Following a comprehensive and open search process, Galop’s Board of Trustees has appointed two co-leaders to champion Galop’s life-saving work.

Jasmine and Ben said:

“We are delighted to be appointed as co-CEOs of Galop. As the LGBT+ community faces some of its biggest challenges in decades, we look forward to working with the Galop team and our partners across all sectors to make the biggest possible difference for the survivors and victims of violence and abuse.”

In this exciting move, Galop will be jointly led by two experienced CEOs in a co-leadership model, where decision-making, power, and responsibility are shared between Ben and Jasmine.

Lenna Cumberbatch, Galop’s Chair of Trustees, said:

“The charity sector as a whole is facing enormous pressure and, at a time when the LGBT+ community is navigating a particularly challenging and hostile environment, it is more important than ever for Galop to be ambitious as we look to the future. The Board believes co-leadership offers an exciting model for Galop to grow, as we take an inclusive approach to developing our new strategy.

“Together, Jasmine and Ben bring a breadth of valuable experience, insight, and networks, and we look forward to their joint leadership of Galop.”

Ben will continue leading Galop as Interim CEO until Jasmine officially joins the organisation around the end of October.

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