Ruth Stone
About Ruth Stone
Ruth Stone is an Employer Engagement Manager at Mind, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in communications and marketing, with previous roles at organizations such as Time to Change and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts.
Current Role at Mind
Ruth Stone serves as the Employer Engagement Manager at Mind, a mental health charity in the United Kingdom. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she focuses on building partnerships with employers to promote mental health awareness and support within the workplace. Her work aims to enhance the understanding of mental health issues among employers and improve the support systems available to employees.
Previous Experience in Communications
Prior to her current role, Ruth Stone worked as the Global Communications Manager at Time to Change from 2018 to 2021. In this position, she was responsible for overseeing communication strategies aimed at reducing stigma around mental health. Before that, she served as the Communications Manager for Membership at the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts from 2016 to 2018, where she managed communication efforts to engage and inform members.
Internship at Girlguiding UK
Ruth Stone began her career in public relations and marketing as an intern at Girlguiding UK in 2012. During her three-month internship, she gained experience in promoting the organization’s initiatives and engaging with its audience. This role provided her with foundational skills in communications that she would later apply in her professional career.
Educational Background
Ruth Stone studied at the University of York from 2004 to 2007, where she earned a degree in English and Politics. Her academic background provided her with a strong foundation in critical thinking and communication skills. She also attended Stroud High School, where she completed her secondary education.
Early Career at Metropolitan Police
Before entering the communications field, Ruth Stone worked as a Caseworker at the Metropolitan Police from 2010 to 2011. In this role, she was involved in case management and support, gaining valuable experience in handling sensitive information and working within a structured organization.