Aidan Smith

Aidan Smith is a dedicated campaigns professional with extensive experience in the charity sector. Currently serving as a Campaigns Officer at Sands since November 2023, Aidan is responsible for establishing a new local campaigning function to support individuals affected by baby loss. Previously, Aidan held positions such as Interim Campaigning and Activism Lead at the National Deaf Children's Society, where planning and delivering campaigns for deaf children’s families was a key focus, and Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer at Mencap, leading efforts to challenge injustices faced by families with disabled children. Additional experience includes roles at Independent Age, Alzheimer’s Society, and Royal Holloway Students' Union, complemented by a degree in Ancient History from Royal Holloway, University of London.