Maxine Marcus

Aegis Trust is an international organization based in Newark, UK, that works to prevent genocide and mass atrocities worldwide. Aegis puts humanity first and is committed to the ideal that no one should be persecuted or killed because of their identity. The British company's work is shaped by public health principles and is driven by a passionate commitment to preventing genocide. Through education, Aegis honours the memory of genocide victims and encourages communities to change to build long-term peace. The company was founded in 2000 by Stephen Smith and James Smith, with James Smith serving as the CEO since then.