Editing, content writing and translation for charities, non-profits and public bodies
International development | Food systems | Public policy
Communications that build trust, secure funding and inspire action.
Sharper sentences, stronger outcomes
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Protect your reputation: error-free, consistent publications that earn trust. A skilled hand that sharpens your written message.
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Increase impact and connect with with your audience. Help with transforming dense reports into accessible writing.
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Reduce risk of misunderstanding with culturally appropriate, crystal clear writing. Fresh eyes to catch anything you might have missed.
I’m Philippa Hammond, a freelance editor, content writer and translator who’s worked with purpose-driven organisations for 20+ years.
Based in Horsham in the UK, clients from all over the world come to me when they have no internal capacity. Or when online and AI tools fail to capture the essence and accuracy of the message, the data or the stories that drive change.
If you’re a subject expert, research institute, think-tank, NGO, non-profit or consultancy working on issues that matter, I can help you communicate your impact with precision.
Meet your editorial safety net
Non-fiction editorial services for clear, confident communication
Specialising in international development, food and nutrition, education and public policy
Editing and proofreading
From sentence-level polishing to structural edits, professional non-fiction editorial services for clients who need external support to refine their writing.
No more worrying about whether your message is clear, your structure works, or your terminology is consistent and accessible.
I can help with research reports, project evaluations, policy papers, briefings and more.
Content writing and rewriting
Content writing and rewriting services to help non-profit clients communicate their values effectively.
I can help with informational content for specialist and non-specialist audiences: blog posts, newsletters, reports and more.
Whether you need fresh content or want to refine existing materials, I’ll work with you to create clear, engaging content that reflects your organisation’s mission and values.
Translation
I provide external support to clients who need their message and voice to be crystal clear and culturally fluent in English.
Translations from French, Spanish and Portuguese into English, helping customers communicate across cultures.
I can help with translations of donor-facing materials, annual reports, press releases, brochures, website copy and more. I also provide certified translations.
Kind words from my clients
UNESCO-IIEP
‘Working on a document with a short deadline, Philippa has been responsive and diligent. When copy editing this long report on the education system in North Macedonia, she worked to our instructions, and her attention to detail - ,especially for repetitive changes in the text - was greatly appreciated. Thank you!’
Groupe Luminess
‘Philippa works regularly with us on the editing of various texts written by non-native English speakers for the European Banking Authority. These texts require a very thorough revision. In addition to the quality of her proofreading and editing, she was highly responsive to requests and ensured on-time delivery. This is very important to our company.’
Typical projects
Impact reports that read cleanly and accurately, donor‑facing pages that compel action without jargon, policy briefs that survive close scrutiny, and web copy that sounds like you across cultures.
Examples:
An annual report for an NGO with tight deadlines and complex data.
A set of education case studies requiring translation and editorial polish.
A food systems briefing that needed a thorough terminology review and sensitivity edit.
Gender equality, disability and social inclusion reports by subject matter experts.
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What happens next?
I’ll get back to you within 48 hours (usually sooner) with a proposal and/or cost estimate.
Still have questions?
You may find the answer in the FAQs on my services pages. If not, let’s chat about it.
Why should I trust you?
Because I’m trained, experienced, and a joy to work with.
Take my clients’ word for it: ‘I like working with you as I know I can trust you’. (Words from a happy customer in May 2023.)
But you’ll want to see for yourself. Fill out the form here and let’s have a proper chat about your project.