Social justice organisations work across some of society’s most complex and contested issues, from equality and human rights to criminal justice, migration, gender justice and discrimination. Their leaders need to remain connected to people with lived experience while building relationships with communities, policymakers, funders, campaigners and partner organisations.
The experience needed to lead these organisations does not always follow a conventional route. Lived experience, understanding of the communities an organisation works alongside and the ability to build trust can all shape what a successful appointment looks like. We work with you to consider how lived and learned experience should inform the brief, search and assessment process.
Our searches draw on deep-rooted relationships across social justice alongside wider networks in charities, public services, education and other purpose-led organisations. This allows us to reach people with direct experience of the cause and those bringing relevant professional expertise from different settings.
We have appointed leaders and trustees with lived experience at Chief Executive, executive and board level. Our track record spans equality, human rights, LGBTQ+ rights, gender justice, criminal justice, migration and social mobility.
