Ben Hunte

Ben Hunte’s powerful journalism on LGBTQ rights, human rights, equality and transphobia has been recognised all over the world including in the form of an Out D’or Foreign Press Award in France. Known for his affinity for agenda-setting, Ben has worked with some of the world’s most prominent media platforms across the online, TV and radio sectors. BBC’s first ever LGBT Correspondent, Ben brought crucial stories regarding the negligence exhibited towards the LGBT community by governments to light. Now available to speak at a wide range of events, Ben addresses race, gender equality and LGBT-related subjects.

Ben’s educational qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham and a Master’s in Broadcast Journalism from City University of London. Having served as a Strategic Partner Manager at Google, Ben worked closely with Europe’s largest media houses and publishers. In his stint as Presenter for BBC Radio 4, Ben interviewed LGBT heroes such as Paul O’Grady and Stephen K Amos. Continuing his association with BBC, Ben has been an Africa Anchor, LGBT Correspondent and West Africa Correspondent at BBC News.

Throughout his career, Ben has uncovered some pivotal news stories that have gone viral. These include reports on the UK’s Equalities Minister’s anti-transgender agenda, trans people in Ukraine being stranded and the BBC’s intention to withdraw from the Stonewall Diversity Champions programme. For his work, Ben has received a myriad of prominent awards and commendations including being listed in Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2022, recipient of the One Young World Journalist of the Year award and being a Finalist in the Journalist of the Year category for PinkNews and British LGBT Awards.

A revered voice on LGBTQ related matters, Ben has delivered numerous impactful keynotes at organisations such as Proxima, London Business School, Gymshark and Cambridge University to name a few. Now, Ben may be hired to speak at your next event where he will share valuable expertise on LGBT+, equality and inclusion-related topics based on his illustrious career and his own personal experiences. Do not hesitate to hire Ben Hunte today!