HIV rights charity the National AIDS Trust has appointed Robbie Currie as its next chief executive.

Currie joins in July from the London HIV Prevention Programme, which he has led for the last two years.

He is also a former sexual and reproductive health commissioner in the London Borough of Bexley.

“We are absolutely delighted that Robbie will be leading National AIDS Trust into the future,” said the charity’s chair Jane Anderson.

“Through his career-long dedication to HIV prevention and treatment, he brings enormous insight and expertise to the continuing challenges and opportunities we face in the HIV response.

“Robbie’s collaborative approach will be a huge asset to the organisation and across the HIV sector. The Board of Trustees and all the staff at National AIDS Trust look forward to working alongside Robbie, as the charity enters the next chapter of its rich history.”

He takes over from Deborah Gold, who is stepping down after a decade in the role.

Currie said: ““It is an honour to be appointed to lead such an illustrious organisation, that has consistently championed the rights of people living with and affected by HIV.

“I am naturally nervous to be taking up the role following Deborah Gold’s incredible legacy, but extremely excited to continue the vital work undertaken during her tenure, alongside the exceptional National AIDS Trust team.

“I will look back on my time leading the London HIV Prevention Programme with great pride and look forward to working with colleagues in London and across the country to improve HIV outcomes.”

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