Emily Horsfall
About Emily Horsfall
Emily Horsfall serves as the Global Campaign Officer at Sightsavers, focusing on global campaigns for the rights of people with disabilities. She has previously held positions at The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and the House of Commons, and has a background in history and law from Keele University.
Work at Sightsavers
Emily Horsfall has been serving as the Global Campaign Officer at Sightsavers since 2021. In this role, she focuses on global campaigns that advocate for the rights to education, employment, health care, and political participation for individuals with disabilities. Her work involves strategizing and implementing initiatives that aim to raise awareness and promote disability rights on an international scale.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sightsavers, Emily Horsfall worked at The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association as the Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer from 2019 to 2021. She also served as a Constituency Support Officer at the House of Commons from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she held positions as an NUS National Executive Committee Member and as Union Development and Democracy Officer, contributing to various initiatives focused on advocacy and support for students.
Education and Expertise
Emily Horsfall studied at Keele University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Law from 2013 to 2016. During her time at the university, she was actively involved as a Student Ambassador and Leader and served as Chair of the Student Council. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in legal and historical contexts, which informs her work in advocacy and campaign strategies.
Campaign Contributions
Emily has contributed to significant campaigns, including the Equal World campaign, which advocates for the global upholding of disability rights. Her involvement in these campaigns reflects her commitment to addressing the challenges faced by people with disabilities, particularly in the context of increased inequality during the COVID-19 pandemic.