during PRIDE Month.
The whole series is available via the 'Our Voice' tab on this website.
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