War Child UK
James Briggs is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership and advisory roles within various organizations. Since co-founding Open in October 2008, James has played a crucial role in its development. As a Trustee for War Child UK since November 2018, James contributes to the organization's mission to support children affected by conflict. Previously, James served as an Adviser to Trustees at Oxfam from September 2016 to November 2021, and held key positions at Bluefrog as Head of Copy and Head of Planning from September 1999 to September 2008. James began the career as a Marketing Manager at Brands Hatch Leisure Group from September 1996 to September 1998. Academically, James holds a degree in English Language & Literature from the University of Hull and a degree in Marketing from Bristol Business School.
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War Child was founded in 1993 in response to the war in the Balkans. Our belief remains the same today as it was then—no child should have their life destroyed by war. Children do not start wars but their families, homes, and schools—the very things they rely on for support and safety—continue to be destroyed by conflict. Children are not only at risk of being killed or injured but as communities flee and disperse, children often find themselves alone, traumatised, unable to continue their education and with no one to turn to. At War Child we understand these effects of conflict, which is why we focus our energies on helping and preventing the most vulnerable children from having their lives torn apart by the cycle of conflict, giving them a lifeline and a sense of hope for the future.