Ben Summerskill

Businessman and journalist, LGBT advocate

Ben Summerskill - Businessman and journalist, LGBT advocate
Born

October 6th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as the chief executive of Stonewall, a leading LGBT rights organization in the UK, from 2003 to 2014. Contributed significantly to the advancement of LGBT equality through various initiatives and campaigns. Worked as a political journalist and editor prior to joining Stonewall, focusing on social justice and political issues. Played a vital role in legislative changes affecting LGBT rights, including equal marriage rights.

Led Stonewall's campaigns for LGBT rights

Contributed to the Equal Marriage Bill in the UK

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