Ruth Hunt confirmed as Stonewall’s new Chief Executive
By Sam Rigby
Ruth Hunt has been confirmed as Stonewall’s new Chief Executive.
She will take on the role on a permanent basis after serving as temporary CEO since February, following Ben Summerskill’s departure the previous month.
On her new role, Hunt said: “I’m delighted to have been given the opportunity to lead Stonewall, a highly-respected organisation that is synonymous with achieving equal rights for lesbian, gay and bisexual people.
“It is full of committed, intelligent and creative people and I am very pleased to be heading up such a talented team. There are so many opportunities ahead, as well – of course – as challenges.
“I look forward to working with Stonewall’s many partners to develop what the team and my predecessors have already achieved, to advance equality and challenge discrimination both throughout the UK and abroad. These goals we share with the lesbian, gay and bisexual community and it’s fundamental that we work together to achieve them.”
Jan Gooding, Stonewall’s Chair of Trustees, said that Hunt – who joined Stonewall as a Senior Policy Officer in 2005 – has “amply demonstrated that she has the right skills and experience” to lead the organisation.
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