Le'Siran Edwards

Le'Siran Edwards' journey from frontline social work to international stages, published books, and sold-out national conferences exemplifies perseverance, purpose, and powerful impact—shaped by lived experience and a deep commitment to change.

With over 25 years of experience supporting children, families, and professionals, Edwards has become a respected voice in safeguarding, social work, and leadership coaching. A former performance poet turned powerhouse speaker, Edwards is the founder of the UK’s first and only National Black & Diverse Safeguarding Professionals Conference and the host of a #2-ranked podcast that amplifies real voices from the frontlines of care.

Edwards’ story is rooted in resilience. After navigating significant personal loss, racism, and bullying in the workplace, she rose through the ranks—transforming her challenges into a mission to create safer, braver, and more inclusive spaces for both professionals and the communities they serve.

A multi-award-winning coach, named Birmingham’s Best Coach three years running, Edwards is frequently invited to speak across corporate, public, and charitable sectors, with organizations such as Bumble, Crisis UK, and the British Association of Social Workers among those drawing on her insight. Her international speaking engagements further extend her reach—bringing her grounded, relatable message to global audiences. Her sessions are rich with practical takeaways and delivered with warmth, humor, and depth.

Edwards equips audiences to lead with confidence and compassion in high-pressure roles, prioritize wellbeing and boundaries in emotionally demanding environments, and foster inclusive workplaces that celebrate identity, representation, and belonging.

She also brings her love of storytelling into school settings. Her children's book, "Halo Hattie," stocked in libraries across the Midlands, anchors her engaging school visits, where dancing, games, and giveaways spark learning around identity, self-belief, and resilience.

Whether speaking to social workers, senior leaders, students, or educators, Edwards empowers every audience to reflect, rise, and lead forward with purpose.