Khembe Clarke is a social justice and anti-racist champion, a seasoned facilitator, trainer, and EDI consultant—a passionate catalyst for change, dedicated to building workplaces and communities where everyone feels truly valued and heard.
With over two decades of experience in Learning and Development, Khembe’s heart lies in creating spaces where equity, inclusion, and diversity aren’t just buzzwords, but lived realities.
As the driving force behind Kemcan Training and Consultancy Ltd, she crafts bespoke training experiences that speak directly to the unique challenges and aspirations of her clients. Her rich background in Further Education, including years of leadership and teaching, fuels her belief that education is a powerful tool for fairness and respect.
Her role as Deputy Director at Birmingham Professional Divercity allowed her to champion diverse talent, guiding businesses to see beyond the obvious and truly celebrate what makes each individual shine.
But Khembe’s impact extends well beyond her professional achievements. She is the visionary behind the Return To Your Roots Festival—a vibrant celebration that empowers people of African Caribbean heritage to reconnect with their authenticity and nurture their health and wellness through self-acceptance and self-love. This festival reflects her deep commitment to culture, health, community engagement, and empowerment.
Known for her warmth, emotional intelligence, and eloquence, Khembe brings those qualities into every boardroom and committee she serves on. Her dedication was recognised with the prestigious Black Female Achiever Award from BBC WM & BCC—a testament to the inspiring leader she is.
Khembe Clarke doesn’t just talk about change—she lives it, breathes it, and lights the way for others to follow.
When asked about the importance of teaching Black history, Khembé Clarke says:
“Black history is not just about a set of people; it is actually British history. You can’t teach one side and not the other. History is history.”
