Sir Trevor Phillips

Sir Trevor Phillips OBE is a treasured British writer, broadcaster, and former politician, best known as the proud author of ‘Windrush: 75 Years of Modern Britain’. A passionate equality and human rights advocate, he has devoted his career to implementing positive change throughout society and is now working as the Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). Having appeared on television numerous times throughout his career on shows such as Trevor Phillips on Sunday, a Sunday morning talk show on Sky News, Trevor’s insightful knowledge is treasured by audiences of all ages and backgrounds. When looking to hire an experienced speaker who covers important topics such as Windrush, do not hesitate in hiring Trevor today.

A proud activist during his childhood, Trevor became the first Black President of the National Union of Students. Beginning his professional career as a Researcher for London Weekend Television, Trevor showcased his driven mentality before being promoted to their Head of Current Affairs in 1992. As the proud Producer and Presenter of The London Programme, his remarkable work was selected to be used for industry-leading organisations such as the BBC and Channel 4. Passionate to share his knowledge and experience growing up surrounded by the Windrush generation, Trevor and his brother Mike Phillips created the well-regarded book ‘Windrush: The Irresistible Rise of Multi-Racial Britain’ in 1998.

Sparking his keen passion to speak up about equality and human rights, Trevor has been part of treasured documentaries, including Things We Won’t Say About Race (That Are True). A man of many talents, he has also led the council which oversees the John Lewis Partnership as their respected President. Determined to implement positive change throughout society, Trevor also entered the political industry, most recognisably serving as Head of the Commission for Racial Equality and Chairman of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. An inspiration to audiences worldwide, Trevor has spoken on a wide range of equality topics throughout his remarkable career and has now become a must-see speaker for audiences of all backgrounds at a wide range of events.

An admired diversity and inclusion specialist, Sir Trevor Phillips OBE is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. In recognition of his illustrious career, Trevor was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the 1999 New Year Honours for his services to broadcast journalism. More recently, he received a knighthood in the 2022 New Year Honours for his services to equality and human rights. When looking to hire a transformative speaker to attend your future events, look no further than Trevor.