Supermodel Naomi Campbell has been banned from serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales due to her previous links to a charity that was shut down over financial irregularities. The Charity Commission stated that Campbell’s history with the charity “We Love Brazil” posed a risk to other charities if she were to serve as a trustee.
Campbell was previously involved with the charity as a trustee and was accused of being involved in a scandal where funds were misused for personal gain. The charity was eventually shut down in 2016 and the commission found that Campbell failed to safeguard the charity’s assets and failed to comply with her legal duties.
In response to the ban, Campbell stated that she was disappointed by the decision but respected the Charity Commission’s decision. She also added that she had not been given the opportunity to address the commission’s concerns before the decision was made.
Campbell is known for her philanthropic work, including her involvement with numerous charities over the years. However, this ban will prevent her from serving as a trustee for any charity in England and Wales, limiting her ability to continue her charitable work in the region.
The Commission emphasized the importance of ensuring that charity trustees are fit and proper to serve in order to protect the interests of charities and their beneficiaries. Campbell’s case serves as a reminder of the consequences that can arise from failing to adhere to the legal duties of a trustee.
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