Supermodel Naomi Campbell has been barred from serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales. The decision was made by the Charity Commission, which regulates charities in the UK, due to Campbell’s conviction in Italy in 2020 for an assault on a paparazzo. This means that Campbell cannot hold trustee positions or senior management positions in any charity in England and Wales.
Campbell was convicted of assaulting a photographer with whom she had an altercation in Sicily in 2009. She was ordered to pay the photographer damages and legal fees, but she failed to do so. As a result, the Charity Commission concluded that Campbell’s behavior was not in line with the standards expected of charity trustees. The commission stated that trustees must act with honesty and integrity, and that Campbell’s failure to pay the damages showed a lack of these characteristics.
Campbell has been involved in various charitable activities throughout her career, including working with organizations that focus on HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention. However, this latest decision by the Charity Commission will prevent her from taking on any trustee roles in the UK. Campbell has not commented on the decision.
It is important for charity trustees to uphold high standards of behavior and ethics, as they are responsible for overseeing the management and direction of charitable organizations. The decision to bar Campbell from being a trustee serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining integrity and honesty in all aspects of charity work.
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