Isaac Barnswell

Isaac Barnswell is a dedicated professional with a strong background in policy and public affairs, currently serving as a Policy & Public Affairs Officer at the Mental Health Foundation since July 2024. Prior experience includes a role as Research & Policy Officer at Stonewall, where contributions focused on LGBTQ+ equality across various sectors in the UK. Earlier positions include work with Global Canopy as a Forest 500 Research Assistant and an internship at Global Witness, supporting efforts to raise awareness of human rights abuses against environmental defenders. Isaac's career began as a Customer Service Assistant at Sainsbury's. Isaac holds a Master of Arts in Human Rights from the School of Advanced Study, University of London, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology & Politics from Goldsmiths, University of London.