Visual literacy charity Beyond Words has appointed education expert Katie Smith as its next chief executive.
Smith starts this month and has previously held senior roles at Southwark Schools’ Learning Partnership and Dulwich College.
In addition, she spent two years as operations and fundraising manager of the International League of Dermatological Societies and five years at The Food Chain, including a 10 month stint as acting CEO.
Smith replaces interim CEO Alicia Wood, who had been in post since February 2022. Wood is to continue as a consultant for a period to support Smith in developing the charity’s membership model.
Beyond Words uses word free picture stories to help people understand and communicate their feelings. It has also set up book clubs to support people with learning disabilities.
“Katie brings a broad set of skills and experience in the education and charity sectors and her passion for visual literacy will help us spread the news about Beyond Words and make sure that more children and adults can benefit from our word-free stories,” said the charity.
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