About us
Mildmay is a charity
that cares for people.
Mildmay is a charity that cares for people whose health and social needs are complex, overlooked or too often misunderstood.
Our work today is shaped by more than 160 years of commitment to compassionate healthcare.
From our origins in the 1860s, through more than four decades of leadership in specialised HIV care, we have worked alongside patients, communities and partners in the UK and internationally to provide expert care, challenge stigma, and uphold dignity, compassion and fairness in healthcare.
People are at the heart of everything we do, whatever their background, diagnosis or circumstances.
Who we are
Mildmay is a specialist health charity with a long tradition of compassionate, values-led care for people affected by serious illness, inequality and social exclusion.
We bring together clinical expertise and a whole-person approach to care, recognising that health is influenced by social connection, stability, understanding and trust as much as by medical treatment.
Founded during the early years of the HIV epidemic, Mildmay continues to adapt as needs change, while remaining grounded in the values that first inspired our work.
Our work today
Mildmay delivers its charitable work through two closely connected programme areas, rooted in our long history of HIV care and informed by the complex realities people face today:
Mildmay Hospital, London
International health programmes
Mildmay Hospital is a specialist charitable hospital and trusted NHS partner, providing inpatient care and rehabilitation for people living with HIV and other complex health needs
We care for people whose clinical and social needs are often too complex for mainstream settings, with dignity, expertise and compassion at the centre.
Working with local partners, Mildmay supports sustainable, locally led health programmes overseas
Our international work focuses on building skills, strengthening health systems and improving long-term outcomes for people affected by HIV and other chronic conditions.
Our vision, mission and values
Mildmay is a charity founded on Christian principles of love, compassion and service. These foundations continue to shape our ethos and our commitment to care, while we warmly welcome and support people of all faiths and none.
Our vision
Life in all its fullness for everyone in Mildmay’s care
Our mission
Transform and empower lives through the delivery of quality health services, treatment, and care.
Our values
-
Compassion and respect for every person
-
Dignity in care, free from judgement or stigma
-
Excellence, integrity and professionalism
-
Partnership and collaboration with communities and colleagues
-
Commitment to inclusion, fairness and social justice
Our people
Chief Executive Officer
Geoff Coleman MIHM DMS MA MBA
Geoff joined Mildmay in 2018, bringing decades of leadership experience in both the NHS and charity sector. He has led multiple organisations supporting carers and adults with learning disabilities and held senior NHS roles, including Director of Clinical Services and Director of Informatics.
President
The Rt Hon. the Lord Smith of Finsbury
Lord Chris Smith became Mildmay’s President in 2024. A long-time advocate for HIV awareness and public service, he brings leadership in culture, politics, and social issues, including LGBTQIA+ representation.
Learn more about Mildmay
To explore our work in more detail, you can:
• Learn more about our history and impact
• Read the latest news and updates on our work
• Find out about the Mildmay line
• Find out how you can support Mildmay
