Charles Edward Lord OBE JP

Ulster University is the UK and Ireland University of the Year (2024) with a national and international reputation for teaching excellence and research innovation.

The Council is the governing body of the University and is responsible for overseeing the institution’s activities, determining its future direction and fostering an environment in which institutional objectives are achieved and the potential of all learners is realised. Subject to the Charter and Statutes of the University… Show more

Ulster University is the UK and Ireland University of the Year (2024) with a national and international reputation for teaching excellence and research innovation.

The Council is the governing body of the University and is responsible for overseeing the institution’s activities, determining its future direction and fostering an environment in which institutional objectives are achieved and the potential of all learners is realised. Subject to the Charter and Statutes of the University, the Council takes all final decisions on matters of fundamental concern to the institution. Show less

OneBodyOneFaith is a dynamic grassroots charity that enables LGBT+ Christians and advocates for change within the church, ecumenically and intentionally in partnership with likeminded organisations.

For many LGBT+ Christians places of Christian worship and community remain harmful and challenging. OneBodyOneFaith is committed to stopping abuse through initiatives such as the Ban Conversion Therapy coalition; embracing positive change such as the advent of marriage equality in many… Show more

OneBodyOneFaith is a dynamic grassroots charity that enables LGBT+ Christians and advocates for change within the church, ecumenically and intentionally in partnership with likeminded organisations.

For many LGBT+ Christians places of Christian worship and community remain harmful and challenging. OneBodyOneFaith is committed to stopping abuse through initiatives such as the Ban Conversion Therapy coalition; embracing positive change such as the advent of marriage equality in many traditions; and the transformation of church structures. The charity’s desire is for LGBT+ Christians to thrive, not just survive. Show less

The Irish Society is a grant-giving charity working for the benefit of the North West of Northern Ireland, and operating on a cross community basis. Established by Royal Charter in 1613, the Society manages property, fishing, and other sporting rights in County Londonderry and has strong links to the City of Derry/Londonderry and Coleraine, particularly education and civil society organisations.

The University of Essex is a British public research university whose first and largest campus is near the town of Colchester, Essex. It was established in 1963 and received its Royal Charter in 1965.

The university's main campus is located within Wivenhoe Park in the English county of Essex, less than a mile from the town of Wivenhoe and two miles from the town of Colchester. Apart from the Wivenhoe Park campus, there is a rapidly developing campus in Southend-on-Sea (Essex's largest… Show more

The University of Essex is a British public research university whose first and largest campus is near the town of Colchester, Essex. It was established in 1963 and received its Royal Charter in 1965.

The university's main campus is located within Wivenhoe Park in the English county of Essex, less than a mile from the town of Wivenhoe and two miles from the town of Colchester. Apart from the Wivenhoe Park campus, there is a rapidly developing campus in Southend-on-Sea (Essex's largest town), and the East 15 Acting School is based in Loughton. The University's motto, "Thought the harder, heart the keener", is adapted from the Anglo-Saxon poem The Battle of Maldon. Show less

Established in 1985 by the German Chancellor, Helmut Kohl and UK Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, the British German Forum has become a prestigious annual Wilton Park event. Participants are chosen from a wide range of professions, including government, business, finance, media, academia and non-government organisations. Those selected represent future leaders in their respective fields.

Alumni include:
Chief of Staff to the UK Prime Minister
Vice President, Deutsche… Show more

Established in 1985 by the German Chancellor, Helmut Kohl and UK Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, the British German Forum has become a prestigious annual Wilton Park event. Participants are chosen from a wide range of professions, including government, business, finance, media, academia and non-government organisations. Those selected represent future leaders in their respective fields.

Alumni include:
Chief of Staff to the UK Prime Minister
Vice President, Deutsche Bank
British Ambassador to Berlin
Director of news and current affairs, BBC
MPs in the UK and Germany
Director International Government Affairs, American Express
Head of EU Institutions, European Central Bank
Foreign Editor, Handelsblatt
Director of Policy and Campaigns, Friends of the Earth
State Secretary for Science and Research, Germany
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The International Working Group (IWG) on Women & Sport is the world’s largest network dedicated to advancing gender equity and equality in sport, physical education and physical activity.

Established in 1994, the IWG advocates and runs programmes globally year-round. It developed and remains guardian of the Brighton plus Helsinki 2014 Declaration, which now has the commitment of nearly 600 signatories worldwide. Every four years it stages the IWG World Conference on Women & Sport. In… Show more

The International Working Group (IWG) on Women & Sport is the world’s largest network dedicated to advancing gender equity and equality in sport, physical education and physical activity.

Established in 1994, the IWG advocates and runs programmes globally year-round. It developed and remains guardian of the Brighton plus Helsinki 2014 Declaration, which now has the commitment of nearly 600 signatories worldwide. Every four years it stages the IWG World Conference on Women & Sport. In September 2021, it launched a world first Insight Hub – an interactive collection of research, case studies, toolkits and news contributed from all over the world.

The IWG is governed by the volunteer IWG Global Executive. The IWG Secretariat 2018 – 2022 was held by Aotearoa New Zealand. The IWG Secretariat 2022 – 2026 quadrennial will be hosted by the United Kingdom, after a competitive bid process. Show less

LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering a wide range of support services to lesbian, gay, bi and trans people, focused on achieving equality, encouraging wellbeing, and promoting safety. The Foundation also work with healthcare and other professionals to help make public services more accessible and inclusive for LGBT communities.

A charitable organisation that exists to reduce poverty and inequality in London. The Trust does this by funding the voluntary and community sector and others, as well as by using its own expertise and knowledge to support work that tackles poverty and its root causes.

Pride in London provides a platform for every part of London’s LGBT+ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, queer, questioning, intersex, non-binary, asexual, polysexual, genderqueer and gender variant) to raise awareness of issues concerning LGBT+ people and campaign for the freedoms that will allow them to live their lives on a genuinely equal footing with straight friends, family, neighbours and colleagues.

The Commercial Panel reports to the Board of Directors and fulfils the following functions:

1. Provides input to the development and progress of the commercial strategy

2. Determines what aspects of commercial strategy and its financing should be taken to the Board for approval or to report progress

3. Via its members, provides advice, support and counsel on individual elements of the commercial strategy

4. Considers individual elements of commercial activity –… Show more

The Commercial Panel reports to the Board of Directors and fulfils the following functions:

1. Provides input to the development and progress of the commercial strategy

2. Determines what aspects of commercial strategy and its financing should be taken to the Board for approval or to report progress

3. Via its members, provides advice, support and counsel on individual elements of the commercial strategy

4. Considers individual elements of commercial activity – particularly where these activities are new to the organisation or perceived as financially or theoretically risky Show less

BiUK was established in 2004 as an informal network for academics and researchers working in the field of bisexuality. In its early years the group conducted research with the UK bisexual community, resulting in academic publications on the demographic make-up of this group and key issues that it faced. It also developed online networks for ongoing communication and – in 2008 – launched the biennial BiReCon event, which brings together academics, community members, and relevant organisations to… Show more

BiUK was established in 2004 as an informal network for academics and researchers working in the field of bisexuality. In its early years the group conducted research with the UK bisexual community, resulting in academic publications on the demographic make-up of this group and key issues that it faced. It also developed online networks for ongoing communication and – in 2008 – launched the biennial BiReCon event, which brings together academics, community members, and relevant organisations to hear about the latest research and to share good practice.

More recently BiUK has gained national and global recognition through multiple, related projects. In 2010 BiReCon took place in collaboration with the international bisexual conference, attracting speakers from many different countries. Since then, BiReCon events have taken place in other countries worldwide, including the first US BiReCon in 2013.

In 2012, in collaboration with The Open University, BiUK published The Bisexuality Report: a review of international and national research on bisexuality which has been perhaps the key influence on UK policy and practice in this area. The report has been downloaded by over 70,000 people, and BiUK has been invited onto the Department of Health National LGB&T Partnership, and the LGB&T Chief Executives Network on the strength of the document, as well as liaising regularly with the Government Equalities Office. Show less

NCA campaigns for increased resources for arts and culture in the United Kingdom. It is chaired by actor Samuel West.

The purpose of the Inclusion Advisory Group is to provide advice, guidance and make recommendations to the London FA Board on all equality matters and comment on any oversights in relation to our delivery/action plan.

The group meets formally, a minimum of four times each calendar year and support the County FA to deliver its Inclusion Action Plan. The group has a pivotal role in developing this Plan and overseeing its delivery.

Stonewall (officially Stonewall Equality Limited) is a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights charity in the United Kingdom. Now the largest LGBT rights organisation not only in the UK but in Europe, it was formed in 1989 by political activists and others lobbying against section 28 of the Local Government Act. Its founders include Sir Ian McKellen CH CBE, Lisa Power MBE and Lord Cashman CBE.

Stonewall diversified into policy development for the rights of lesbian, gay and… Show more

Stonewall (officially Stonewall Equality Limited) is a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights charity in the United Kingdom. Now the largest LGBT rights organisation not only in the UK but in Europe, it was formed in 1989 by political activists and others lobbying against section 28 of the Local Government Act. Its founders include Sir Ian McKellen CH CBE, Lisa Power MBE and Lord Cashman CBE.

Stonewall diversified into policy development for the rights of lesbian, gay and bisexual people after Labour came to power in 1997. It remains a lobbying organisation rather than a membership organisation. Former Chief Executive Ben Summerskill OBE commented: "We are not a 'democratic'​ organisation ... We seek to develop all our work, and policy positions where appropriate, by building as wide a consensus as possible among lesbian, gay and bisexual people." Show less

BiCon Continuity was created by the UK bisexual community. It became a company limited by guarantee in November 2011, and a registered charity in March 2014.

The charity's objectives are the promotion of social inclusion among bisexual people who are socially excluded from society, or parts of society, as a result of being bisexual, in particular but not exclusively by providing workshops, forums, advice, financial assistance, recreational activities and general support.

It holds… Show more

BiCon Continuity was created by the UK bisexual community. It became a company limited by guarantee in November 2011, and a registered charity in March 2014.

The charity's objectives are the promotion of social inclusion among bisexual people who are socially excluded from society, or parts of society, as a result of being bisexual, in particular but not exclusively by providing workshops, forums, advice, financial assistance, recreational activities and general support.

It holds the assets and intellectual property of BiCon, the annual gathering of the UK bi community, its friends and allies. BiCon has run every year since 1984 – twice in 1985! – making it one of the longest-running annual LGBT events in the UK. It is also the world's longest running bisexual community event. Show less

The City of London School, is an independent day school for boys situated in the City of London in the United Kingdom on the banks of the River Thames adjacent to the Millennium Bridge. It is the brother school of the City of London School for Girls and a member of the Headmasters'​ and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC).

The School was founded by a private Act of Parliament in 1834, following a bequest of land in 1442 for poor children in the City of London. The original school was… Show more

The City of London School, is an independent day school for boys situated in the City of London in the United Kingdom on the banks of the River Thames adjacent to the Millennium Bridge. It is the brother school of the City of London School for Girls and a member of the Headmasters'​ and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC).

The School was founded by a private Act of Parliament in 1834, following a bequest of land in 1442 for poor children in the City of London. The original school was established at Milk Street, moving to the Victoria Embankment in 1879 and its present site on Queen Victoria Street in 1986.

The school provides day education to about 900 boys aged 10 to 18 and employs approximately 100 teaching staff and around another 100 non-teaching staff. The majority of pupils enter at 11, some at 13 and some at 16 into the Sixth form. There is a small intake at 10 into Old Grammar, a year group consisting of two classes equivalent to primary school Year 6. Admissions are based on an entrance examination and an interview. Show less

AKT supports young LGBT 16-25 year olds who are made homeless or living in a hostile environment.

On her thirteenth birthday, Anne Frank was given a diary, in which she recorded her thoughts and feelings before and whilst in hiding. After her death in 1945, her father, Otto Frank, decided to publish her diary in order to challenge the racial hatred that had led to the death of his daughter.

Otto continued to tell his daughter’s story around the world until his death in 1980, even appearing on the BBC’s Blue Peter in 1976. In particular, Otto Frank wanted there to be an educational… Show more

On her thirteenth birthday, Anne Frank was given a diary, in which she recorded her thoughts and feelings before and whilst in hiding. After her death in 1945, her father, Otto Frank, decided to publish her diary in order to challenge the racial hatred that had led to the death of his daughter.

Otto continued to tell his daughter’s story around the world until his death in 1980, even appearing on the BBC’s Blue Peter in 1976. In particular, Otto Frank wanted there to be an educational organisation in the UK in memory of Anne. In 1990, the Anne Frank Trust was created, fulfilling Otto’s wish.

The Trust works in schools, prisons and local communities around the UK. Using the story of Anne Frank and the lessons that can be learnt from her diary, the Trust encourages people to consider the impact of prejudice and hatred in their local area and to stand up against it. Show less

LSH manages a portfolio of 3,000 properties which includes 1,700 intermediate rented homes mainly for economically active professionals across London and Hertfordshire and 1,200 Private Sector Leased properties providing temporary accommodation for homeless families across London and the Home Counties.

Bury Grammar School is an independent grammar school in Bury, Greater Manchester, England, that has existed since c.1570.Bury High School for Girls opened in 1884 and was incorporated into the Foundation as Bury Grammar School for Girls in 1903.

Henry Dunster (1609–1659), first president of Harvard College, a native of Bury, was the third Headmaster of the school prior to his emigration to Massachusetts in 1640.

The Refugee Council is one of the leading charities in the UK working directly with refugees, and supporting them to rebuild their lives. It also speaks up for refugees using its direct work as an evidence base, and ensure refugees have a stronger and more influential voice in decisions that will affect them. It works with a range of partners and in collaboration to ensure it can best support its clients.

The charity was founded in 1951 in response to the UN Convention for Refugees… Show more

The Refugee Council is one of the leading charities in the UK working directly with refugees, and supporting them to rebuild their lives. It also speaks up for refugees using its direct work as an evidence base, and ensure refugees have a stronger and more influential voice in decisions that will affect them. It works with a range of partners and in collaboration to ensure it can best support its clients.

The charity was founded in 1951 in response to the UN Convention for Refugees, which was created after World War II to ensure refugees were able to find safety in other countries. Since then, the Refugee Council has provided practical and emotional support to refugees from across the world to help them rebuild their lives and play a full part in society Show less

The Guildhall School of Music and Drama is an independent music and dramatic arts school which was founded in 1880 in London, England. Students can pursue courses in Music, Opera, Drama and Technical Theatre Arts. The modern Guildhall School is the only major European conservatoire which is both a music school and a drama school, and one which is involved in technical theatre, professional development and music therapy.

The School currently numbers almost 900 students, approximately 700… Show more

The Guildhall School of Music and Drama is an independent music and dramatic arts school which was founded in 1880 in London, England. Students can pursue courses in Music, Opera, Drama and Technical Theatre Arts. The modern Guildhall School is the only major European conservatoire which is both a music school and a drama school, and one which is involved in technical theatre, professional development and music therapy.

The School currently numbers almost 900 students, approximately 700 of whom are undergraduate and postgraduate music students and 175 on the Acting and Technical Theatre programmes. In any given year, about 40% of the students are from outside the UK, typically representing over 50 nationalities. Show less

The Honourable The Irish Society is a grant-giving body working for the benefit of County Londonderry.

The Honourable The Irish Society was first created by Royal Charter in 1613 to undertake the Plantation in the North West of Ulster that was then being driven by the English Crown. The Society evolved into a self funding, cross-community charitable organisation many years ago and continues to work today for the benefit of the community in County Londonderry, as laid down in the Royal… Show more

The Honourable The Irish Society is a grant-giving body working for the benefit of County Londonderry.

The Honourable The Irish Society was first created by Royal Charter in 1613 to undertake the Plantation in the North West of Ulster that was then being driven by the English Crown. The Society evolved into a self funding, cross-community charitable organisation many years ago and continues to work today for the benefit of the community in County Londonderry, as laid down in the Royal Charters of 1613 and 1662 which govern its activities. The Irish Society is administered from offices in Coleraine, where the Secretary and Representative is based, and in the City of London.

The Society applies the income derived from its properties in Londonderry and Coleraine, including the fisheries of the Bann River, and from its investment portfolio to a wide range of local causes. Show less

The school was founded by William Ward in 1894. It was his conviction that girls should be given a broad and liberal education with an emphasis on scholarship; he left a third of his fortune to the City of London to fund the foundation of a girls' school.

The College of Optometrists is the professional, scientific and examining body for optometry in the UK, working for the public benefit.

Supporting its members in all aspects of professional development, the College provides pre-registration training and assessment, continuous professional development opportunities, and advice and guidance on professional conduct and standards, enabling our members to serve their patients well and contribute to the wellbeing of local communities.

Sir John Cass's Foundation Primary School is a unique Church of England school in the heart of the City of London. The School was founded by Sir John Cass over 300 years ago and to this day remains proudly supported by his trustees, Sir John Cass's Foundation. It is the only maintained school in the City of London and enjoy many benefits from this unique relationship.

The School aims to provide an exceptional education for every child. To nurture their talents, strive for excellence… Show more

Sir John Cass's Foundation Primary School is a unique Church of England school in the heart of the City of London. The School was founded by Sir John Cass over 300 years ago and to this day remains proudly supported by his trustees, Sir John Cass's Foundation. It is the only maintained school in the City of London and enjoy many benefits from this unique relationship.

The School aims to provide an exceptional education for every child. To nurture their talents, strive for excellence and inspire young people to learn in a safe and caring environment where everyone is valued. Show less

The Pride Trust organised the London LGBT Pride March and Festival.

1996 was a hugely successful year with over 250,000 people attending the Festival on Clapham Common.

The British Youth Council is the National Youth Council of the UK. A youth-led charity, it empowers young people aged 25 and under to influence and inform the decisions that affect their lives. It supports young people to get involved in their communities and democracy locally, nationally and internationally, making a difference as volunteers, campaigners, decision-makers and leaders.

Governor of the then Sir Charles Lucas GM Comprehensive School. Chair of the Curriculum Committee and pupil disciplinary hearings.