The Hollie Gazzard Trust is delighted to announce that our founder, Nick Gazzard OBE, has been recognised by Esquire UK on their inaugural Better Men List 2025.
This prestigious list celebrates men who are making a positive difference in society by inspiring change, driving awareness, and helping to build a better world through their actions and leadership.
Nick’s inclusion acknowledges his tdedication to reducing domestic abuse and violence through education, awareness, and prevention. Since founding the Hollie Gazzard Trust in memory of his daughter, Hollie, Nick has led the charity’s mission to empower individuals and communities to create safer lives and relationships.
Speaking about the recognition, Nick said: “This is a huge honour and privilege to be included in the inaugural Better Men List 2025 of Esquire magazine. It’s an esteemed list of individuals and to be chosen as ‘The Protector’ is fantastic. To be included with the likes of Prince William, Sir Ian McKellen, Stephen Graham, Ben Stokes, Sir Chris Hoy, Sir Mark Rylance, Ian Wright, Stormsy, Sir Lewis Hamilton and so many more is such a privilege. Thank you to Esquire for recognising my work and the work of the Hollie Gazzard Trust.”
We are incredibly proud of Nick’s continued efforts and the lasting impact his work has had across the UK and beyond. His recognition by Esquire is a testament to his unwavering commitment to making the world a safer place.
Congratulations, Nick.

