Hugh O’Keeffe

As a Diversity and Inclusion Lead at enei, Hugh focuses on connecting broad organisational development with individual lived experience to foster genuine inclusion. He supports enei members by leading initiatives ranging from policy development and practice to tailored training and consultancy.

Hugh joined enei with significant experience in management and service delivery within LGBT+ non-profit organisations. His expertise spans organisational governance, safeguarding, and risk management, always approached with a diverse and intersectional perspective that benefits enei’s work. Hugh graduated from the University of Western Australia (BSc Neuroscience and Linguistics) before moving to London.

His commitment extends beyond his professional role; Hugh is currently the Chair of the Board of Co-Directors for Studio Lutalica, a non-profit, Queer and feminist design agency dedicated to empowering women and LGBTQ+ people. He previously served as Chair of Trustees for the Muscle Help Foundation, bringing leadership experience from community organisations. Underlying his work is a strong curiosity and a desire to ensure all individuals are part of supportive environments where they can flourish.