Background, Coaching & Training Experience
Mahmoud Assy is a seasoned Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consultant, cross-cultural trainer, and human rights activist. He is
dedicated to promoting inclusivity and dismantling systemic barriers within organisations. His rich experiences as a refugee and member of both the LGBTQIA+ and Arab-Muslim communities have shaped his deep understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented groups. Mahmoud is fluent in six languages, which enables him to
effectively connect with diverse audiences globally.
Specialisations:
● Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
● Unconscious Bias & Inclusive Leadership
● LGBTQIA+ Workplace Inclusion
● Intercultural Intelligence
● Generational Diversity
● Inclusive Hiring
His key skills are :
● Spearheads DEI initiatives, offering training and consulting services to help organizations
become more inclusive and equitable.
● Designs and implements DEI programs tailored to clients’ needs, addressing issues such as
unconscious bias, cultural diversity, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
● Provides strategic guidance to organizations on dismantling systemic barriers that exclude
marginalized voices.
Things to see
- Watch him host his podcast ‘Working with Identities’ here
- Vodafone video on REACH (Race, Ethnicity, Cultural Heritage) click here
- El Mundo Panel on Diversity and Integration click here
- El País article about inclusion click here
- Influyentes magazine feature click here
- Panel discussion on mentorship and inclusion click here
Client History and Assignments Include: Inditex | L’Oréal | Globant | Western Union | Vodafone | Socialpoint | Bunge | WWF | Oxfam | European Environmental Bureau (EEB) | Friends of the Earth Europe | Transport & Environment | BirdLife International | Fundación Mariano | Global Witness | Sci4Change | Volies | Seas at Risk | Mondragon Unibertsitatea | ClientEarth | Coordinadora de la Marcha Social | Conseil Cambra de la Noguera | ECOS
Approach & Benefits
Mahmoud Assy works with organizations to foster more inclusive environments by addressing systemic patterns of exclusion. He equips leaders, teams, and individuals with the tools and knowledge needed to recognize and transform these patterns. Through targeted training sessions, Mahmoud helps businesses develop strategies for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), while also guiding individuals in realizing their potential and creating more collaborative, productive workspaces. ,
The benefits of Mahmoud’s approach include:
- Understanding Systemic Exclusion: Identifying and analysing the systemic barriers that prevent diverse groups from fully participating in decision-making processes.
- Empowering Change Agents: Providing leaders and employees with the strategies to drive meaningful change within their organizations.
- Cultural and Intercultural Intelligence: Utilizing insights from various cultural backgrounds to improve communication and collaboration within diverse teams.
- Inclusive Leadership Development: Guiding leaders to develop styles that not only align with but also promote organizational DEI values.
- Bias and Prejudice Management: Offering tools to recognize, understand, and minimize the impact of unconscious biases and prejudices on workplace dynamics.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Building stronger, more inclusive communication channels between individuals, teams, and stakeholders, thereby improving overall organizational performance.
Mahmoud employs a blend of methodologies, including data-driven DEI analysis, resilience techniques, and intercultural training, to ensure that his clients are not only aware of the challenges but are also equipped to overcome them, thereby leading their organizations toward greater inclusivity and success.
Selected Testimonials
“Eufonía has assisted us at the Oxfam EU office tremendously in understanding what practices,
policies, and prejudices stood in our way of becoming a more diverse team. After carefully diving deep
into our ways of working, he pointed out where & what we can change to not only attract but also
retain colleagues and increase diversity & inclusion in our office. In all his interactions with the team
& the office management, he was clear, assertive as well as kind and understanding. Mahmoud puts in
a great deal of effort to follow up and provide ‘after care’. Working with him was one of the highlights
of the past year for us!” Evelien Van Roemburg, Head of Policy and Advocacy, Oxfam International
“What an amazing session: inclusive, emotional, empowering and impactful. I would like to THANK
YOU for sharing your ideas, your message and your story with us, to help raise awareness and
acceptance in the workplace and beyond. I believe that many companies could benefit from this type of
session.” – Adrienn Láng, Global Corporate Responsibility Manager, _VOIS:
“It was a great session, sharing your perspectives, insight and resources was super helpful. The
knowledge, experience you have so helpful to what is a difficult subject – but I feel emboldened.” – Tessa McLoughlin, Global Leader in Talent, Leadership and Development, Vodafone
Training Courses
- Leadership and Management
- Project Management
- NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming)
- Constructive Conversations
- Motivational Interviewing
- Team Building
- Managing Stress
- Continuous Improvement
- Investigative Interviewing
- Coaching Skills
- Appreciative Inquiry
Assignments
- Program Director – Conecta Migrants and Refugees. Leads programs aimed at creating and supporting resilient communities for migrants and
refugees, focusing on mentorship and overcoming systemic challenges. Bridge for Billions | Madrid, Spain | June 2023 – Sept 2024 - Program Manager. Managed programs designed to empower social entrepreneurs (ESO) by providing them with the tools to create impactful change in their communities. Bridge for Billions | Madrid, Spain | July 2022 – June 2023
- Human Rights Educator and Speaker . Conducted educational sessions on human rights, focusing on the rights and challenges of refugees and marginalized communities. CEAR | Barcelona, Spain | September 2019 – July 2022
- Cross-Cultural Trainer . ● Facilitated cross-cultural training sessions, helping participants understand and navigate cultural differences in professional and social settings. Kudwa | Barcelona, Spain | May 2020 – June 2021
- Arabic-English Specialist & Business English Trainer – Provided language training to professionals, enhancing their communication skills in English and Arabic. Italki & Skyeng | September 2018 – April 2021