Human rights authority to chair board of trustees
Freedom from Torture has announced that Professor Francesca Klug OBE, one of the UK's foremost authorities on human rights, is now chair of its board of trustees.
She takes over from Dr Frank Margison, who has retired after 10 years as a trustee. He was previously clinical director of Manchester Mental Health and Social Care Trust and was involved in establishing Freedom from Torture North West in Manchester.
Professor Klug says: “As someone who has been a human rights activist and academic for decades I thought I already knew a lot about Freedom from Torture, but I have now learnt so much more about its exceptional work. I have been impressed by the commitment, dedication and professionalism I have encountered at all levels and throughout the organisation. It will motivate and inspire me in my role as chair.”
Susan Munroe, chief executive, Freedom from Torture, says: "Professor Klug's knowledge and commitment to public service in the field of human rights is outstanding. We are thrilled that she has chosen to serve our organisation and torture survivors.
"As we end our 30th anniversary year, we remain grateful for the unstinting guidance and support of our current chair of trustees, Dr Frank Margison, in helping us to set out our vision and ambitions for the next ten years."
