Circle Steele is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Wai Yin Society, where she has extensive
experience involving and collaborating with diverse and community-based organisations.
Beyond her role at Wai Yin, Circle actively contributes as an executive on a number of boards and
frontline networks, passionately advocating for cultural diversity, health equality, and bringing social
change, while championing under-represented groups. Her lived experience as a public contributor
with health and well-being issues further fuels her dedication to ensuring equitable access to
healthcare and support for East Asian and ethnically diverse communities.
In 2022, Circle was recognised as an advisory group member of the Uncertain Futures Project, led by
Manchester Art Gallery, which won Promotion of Equality and Social Justice Award at The
Manchester Culture Awards. In 2023, as a member of the Black Asian and Minority Ethnic Research
Advisory Group (BRAG), working with Vocal, Circle received Community Initiative of the Year at
the National BAME Health and Care Awards. In 2024, Circle was recognised at The Spirit of
Manchester Awards, as an inspirational and influential individual who has made Manchester her
adopted home.
Circle Steele is a sector leader fully committed to promoting equality, inclusiveness, and social justice
in the UK.