Christina Laybourn – Trustee

Christina Laybourn is the Service Manager for Business Operations at Public Health Scotland, where she leads on office management, health and safety, compliance, and equality, diversity and inclusion. She brings a strong strategic and operational skillset to her role, with a clear focus on effective, accountable, and inclusive organisational practice.

A Chartered Accountant, qualifying with KPMG, Christina has developed extensive experience across corporate governance, internal audit, IT, and regulatory compliance. Her professional background is underpinned by a commitment to high standards, transparency, and continuous improvement.

With over 15 years’ experience in the charity sector, Christina has worked with several well-respected organisations, including Disasters Emergency Committee, Oxfam, World Vision, and Scottish Action for Mental Health. This breadth of experience has strengthened her understanding of governance, accountability, and the importance of placing service users at the centre of organisational decision-making.

Christina has a strong passion for charity governance, particularly ensuring that organisations remain accountable to the individuals and communities they support. As a Trustee, she brings a thoughtful and informed perspective, supporting robust governance, compliance, and ethical practice across the organisation.

Outside of her professional role, Christina enjoys spending time in the Scottish outdoors with her two children and has a love for good food, bringing balance and enjoyment to her busy life.
Christina brings integrity, insight, and a strong governance focus to her role, supporting the organisation to operate effectively and with accountability.

Jill Fleming – Trustee

Jill Fleming joined Committed to Ending Abuse in December 2023 as a volunteer Trustee and has quickly become a valued member of the Board. She brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a strong commitment to supporting meaningful change within the community.

With a professional background in sales and communication, Jill has developed strong relationship-building skills and a natural ability to engage with a wide range of audiences. She has used this expertise to support the organisation’s outreach, strengthen connections with supporters, and enhance engagement across the community.

Since joining CEA, Jill has played an active role in fundraising initiatives, contributing to efforts that generate vital income for the service. She is particularly passionate about developing creative ideas that raise awareness, boost engagement, and support the continued growth and visibility of the organisation.

Jill values the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated and inspiring team, and is motivated by the organisation’s commitment to supporting individuals affected by abuse. She finds her role deeply rewarding and is driven by a genuine desire to make a positive and lasting difference.

Outside of her trustee role, Jill enjoys cooking, staying active through sport, and making the most of Scotland’s natural landscapes. She has a love for gardening, spending time outdoors, and reading, all of which provide balance and inspiration. Above all, she is a proud mother to her 13-year-old daughter and enjoys supporting her at football matches and tournaments.

Jill brings warmth, energy, and creativity to her role, and remains committed to supporting CEA’s continued growth and impact within the community.
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