Company Registration No. 02701313 (England and Wales) Registered charity number.. 1012889 The Maya Centre {A company limited by guarantee) Unaudited trustees, report and finanGial statements Forthe year 8nd8d 31 March 2025 bacp I", Service
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The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarantee} Report of the trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act, present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 which are also prepared to meet the requirements for a directors, report and accounts for Companies Act purposes. The financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (second edition October 2019) (Charity SORP (FRS 102) Revised). Vlsion Our vision is a world where all women can prioritise their mental health and wellbeing, equality and dignity, safe from abuse, exclusion or discrimination of any kind. Mission Our mission is lo build a safe and inclusive women-for-women communty in which minoritised women on low incomes can access a range of free trauma-infomied seniices and support to recover from depression, trauma and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), with a focus on building trust, resilien and voice. We priorits'se intercullural and intersectional approaches via ts110d and targeted support in community languages and for specific and minoritised groups. Aims & Objectives In setbng objectives, the trustees have given due consideration to general guidance published by the Charity Commission relating to public benefit, and to the objects of the charity which are.. 1. To provide relief for women who are suffering from mental health problems by means of therapeutic seNi¢es; 2. To educate the general public on the subjed of mental health. Activitles To achieve these objectives, the charity Nvorks with the general aim of improving the mental health of deprived and minoritised women. This is done by providing- Free individual counselling . Group therapy and psychoeducation programs Community based we11being activities Enabling seNice users, voice and agency through advocacy. Maln activities undertakon to further the charfty's purposes for the public benefit The Trustees are aware that section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 requires charities to demonstrate thattheir work is of direct benefit to the public. When planning the Maya Centre's activities each year, the Trustees take due regard of the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit. Page 1
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Review of activilles All our activities are in line with our vision and mission. Ov•rview of the year 2024-2025 . In 2024-25, the Maya Centre marked its 40th Anniversary, adding another year of free, trauma-informed counselling and holists-¢ support for women on low incomes and from minoritised backgrounds in Islington and across North London. This milestone gave us the chance to celebrate our long history while focusing on how we continue to respond to the needs of women today. Our one-t¢>one counselling service remains the heart of our work. Rooted in PSyGhodynamic practice and adapted for women facing multiple and complex barriers, it continues to offer a safe and consistent space for healing. During the year, we received 362 new referrals, of those 295 women referred for one-to-one counselling and 67 women referred for therapeutic groups, including creative groups (Art and Drama}, and themati¢ psychoeducation programs. At the end of the year 258 women Completed their therapy courses, 45 women attended holistic body and mind therapies, and 60 women attended therapeutic groups. The Women's Hub project, which reached the end of its Ihree-year fvnding cycle in March 2025, supported 601 women in its final year. The Hub provided a wide range of community-based wellbeing activities including peer-support groups, wellbeing workshops, open days, Saturday sessions, and ¢reative workshops. It was especially valued during a period of increasing cost-of-living pressures, when many women described the Hub as a safe and welcoming place to connect with others. To reduce barriers to service users, we provided travel costs for women to attend our spaces, provided hygiene and personal care products, and small cash grants forwomen and their families to join wellbeing and skills-building activities. The Maya Centre's work is strengthened by ¢o-production and partnerships building. During the period, we delivered weekly art therapy and psychoeducation groups for asylum-seeking and refugeewomen with Mamasuze at Highbury Roundhouse and offered arttherapy groupsfrom our own centre. Our new partnership wth Islington Mind, through the Pathway to Mental Heatth Recovery programme (funded by Islington Council), enabled us to deliver a weekly women-only day at Despard Road Centre. This safe and welcoming space offers one-to-one support. wellbeing and creative groups {e.g. art and drama), and communal lunches. Each session supports 20-30 women and the programme will run for four years. Our Accept Consortium, led by Natsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre continued to support hundreds of Islington women referred by their GPS. Page 2
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of th8 trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued Early in 2025, we began exploring new partnerships wtth ICAP, Nafsiyat, Highbury Counselling SeNice and a number of specialist Domestic Abuse led by and for Women organisations across London, to increase access to services and champion collaborative working amongst women's mental health and domestic abuse services across London. We continued to contribute to the Islington Domestic Abuse Partnership Programme, led by Cripplegate Foundation, Islington VAWG Strategy board led by Islington's Community safety commissioners, Suicide Prevention partnership, and Challenging Inequalities subgroup led by Islington Health Watch , where we share our expertise in trauma-informed mental health 5UPPOrt for survivors of VAWG. The Women's Hub team builds wider communty-based partnerships through co-production of communtty engagement activities, building links wth over 50 local community organisations and groups. These included the Eritrean community in Islington, London Metropolitan University, the Red Cross Women's Support Group, Cubitt Artist Spa¢e, Health Watch, and local councillors. These connections not only increased women's access to services but also helped ensure that women's voices informed local decision-making and policy. Communty events remained an important part of our work. In 2024, we hosted a Black History Month celebration and a Women's Forum, and we brought together over 150 local women, leaders and community members at Islington Assembly Hall for Intemational Women's Day 2025. Intemally, this was a year of both growth and transition. We celebrated our 40th Anniversary, strengthened our staff teams and enhanced staff wellbeing practices. Meanwhile, the end of funding for our Women's Hub project by March 2025 meant a number of staff redundancie8 and reduced capacity for ourcommunity-based wellbeing work. We worked hard over six months to ensure thatwe managed the impact of this change, offered reasonable redundancy packages, including training opportunities and support with Cvs and altemative employment searches. Our seniices were enabled through the generosity and trust of funders and donors. The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime IMOPACI, The Accept Consortium {NCL CCG), The Embassy of Ireland's Emigrant Support Programme, The City Bridge Foundation, National Lottery Awards for All, Richard Cloudesley Foundation. Our Holistic 8ody and Mind therapies were enabled through match funding from MOPAC and individual donation from our longstanding supporter and donor Margaret Bluman. The Big Lottery Reaching Communities Fund supported the wider Community-based wellbeing programs through Women's Hub project. Service users, accessibility and cost of living support made possible through Islington Givin9- Family Catalyst. Our running costs and admin and management capacities were enabled through several ft)undations and trusts and corporate donations.. Cripplegate Foundation, Henry Srnith Charity, Islington VCS Partnership Fund, Blue Thread Foundation and Considered Ask Foundation, TOMS, Macquarie & Co. and Bupa. In addition, monthly Individual donors played an important role in keeping our services running, filling gaps in project funding and enabling us to respond to the emerging needs. Page 3
The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Icontinued) These diverse sources of organisational annual income have enabled us to continue achIng women experiencing poverty, violence, isolation, and inequality, while also strengthening our partnerships and structures much needed for the future. The year 2024-25 was a time of celebration and of change. Looking back, we are proud to have added another year to our 40-year legacy, providing safe and healing spaces to thousands of women enabling them to heal, recover and build resilience. As we move forward, the Maya Centre will continue to stand alongside women, offering care, connection and hope. 1 Individual Counselling Our core offer of specialist individual and group counselling continues to flourish, delivered by a team of 21 trained and experienced counsellors, all registered or accredited by the BACP. Therapists are supported by 5 Clinical supervisors, alongside the Clinical Director and clinical admin staff. The Maya Centre has extemal accreditation from the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP> for our counselling service, assuring clients, commissioners, and funders of our professionalism. During the reporting period, counselling sessions ranged from 1010 24 weeks depending on presenting issues and recommended treatment. Services were provided Monday - Friday between 9..30 am 5..30 pm, with late opening on Tuesday until 8 pm to maximise accessibility for women. The service is provided through a number of specialist and tsrgeted projects, each addSsing the unique needs of specific groups of women from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our 1".1 Art Therapy specifically targets migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking women. Our dedicated Irish women's Counselling Service provides culturally sensitive therapy to Irish-bom or Irish descent women and girls in the whole London. The service is delivered by a dedicated team of practitioners who understand the distinctive challenges faced by women of Irish descent. Tailored interventions are also available for Black women and for the wider BAMER (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee) communities, ensuring language accessibility and Guttural relevance throughout the therapeutic process. In addition, the Centre offers holistic mental health support for survivors of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and sexual abuse, recognising the Complexity and lasting impact of trauma, and providing long-term support designed to foster healing and empowemient in a safe, supportive environment in 13 languages. Counselllng Service Outputs in the reporting period: Our referrals lines received 295 new referrals for one-to-one counselling. Therapists carried OLrt 258 full assessments, while 42 arranged assessments were not attended by setvice users. 225 women engaged in one-to-one counselling. 238 women completed their one-to-one counselling and 45 women moved on to start Holistic Mind and Body therapies. Page 4
The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarante8} Report of the trustees {eontlnued) Forthe year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Icontlnued} The figures on the previous page represent women referred, assessed, and in service during the reporting period, but do not account for those already receiving support at the period's slart or those remaining in setvice at year- end. Numbers shift weekly as new referrals join, waiting lists fluduate. screenings and allocations occur. and therapy starts or concludes. On average, 180 women are in service at any stage each week. Monitoring data for 295 women in our CoreNet database indicates that self-referrals comprised 450/0 of the totsl, and 550/0 came through professionals and agen(yes. wilh significant refealS from icope, GPS. Solace Women's Aid, Mind, Advano, Nia, Age UK. and Help at Your Doofstep. 58% ofthe women accessed face-lo-face sessions., 18% reiVed counselling by telephone., 240/0 attended online. Of the total participants, about 200/0 engaged with a mix of these formats. 2- Hollstlc Mind and Body Therapi88 Icomplementary theraples) The Maya cent offers six sessions of eith8r Reiki, Reflexology or Holistic Massage to women who hav8 completed their individual couns811ing and have requested a mind-body treatment. During the period April 2024- March 2025, 45 women received treatments from three specialist therapists. These therapies often enhance emotional, physical. and mental wellbeing of women, contributing to their journey of heaSing and recovery, by resetting Ihe parasympathetic system, providing a sense of safety and relief. Another year of complex Intense traumatic Issues: Toial NuMr A significant 1,929 issues were disclosed by the 258 women assessed for counselling. (Chart 1) illustrates the complexity of challenges at the start of each woman's healing joumey. ¥lvlÈnce SeNualAbyl DeVVe AnVIse$S The data represents a ratio of 7.5 issues per woman an indicator of complexity and the range of challenges each may face. Severe impacts on mental health are reflected in high rates of anxiety189 /0) and depression (87% }. Notably, 58Q/D reported trauma due to abuse- 34¥0 experienced domestic abuse., 34% reported sexual abuse or rape (including childhood sexual abuse)- and 12% reported honour-based abuse. Overall, reporting on VAWG issues rises to 850h as trust builds during therapy and women begin to recognise and disclose abuse, Sepwtsted from thldren Phv¥¢al Pvol)l•m5 bewew¢mqrnDsS Sell E51eÈ CuiDJr4f l%gue3 W0¢*lAc Other significant challenges include loss and bereavement1460/0), cultural issues (31 Q/o). povety and welfare issues130 % ), and physical health challenges (29Yo). FGWthttn7 014ewials thther fravm4lAbvse Chart 1 Page 5
Tho Maya Centre IA Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trust•as Icontlnuedl For the yèar ènded 31 March 2Q25 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Iconllnugjl O¢mographics of servlce user?: (Chart 21 shows that 77% of our service users are from global majority, migrant, or refugee backgrounds,. 19Qh a White Brity'sh,. and 4% did not diydosè èthniaty. 'Percentage of Servi users. Al Ethnlthy Chart2 Charts 3 and 4 represent tre break(sn of service users by age group8 and rdeY.. kn39 5C64 44RP1RebYCI1wtsOhadlsEASXSSMEntsVRrIlJ Chart3 ToialNumbe¢.'96' by'LondoTrBorough (Report by Ciienis who had IstAssessments in period). 2) ( Othw LondtsnBoMu1RepthbyCknqDtswhtsh l&tAst•SV*i•nts irbperiod) Chart4 Pa9e 6
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarante&} Report of the trustees (continued) Forthe year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued) 3- Group Counselling & Psychoeducation groups In the past few years, group therapy and psychoeducation progiams have grown to become a core part of The Maya Centre's seNices, supporting bebNeen 50-100 women each year, depending on resources. Wrth the appointment of a Therapeutic Group Coordinator in 2024. these services have expanded significantly and are increasingly popular, with a wailing list now in place. In this reporting period, our specialist Iherapists have applied creative approaches to group work, including Art and Drama therapy groups, which offered women new and expressive ways to process their experiences. The gtOUPS provide a dynamic space for peer connection, shared healing spa. reducing isolation, and strengthening resilience. All our group programs were enabled through Black Women Project. fvnded by Cloudesley and Awards for All, our Art Therapy groups were enabled through MOPAC Grass Root Fund Round 2. The 81ack Women's Project IBWP): Black women in Islington engage in a range of culturally responsive and trauma-informed therapeutic groups. These groups have contributed significantly to the emotional wellbeing, resilience, and empowerment of Black women in our Community, many of whom face multiple layers of marginalisation and trauma. Drama therapy: Drama therapy in the Creative Courage group offers a culturally affinming and trauma-informed space for Black and Black Mixed Heritage women lo heal, rediscoverthemselves, and reclaim their power. Rooted in African-centred and liberation-focused frameworks. it uses expressive arts such as storytelling. role play. ritual, and movement-to explore identity, ancestral memory, and collective healing. The group fosters emotional resilience, self-love, and solidarity, while encouraging women to confront inlernalised oppression and reimagine themselves as whole and empowered. Sessions are guided with cultural humility and creativity, honouring each woman's lived experience and spiritual wisdom. Creative Art Groups: Art therapy is a therapeutic practice that uses crealive expression-such as painting. drawing. and other visual arts-as a way to explore emotions. process trauma, and promote psychological healing. It is especialty effective for individuals who may find it difficult to express themselves verbally. Targeting a community of fllgee and asylum seeking women in partnership with Mamasuze community, The Maya Centre directly supported 24 women through Art therapy groups during the reporting period. The psychoeducatyon workshops- responds to emerging needs. they are thematic programs designed to address the intersectional issues affecting women's wellbeing, such as loss and bereavement, migration, cultural identity. inequalities, and racism. These programmes empower participants with knowledge about systemic issues, solidarity and collective voice and coping strategies. enabling them to take positive steps lowards recovery and long-term mentsl health. All groups are facilitated by BACP-accredited group therapists who specialise in trauma-informed practices, enabling creativity and in4epth discussions to help women process emotions related lo trauma. During 2024-25, 67 women directly registered for groups at The Maya Centre, by the end of the year 60 women took part in seven group programmes across the year, together attending 73 weekly sessions. Of those 17 women attended Art therapy group. In addition, The Maya Centre also provided external Psychoeducation programs for our partner Mamasuze for 30 refugee and asylum-seeking women al their Community space. Page 7
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the truslees (contlnued) Forthe year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Icontlnuedl (Table 11 shows all the seven groups and their themes= Acllvlty I Progrdm Group Therapy Group Therapy Group therapy Psychoeducation Psychoeducation Methodl theme Specialist- Somali Women Art- therapy Drama therapy Self-Trust Support with Depression Life, Changes, and Transforming Through Grief Moving Forward Number of weekly sessions 14 12 15 Psythoeducation Psychoeducation Outcomes and benefits of Counselling, Groups and psychoeducatlon services The Maya Centre has a strong commitment to evaluating the work Ihat we do to provide a high quality. continuousty improving setvice. Across all of our services, we work to 4 main organisational outcomes.. Recovery: reduced impact of trautna, greater ability to enjoy life and plan for the future. Resillence: reduced isolation- increased sense of wellbeing and self-esteem. Prevention: redUd risk to self and likelihood of abusive relationships. Vvider communty: improved personal relationships, social and support nelwoths Effectivoness of Counselllng Service For our core individual and group counselling, we continue to use Ihe nationally recognised Clinical Outcomes in Routine Evaluation via our online system, CoreNet. This system enables us to evaluate the therapeutic outcomes of our seNice and to use that leaming to develop and deliver the best possible services to clienls. It also allows for accurate reporting to funders. and for comparison with many NHS and third sector psychological counselling services. Counselling clients are given CORE questionnaires to complete at different stages= pre-counselling, mid- counselling and at the end of their counselling, scores are tsken from the questions answe and are calculated within four areas., emotional wellbeing, problems, functioning and risk to self and others. Counsellors also complete a CORE Therapy assessment form as part of the assessment process and a CORE End of therapy assessment fomi. Page 8
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued> Based on a sample of 244 Benefit of Therapy Questionnaires on CORE, from women who completed their individual counselling belween April 2024 to March 2025, we see the following: 97tyh improved exploration ol their feeling and problems 96°1• Improved expresslon of feeling and problems 95.10 improved healthy relationships 94Q/D have improved personal insights and understanding. 90 % said Ihey have improved subjective wellbeing 880/. have improved symptoms of wellbeing 87O/o said they have improved ability of control, planning, and decision making 87°/o imiproved day to day functlonlng 840/0 improved coping strategles and techniques 81QA said they have improved access to practical help This excludes 'not addressed or no data, entries and simply focuses on 'improved' or'not improved, in each area of measurement. ££ Te8llmoni•s from 8ervlee users who took part In one to one complemenlary thernpl08 & workghops: "I811Y enjoyed today's session It feltgood to let someone hold my hand. I felt 18xed and safe." "I fè81 stressed all the time and I getpains in my body. but today I learnt how to laX myself. how to hold my own hand.. "I like this as I c8n use these skills on my b8by to help him laX.. 'Ihad an incredible expet7ence (loing the holistic 1718ssage sessions. Ithe therapist) is very professional. mindful and respectful with what she does. and I really appreciated thatl Thanks again. I have learned 80 much throughout the sessions about ry body and bow rt's connected to the niind 81so - which is IwK8Sticl" 'Thankyou for 8 Wonderfulseson, l appciate the dedication you bring to your wort( and your generosity in heln9 me and meny othw&" 'tt was a powerful le8ming we did together, I will try andremember to US8 It often. Very appreciated esp&cially when difficutt feelings 8urfaG8- and they often dol" "My last reflexology ses&on: has left me in 8 complete state of ecstasy. The treatmènt has been magical and transformational and as mypractitioner. used to say. tt has helped ine °shift'. Page 9
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee} Report of the trustees Icontinued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Icontinuedl Impact of Therapy Groups and Psychoeducational The Warwid(-Edinburgh Mental WellBeing Scale (WEMWBSI was used to measure individual changes resulting from participalion in the Workshops. This induded learning from the content, shared lived eXperienS, and the benefits of fellowship and cultural community within the Group. The resutts of43 feedbad( foms using this measurement forgrcup participants indicated an 800A positive increase in wellbeing among the women. Indicators of improvement included participants reporting better problem-solving, feeling optimistic about the future. feeling useful, thinking ¢learfy, feeling gocd about themselves, and feeling close to others. The groups have effectively improved participant's mental health, daily functioning, and cpIng skills while addressing cultural and gender expectations. The quantilalive data are more powerful indicators of how our groups are transfoming and changing women's lives. Over the past year, our trauma-infomied and culturally tailored inteNenlions have led to notable improvements in several areas.. Emotional Wellbeing: Somali women participating in online therapy reported reduced isolation and increased emotional support, benefiting from therapy in their native language. Drama Therapy offered a crealive outlei for trauma processing. enhancing selfxpression and resilien. Individu81 rAJunselling provided tailored support for complex personal and mental health challenges Awareness and Knowledge: The Self-Trust psythoeducAtion grow deepened parttcÉpants' understanding of emotional pattems. boundaries. and self-worth. The Life, Change and Transfomialion Through Grief group helped women view grief as a transformative prosS, equipping them with tools to manage loss. Acmss all sessions. participants gained valuable insights into mental health and culturally relevant coping strategies. Social Justice and Ernpowemient: Many women reported a renewed sense of agency, recognising systemic barriers and their impact on mental health. Group dIUs$10nS explored identity, belonging, and justice, fostering solidarrty and collective healing. These safe spaS enabled fe expression and validaliorwdcts of social Justi in themselves. Communlty Connection: Group fomats promoted peer support and reduced isolation. Hosting sessions in accessible venues sud) as like SL Mary's Church strengthened ties bettyeen therapeuts'c seNices and the local communty. Successful match funding increased accessibility for clients. ££ Tmlknonles from PJy¢hoeducallon group: "Made me have a better und6rslanding of rn1r "I have learned to put mys6Mfirst and to love mjseir "1188med to m&nage &lffcull f&ehS betterf 7fe81 much better b9caus6 I leam8d about so many lools to wort on myseir 71 h&$Ven me a new per5p6th of seff. absthlutelyexLYknl" Trgroup was very h8lpful. as I hav8 Put the skills into pr8clic8 in 0th8r iualions ensuriw Ihal my needs are mgl" "Ihave leamed that I have Ihe power to change myself ' "Meetift9 new pgople who are going thfDugh similar situation was very supmrting to m&. Counsellots w&r8 absolutely lovely. understanding and very welcon7ing, Thank You!" Page 10
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (contlnued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued) ££ ' Vostlmonies from 8ervke us•rs who attended our Art Thgrapy Group8 I hope that we can continue as I realty want to explo me with this special group.. "ft is very benelkial 8nd therapeutK fo be Dart of and witness other women s sI1eS. Sh8re 8nd bounce off ideas aboul each otherfs painting.. l_'fPositive: a grgat space eaGh V•Ye 4- Community based Projects Women's Hub Project: Over the past three years, the Hub has evolved into a vital resource for hundreds cfwomen and girls facing marginalisation, financial hardship, and systemic barriers. During its final year, the Hub expanded its reach, engaging more women than ever before. Understanding the challenges many women face-especially asylum seekers, refugees, and single mothers-due to the rising cost of living and limited personal time, the team focused on creating joyful, supportive spaces. They have introduced innovative VrkShOps, strengthened community partnerships, and created new ways of engaging women in a variety of wellbeing workshops, peer support groups and community-based events. They reached out to 751 women, ofwhom 601 became beneficiaries. They expanded into new communities, piloted innovative workshops, and provided critical support during a time of economic and social uncertainty. Women Hub Actlvlti8sI outputs: The team has delivered 20 co-designed wellbeing workshops, each beeen 4-10 weekly sessions, focusing on sustsinable, soft-skill development., such as Jewellery Making, Cooking classes, Drama Therapy and head massages. The team organised 24 peer support group sessions and listening exercises, including specialist groups for Somali women, young women, women with neurodiversity and women with diabetes. The Neurodiversity peer support group was the first of its kind in the whole North London and all sessions were promoted by the NHS as the only peer support group in the borough. The team organised 11 open days over the 12 months, engaging women and their children in activities such as picnics, visit to the Zoo and wellbeing Saturdays, while also Promoting activities and groups to participants and creating welcoming spaces for a diveff e range of participants. Community navigators delivered tsilored one-on-one support to 15 women highlighting the growing demand for advccacy services. Page 11
The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarantse} Report of the trustees (contlnued For theyear ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE {continuedl Please See tablo b91ow for a list of Community based wgllbeing aGtivities: Nvmberof Sesslons Number of Peop re81sl•rod Number of people atten4e Trpe of actlvlty African Yoga WorkslM)P Art IA the Park Open day Blatk Hlstory MoThth Event 47 Open day oatTrip 2a 19 Open day Cooklng on a 8udget P.1 12 Workshop Cooking on a Budget P.2 Warkshop Dis¢o¥erin¥You li Workshop Oramè In Mind Workshop Drama Workshop 12 Workshop Employment 23 Workshop Farnily Fun Day in the Park 47 Op*n day Fliness and Fun Workshop Games in 1511nBton R2fu8@e Council 25 25 Taster session HairTalk 20 17 Wellbeing Sat Indlan Head M¥S£a8È 19 16 w0$hOp ldIar4 Head MaSSa8e611- 2011 WDrksttop Internatlonal Women's Dav 2025 124 Open Day It Is Glvlng Social WEllbeing Sat J•w•lry makln8-Refu8ee women at Red CrcJ55 Wc>rk5hop JWL in LQBTQ Taster se55ion Mlnd IsllThgton Women G¥DUP 20 13 la5ter sEssion Moon Brearh Work 2311- 1312 Workshop Nèvigatlng Your 205 io Peersuppr>rt group Neuro DrerSIty 19 Peer supwrt group Refiexolc8y 1611-30n io Workshop Somali Support Grou 36 20 Peèr support group Talltha 23 12 Workshop Jewel M3kin8 Tastersession Deeperconneition TasEerse551Q TEXtile 20 Workshop Wellbelng Sat 15 12 wÈllbèin8 53t Womert's Farum io Forurn Yo8a in the Park OpeD rjay Zoo l(M) 95 Open day Workshop TOTAL 105 751 601
The Maya Centre Key Demographics ofwomen's Hub Servi users (sample datal.. Ethnicity 40 25% 15% 10 Page 12 Age Groups 61+Y-16% 184SY.1f 264SY.X% E040 Y.2VA Borough 70.00% £ 60.0(YX 50.0(Y 40.00% 20.OCI 10.OD% 151iWn Camden H•ri Hackney
The Maya Centre (A Cornpany limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees l¢ontlnued> For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued) Outcomes and Impact of Wornén's Hub activities: The Women Hub team provided community based safe spaces for women to explore their issues and decide on culturally specific adivities that might support their wellbeing. The leam organised listening exercises and established diverse community-based connections wilh various women's groups, including Somali, Irish, Black African, and Caribbean women's groups. They built broader relationships with local voluntary and community organisations, local councillors, and professionals from the statutory sector. The communty- based wellbeing days and activities helped the women to relax, learn new skills, overcome isolation and build network of peers. Feedback forms and a suNey indicated to the following outcome5'. 81 % of participants in workshops and activities reported improved wellbeing and enhanced knowledge and skills, 75 % of women mentioned that group participation helped them feel connected to the communsty. 100e/o of participants in our cooking Class reported improved food budgeting and nutrition skills, as well as enhanced social nelworks and wellbeing. 96 % of participants in menopause information workshops indited improved knowledge on managing symptoms, self-care strategies, and understsnding treatment options. Analysing a sample feedback data from 216 women who participated in a range of activities provided a clear insight ofthe impact ofour workshops and peer support groups delivered. Overall, the data clearly shows that participation in the workshops and peer support groups led to a positive impact on participants. feelings, with many moving from low or neutral feelings to positively feeling supported, Confident, or better after the group sessions. The Chart below visually demonstrates the impact and success of the Women's Hub activities in improving wellbeing and emotional states among participants. Comparing women's responses before and after attending activities to two questions.. "How did you feel before the group?" and "How did you feel afterthe group. Partlcipant ¥vellbeing Ratings 8Efw¥ and After Women'5 Huts A¢tiVFties 2> 20 io Iidj. i (Foor 2 ILwi> 4 ifjsJDdl weiibe¢ng Rating S IGreati Page 13
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees {continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE {continued} Key Features of the Chart: Blue bars represent wellbeing ratings before attending Women's Hub activities. Green bars represent ratings after attending. Key Insights: Dramatlc Positive Shift in Wellbeing Before attending activities, 58010 of participants rated their feelings as poor or low {ratings 1 & 2}. After participation, this dropped to just 1./0, showing a near elimination of negative emotional states. Significant Increase in Posltlve Feelings Ratings of 4 and 5 (goodlgreat) jumped from 11 % before to 81 OA after. The number of partlGipants feeling "great. (rating 5} rose from 6°h to 42%. Neutral Feelings Reduced Mid-range rating (3) decreased from 17% before lo 70A after, meaning fewer participants felt "neutral. and more moved into positive wellbeing. Skllls and Confidence Boost 72 /0 of participants reported learning new skills, which suggests the activities not only improved mood but also buitt practical capabilities and confidence. Community Connection 75% of women said they felt more connected to the community, reducing isolation-a key factor in mental health recovery. Partnerships buildlng and Co-productlon Partnerships and co-production strengthen community ties and boost our impact. The Women Hub team collaborated with over 50 partners from diverse sectors, including schools. community centres. mental health groups, and cultural insb"tLrtions, expanding access to resources and opportunities for the women supported. The open days offered inclusive. family-friendly activities. such as a zoo trip for 100 women and their Children in Collaboration with Eritrean Community group in Islington. They teamed up with the Canal Museum in King's Cross to host a unique visit with a boat trip for 26 women, promoting relaxation, family bonding, and community connection. Through these partnerships, the team supported mental health first aid training, refugee events, and wellness programs, enhancing wellbeing and empowerment across the region. Here are a few examples.. Page 14
The Maya Centre (A Cornpany limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees {contlnued) For the year ènded 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (continued) Cubitt Artlst Space Partnered wilh Cubitt Gallery to deliver art therapy workshops for LGBTQ+ participants, enabling exploration of identty and emotions through creative expression. Tthny: 'U8lW art helped me feel b8tt8r aftef a thifKult rela1t0lp." Red Cross - Women'8 Support Group Delivered jewellery-making workshops for refugee and asylum-seeking women at Hackney Destitution Centre. Helped participants process emotions and build confiden. One parflclpants story". , 8 8&year,8$Y111fft geeker, walred 8 elierfsl br8celel fic¥n home and learnediewellery rep8ir skims, cel1h if iho best bIrt18Y Al Abrar Communlty Group Provided peer support groups for Somali women affected by 2024 far-right attacks. Offered practi1 skills and a safe space to Sha expertences. Tutlmony: ryt feels sale to be wilh my communty aga n after feeling Kaffjdlo go London Metropolltan University Co-delivered a pilot program leaching textile skills to empower women to create and sell handmade items. Tes11m. teaming lexble skills rnccnnects me wlth my chKOhoxl Page 15
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE {contlnued) 5 - Social Justice Project- Propel Expand The Maya Centre's Social Justice and Service User Voice Project builds on over four decades of survNor informed practice, ensuring that women with lived experience are central to shaping, delivering, and evaluating all services. This commitment was formalised in 2022 with the creation of the Women Leaders Group. which has since trained 14 women in leadership, community organising, systems thinking, and selfacare. These cohorts have gone on to lead peer-support and wellbeing groups for Somali, Bengali. Irish. and Black women, extending the Centre's reach into under6erved communilies. During 2024, the project deepened community engagement and leadership development. The second Women's Forum in July 2024 saw women leaders co-produce a proposal for a Holistic Infomiation Hub community-led vision to improve a¢$S to support and services. A new cohort of young women with lived mental health experience was recruited, supported by extensive outreach through local councils. the British Red Cross, and other community partners. Listening exercises betrleen October and December 2024. induding sessions with the Hair Talk, Culture Day. Neurodiversity Group, and Young Women's Social Group, strengthened inclusion and representstion. The Centre also launched the first peer-led group for neurodivergent women in North London and co-crealed the Women's Only Day with Islington Mind, reflecting women's diversè needs and interests. Partnerships were expanded with Mind in Haringey, Centre 404, and Global Generation, preparing the ground for the training of 8 new cohort in early 2025. Initiatives such as the System Change Workshop (March 2025). African Yoga sessions, and International Women's Day everrts showcased leadership in action and colledive healing. SuNivor leaders continue to contribute to borough-level strategy, including the Islington Women's Forum, the Domestic Abuse Partnership Board, and co-design work with Islington Mental Health Services. Their input continues lo shape priorities around culturally sensitive seNices, peer-led spaces, language inclusion, and sustained engagement. 6 - Women Onty Day from Despard Road In November 2024, we launched a new partnership with Islington Mind as part of the broader Pathway to Recovery from Mental Health initiative. The Women-only Day at the Despard Road Centre is a key element of this collaboration, aimed at providing a safe, welcoming space for women in the community. Now in its first year of a four-year programme, the iniliative has already shown promising impact by combining therapeutic support with opportunities for social connection. Every Thursday, the centre supports community of about 30 women from Islinglon, offering access to a safe and inclusivé environment, Catve arts and crafts sessions. a communal lunches, and one-to-one support. These seNices are delivered in partnership between The Maya Centre and Islington Mind. Looking ahead, we plan to continue and expand this partnership, enhancing the range of seNices and activities available to meet the evolving needs of the women we support. Page 16
The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS AT THE MAYA CENTRE The period from April 2024 to March 2025 marked continued progress in expanding and refining our services and organisational profile. As we conclude our 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, we are now laying the groundwork for the next five years. Our priorities for the coming year include.. 1.Expanding Our Services: We aim to reach at least 500 unique benefiGiaries annually, with a continued focus on supporting minoritised communities. Our services will remain culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible in multiple languages. 2. Strengthen partnorships: with organisations such as Islington Mind, Nafisyat Intercultural Therapy Centre, and Mamasuze to create safe, inclusive spaces for women and girls across Islington and North London. 3. Diversifying Incomo Streams: Building on the success of recent corporate funding, we will broaden our fundraising efforts to include more corporate partnerships and individual contributions. Strengthening donor relationships and implementing effective recognition strategies will be key to sustaining and growing our financial base. 4. Strateglc Planning for Growth: We will develop a new five-year strategy that includes.. Upgrading our technology infrastructure Exploring a business model for a counselling enterprise Reclaiming and amplifying our legaGy and name Ensuring the sustainability of our core services S. Amplifying Client Voices: We are committed to empowering our Servi users to shape best practices and influence policy. By supporting their voices, we aim to advocate for improvements in services related to violenGe against women and girls (VAWG), mental health, and overall wellbeing. 6. Showcasing Our Impact: Drawing on feedback from service users, the expertise of our therapists, and external consultants, we will continue to highlight the impact of our work. Through independent evaluations, publications, and active participation in sector-wide discussions, we will share our learning and contribute to the wider discourse on trauma-infomied, intercultural, and intersectional care. Page 17
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 Reference and administrative details Registered charity number 1012889 Company number 2701313 Registered offiGe and principal place of business Unit 8 9-15 Elthorne Road London N19 4AJ Our advlsers Independent examiner P.G. Browne FCA CTA Chanter, Browne & Curry Chartered Accountants 1 Plato Place 72-74 St Dionis Road London SVV6 4TU Bankers The Cckoperative Bank 1151ington High Street London EC1Y 4YX CAF Bank 25 Kings Hill Avenue West Malling Kent ME19 4JQ Director5 and trustees The directors of the charitable company (the charity) are its trustees for the purpose of charity law. The trustees and officers serving during the year and since the year end were as follows: Meera Nair, Chair Ayan Man, Vice Chair Rochelle Burgess (resigned 2710512025} Monique Velani (resigned 2611112024) Dr Jessica Walker Gabriele Ruth Duesberg Tabla Farhin Salam Liberty Pattison Dr Rumina Taylor Su Yin Yap Karen Greenidge-Hutchinson Page 18
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 Financial Revlew In the year, the income increased by £116,689 to £708.024 and expenditure followed the same trend, increasing by £91,142 to £673,696, gtving a surplus of £34.328 {2024'. surplus of £8,781). The graph below clearly shows that there has been a steady upward trend in both income (and expenditure) from 2021 to date. The Maya Centre - Income & Expenditure (2019-2025): Year 2019 202 2021 Income (£) 343,677 222,557 410,318 415,753 633,521 591,335 708,204 Expenditure (£) 322,675 304,188 346,191 410,556 507.119 582,554 673,696 2022 2023 2024 2025 Key Polnts . surplUDeflCll Positive in most years except 2020, where the income dipped by £ 121,120 while the expenditure remained the same from prior year. . Growth Trends: Income grew significantly from 2022 to 2025 (approx. +70% over three years) particularly from major funders such as MOPAC Main, MOPAC Grassroots, The National Lottery and significant contributions from Bluethread and one-off donations via The Big Give . Expense Ratio.. Highest in 2020 (136.68010), indicating a deficit year. Drops to 950/0 in 2025. showing improved financial health. Ayr*4£1 • In Common wth many other voluntary organisations working in an e¢onomic downtum, our financial situation is difficult, requiring a ¢onstsnt programme of identifying potential sources of funding, applying for grants, bidding for contracts, analysing and evaluating our data and performance, reviewing our expenditure and finding efficiencies. Page 19
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 Firwncial Revlew Iconlinued We are very grateful for the continued supportfrom our Patrons, Friends and Supporters and charitable trusts which provide the greater part of our income. While there is considerable pressure on ourfinances, we remain optimistic that the quality, reputation, and continued efficiency of our services to vulnerable women will ensure that this work will be supported into the future. Reserves policy It is the policy of the Maya Centre that it retains sufficient reserves to ensure that the organisation can cover its liabilities for at least 3 months and up to 6 months of operating costs and this is our continuing aim. Our reserves are sufficient to cover operating costs for more than three months. and we will review and update this policy during the 2025-26 period. Golng ¢onc•m After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the MpanY has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Structure, governance and management Consfritutlon The Maya Centre is a company limited by guarantee govemed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 271h March 1992. It is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission. No director has any beneficial interest in the charitable company. All directors are members ofthe company and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up. Method of appointment or election of Trustees Under the goveming Articles, the Trustees are elected at the Annual General Meeting to serve a period of one year, subject to re-elertion al each Annual General Meeting. Trustees are recruited from the local community and are divided intc those who bring clinical expertise to the organisation and those with wider organisational skills such as HR. management, business and finance. All Trustees retire at the Annual General Meeting ané are eligible for re-election. Policies adopted for the induction and training of Trustees All new Trustees are provided with information about The Maya Centre and attend an induction meets'ng with relevant staff and Trustees. Oryanisational structure and decision maklng The Board of Trustees is responsible for decisions relating to the governance and future development of the organisation, and has been operating as a single Board, with tr40 sub-committees which report regularly to the Board of Trustees.. Clinical Governance (Corychaired by Dr Jessica Walker and Dr Jennie Robertson)- Finance & Fundraising (chaired by Monique Velani). The Board of Trustees appoints a CEO and delegates all day-ttrday organisational work to her, including ongoing financial management, clinical direction. fundraising and management of stsff. Page 20
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Report of the trustees (Gontlnued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 Risk management The Centre has risk mitigation policies in place and maintains a risk register. Risks are reviewed regularly by the management team and the risk register reviewed by the Board of Trustees and updated on a bi-annual basis_ The register identifies key risks, contributing factors and mitigating adions and any early warning mechanisms. The risks, to which the charty is exposed, as identified by the Trustees, are effectively miiigated as part of this procedure. The Centre has a robust system of internal control that supports its aims and objectives. whilst safeguarding clients and its funds. We have taken steps to mitigate and resolve issues that have arisen in-year and continue to work towards successful assurance outcomes. Trustees. responsibilities statement The Trustees (who are also directors of The Maya Centre for the Purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Trustees, report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under company law the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that period. In preparing these financial statements. the Trustees are required to. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently- observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP., make judgment5 and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent., prepare the financial statements on the going concem basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charitable company will continue in operation. The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charitable company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charÉtable company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charFtable cornpany and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularÉties. This report was approved by the board of directors and trustees on 15 November 2025 and is signed on its be alf. ra Nair Chair of Trustees Page 21
The Maya Centre (A company limited by guarantee) Independent examiner's report to the trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 I report to the charty's trustees on my examination of the financial slatements of The Maya Centre ('Ihe cotnpany") for the year ended 31 March 2025 which are Set out on pages 23 to 38. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees of the company (and also its directors for the purposes of company lawl you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 {Ihe 2006 Act,). Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination. I report in respect of my examination of The Maya Centre's financial statements as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (Ihe 2011 Act,). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charty Commission under sedion 145(5){b) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's ststement Since the Company's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. l Confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of ICAEW which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confimi no matters have come to my attention.in connection wtth the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. 1 > accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 386 of the 2006 Act- or 2> the financial statements do not accord with such records., or 3) the financial statements do not comply with relevant accounting requirements under section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the financial statements give a 'tTue and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination- or 4) the financial Statements have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. P.G. Browne FCA CTA Chanter, Browne & Curry Chartered Accountant5 1 Plato Place 72-74 St Dionis Road London SW6 4TU. Date." 15 November 2025 Page 22
The Maya Centre IA Company lirnited by guarantee) Statement of flnan¢lal activities For the year ended 31 March 2025 urnffla ineome and ex ndFt re account 2025 2024 Unrestrrcted funds Restri¢t•d funds Totsl funds Ttstsl funds Income Donations and grants Other trading activities Inveslments 95,011 11,752 3.558 597,703 692,714 11,752 3,558 559,262 30,586 1.487 Totsl Incoming resoUe5 110,321 597,703 708,024 591,335 Expendlture Raising funds Charitable actsvities 6,102 90,645 21,778 555, 171 27,880 645,816 25.048 557.506 Totsl expenditure 96.747 576,949 673,696 582.554 Net incomellexpenditurel 13,574 20,754 34,328 8,781 Transfers beeen funds Net movement in funds for the year 13.574 20,754 34,328 8,781 Reconciliation of funds Total fvnds brought foNard 256,296 91,803 348,099 339,318 Totsl funds carried forward 269.870 112,557 382,427 348.099 The Statement of Finanual Acb'vities includes all gains and losses in the year. All incoming resources and resour$ expended derive from ntInuIng activities. Page 23
The Maya Centre IA Company lirnitsd by guarantee) Balance sheet At 31 March 2025 2025 Totsl funds 2024 Total funds Notes Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in harbd 71,251 459,970 58,839 381,887 531,221 440,726 Creditors: amoullts falling due within one year 148,794 92,627 Net current assets 382,427 348,099 Net assets 382.427 348,099 Funds of the charty Restricted funds Unrestricted funds.. General funds 112,557 91,803 10 269,870 256,296 Total charity funds 382,427 348,099 The Tyuslees consider that the charity is entiled to exemption from the requirement lo have an audit under the provisions of section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 1.the kv,) and members have not requi the charity to obtsin an audit for the year in question in accordance with secb.on 476 of the Act. The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Ad 2006 with respect to accounting records afid the preparation of financial statements. These financial statements have been prepared in accordan with the provisions applicable to small companies subjecl to the small companies regime and in accordance with FRS102 SORP. The financial ststements were approved and aulhorised for issue by the Trustees on 15 November 2025 and ed on their behalf, by.. Me ra Nair Chair Company Registration Nurnber. 027Q1313 Page 24
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Statement of cash flows For the year ended 31 March 2025 2025 2024 Notes Cash flows from operating activltles Net cash provided by (used inl operating activities 78,083 39,685 Cash flows from investing actlvities 103 Change In cash and cash equivalents in the year Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year Cash and cash equivalents brought fonmard 12 78,083 39,788 381,887 342,099 Cash and cash oquivalents carrled fOard 13 459,970 381.887 Page 25
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 31 March 2025 Accounting policies The prin¢ipal accounting policies are summarised below. The accounting policies have been applied consistentiy throughout the year and in the preceding year, except where noted. 1.1 Legal form The Maya Centre I'the company") is a charity limited by guarantee and domiciled in the United Kingdom. The address of its registered office and principal place of business is Unit 8, 9-15 Elthome Road, London, N19 4AJ. The nature of the company's operations and principal activities are to provide relief for women who are SLrffering from mental health problems by means of therapeuti¢ services. In the event of the charity being wound up. the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of the charity. 1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland issued in October 2019, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021, the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006 and UK Generalty Accepted Accounting Practice, The company constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements are prepared on a going Concern basis under the historical cost convention, modified to include certain items at fair value. 1.3 Going concern The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going Goncem. 1.4 Fund accountlng General funds are unrestri¢ted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charty and vthich have not been designated for other purposes. Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for particular purposes. Currently there are no funds in this category. Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance wth specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the charity for partiGular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the finanGial statements. 1.5 Income All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation. Page 26
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financial Statements (contlnued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 Accounting policles (continued) 1.6 Expenditure Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs af each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs. including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned beeen those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of lime spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset's use. Fundraising costs are those incurred in seeking voluntary contributions and do not include the costs of disseminating information in support of the charitable activities. Support costs are those costs incurred directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the Charity and include project management. Governance costs are those incurred in connection with administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements. Charitable activities and governance $t$ are costs incurred on the charity's therapeutic services and educational operations, including support costs and costs relating to the governance of the charity apportioned to charitable activities . All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT. 1.7 Interest receivable Interest on funds held on deposit is included when re1vable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity.. this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank. 1.8 Operating leases Rentsls under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Acb'vities on a straight line basis over the lease term. 1.9 Debtors Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discount5 due. 1.10 Cash at bank and In hand Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisits'on or opening of the deposit or similar account. Page 27
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financlal statements Icontlnued For the year ended 31 March 2025 Accounting policies (contlnued) 1.11 Creditors Creditors are recognised where the charity has a presenl obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third paty and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are normally recognised al their settlement amount. 1.12 Financial instruments The company only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are inits'ally recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at Iheir settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequenlly measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. 1.13 Taxation The company is considered to pass the tests set out in Paragraph 1 Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010 and therefore it meets the definition of a charitable company for UK corporation tax purposes. Accordingly, the charity is potentially exempt from taxation in respect of income or capital gains received within categories covered by Chapter 3 Part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, to the extent that such income or gains are applied exclusively to charitable purposes. 1.14 Pensions The company operate5 a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge represents the amounts payable by the charFty to Ihe fund in respect of the year. 1.15 Judgements in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and olher factors, including expectations for future event5 that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The level of deferred income varies depending on when a grant is received and the ts-me frame the grant is to be spread over. The level of deferred income is re-assessed annually to ensure that an appropriate amounl is being recognised. Page 28
The Maya Centre {A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the finan¢lal slatements l¢ontlnued) Forthe yearended 31 March 2025 2 Income from donatlons andlggacies 2025 ftestricted funds 2024 Unr8Stwi¢ted funds Totsl funds Total frJnd5 Donations Grants 36,011 59,000 36,011 656,703 19,071 540,191 597,703 95.011 597 703 692.714 559.262 Grant income comprised"_ 202S Unrestrfcted R05tricted funds funds 20 T*Jtsl funds Total fund Awards For All City Bridge Trust- BAMER CEoudesley- M8in Cloudesley- Black Womens Project Complementary Therapies Cripplegale Foundation Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade,. Emigrant Support Programme Famity CalaFyst Fund Hearthstone DV Project Henrysmilh lslinglon Voluntary and Community Grant LB Islington & CCG MOPAC MOPAC- Cost Of Living MOPAC- VAWG Grassroots Fund National Lottery Community Fund Propel The Blue Thread The Chartties Trust The Constdered Ask Foundation 6.667 53,495 6.667 53,495 3,000 35,000 37,690 3,000 35,000 35,000 165 26,000 32,496 26.000 26,000 32,496 32,496 1,750 1,750 1.500 6,437 49,437 67,038 67,038 15,000 71,203 44.646 15,000 71.203 71,002 44,652 27,933 29,87S 116,392 37,500 44.910 124,373 84.125 44,910 124.373 84.125 15.000 15,000 112 24,000 32.000 32,000 59,000 597.703 856 703 540 191 3 Income from othertrading activitlos 2025 2024 funds fvnds Totsl lunds Totsl funds Fundraising income other 870 10,882 870 10,882 28.087 2,499 11.752 30.586 Page 29
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financial statements Icontinued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 4 Investment incom8 2025 Re$trlet•d funds 2024 Unrestvicted funds Totsl funds Totsl fund8 Bank interest receivable 3,558 3,558 1.487 5 Expendlture 2025 2024 UnvBStrictsd funds Restrlcted fund5 Totsl funds Total funds Raisin funds Fundraising expenditure 6.102 21,778 27,880 25,048 Charitable activities Wages and salaries National insurance Pension contributions Sessional workers Clinical supervision DBS Cheths Disbursemenls Project costs Grouplnon therapeutic sessions and psychoeducalion Rent and rates Insurance Utilities Cleaning Fumishings Maintenance IT costs Printing.. postsge & stationery staff training and supervision Telephone Workshop expenses Recruitment costs Sundttes 13,670 1,468 349 224 11,727 105 230.381 16,589 3,938 121.929 22.333 142 23,662 42.681 244,051 18,057 4,287 122,153 34,060 247 23,662 47,970 208,512 12,643 4,074 119,598 37,221 162 30,031 11,084 5.289 527 10,706 8,648 9,175 7,956 3,065 13,135 51,726 59,682 3,065 13,135 55,337 5,870 5,753 2,958 2,532 (524) 2,814 9,607 2,620 3,270 25,646 93 1,548 819 5,802 25.122 2,907 11,155 3,439 836 24,556 3,366 2,530 3,251 5,017 1,749 8,337 3,047 1,766 4,813 82,055 555,171 637,226 553,637 Page 30
The Pjlaya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the fbnancial statements (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 5 Expenditure (conlinuedl Govemance costs 2025 2024 Unres¢rleted funds RtrIctsd funds Totslfvnds Total funds Independent examination fees Consultancy Legal and professional fees Board expenses 3,200 5,130 35 225 3.200 5.130 35 225 3,050 48 771 8,590 8,590 3,869 Total expenditure on charitsble activities 90,645 555,171 645,816 557,506 Total expenditure 576,949 673.696 582,554 6 Net incomellexpenditurel This is stated after charging.. 2025 2024 Independent examination fee 3,200 3,050 No twstees received any remuneration: benefits in kind or reimbursement of expenses12024 - £NIL). 7 Staff costs Stsff costs were as follows: 2025 Restricted funds 2024 Unrnstrlcted funds Total funds Total funds Wages and salaries Social security costs Pension contributions 19,772 1,468 349 252.159 16,589 3,938 271,931 18,057 4,287 233,560 12,FA3 4,074 21,589 272.686 294,275 250 277 The average number of persons employed by the charity during the yearwas as follows'.- 2025 2024 Number of employees 10 No employee received remuneralion amounting to rnore than £60,000 in either year. Page 31
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financial statements (continued Forthe year ended 31 March 2025 8 Debtors 2025 2024 Prepayments Other debtors 24,359 46,892 1,679 57,160 71,251 58,839 9 Creditors: Amounts falling due wlthin one year 2025 2024 Trade creditors Accruals Deferred income Other creditors 52,663 33,333 53,294 9,504 20,332 26,382 36,763 9,150 148,794 92,627 DefeThed Income Deferred income at 1 April 2024 Resources deferred during the year Amounts released to income from previous periods 36,763 53,294 (36,763) Deferred income at 31 March 2025 53,294 Page 32
Tha Maya Centre (A Company limited by guaranleel Notss to the financial statements (continued) Forthg year ended 31 Narch 2025 10 Statement of funds staternent of funds - current year Tfan5fer inl louil Balance at 31 March 2025 Balance at 1 April 2024 Income Expenditure General fund5 256,296 110,321 96,747) 269,870 Total unrestricted fundg 256,296 110,321 96,747 269,870 Rgstricted funds Awards For All City Bridge TnJst- BAMER Cloudesley- Black Womens Projecl Complementary Therapies The Considered Ask Foundation 6,667 53,495 35,000 (6,555) (54,388) (34,062) (2,617) (29.906) 112 18,354 9,160 1,062 9,160 19,247 8,222 3,679 7,066 32,000 Departsnent of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Emigrant Support Programme Family Catalyst Fund Henry Smith L8 Islingtun & CCG MOPAC- Main MOPAC - VAWG Grassroots Fund National Lottery Community Fund Propel 8,891 32,496 (32,496) 8,891 2,681 68 1,750 (1,350) 67,038 (67,038) 71,203 (71,203) 44.646 (44,646) 44.910 (41,566) 124,373 (131,486) 84,125 (59,636) 3,081 68 2,682 13,206 14,306 11,765 2,682 16,550 7,193 36,244 Total rg5tri¢ted funds 91,803 597,703 (576,949 112.557 Totsl funds 348,099 708,024 {673,696 382,427 Page 33
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the flnancial ststements (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 10 Statement of funds (contlnued) Statement of funds - prior year Transfer inl Balance at 31 March 2024 Balance at I Aprll 2023 Income Expenditu General funds 268,627 77,256 (96,703) 7.116 256,296 Total unrestrlctsd funds 268,627 77,256 96,703) 7,116 256,296 Restricted funds Cty Bridge Trust- BAMER Cloudesley- Black Womens Project Cloudesley- Main Complementary Therapies The Considered Ask Foundation 15,942 11,993 3,058 7,083 37.690 35,000 (34,385) (38,771) 19,247 8,222 {3,058) 165 (3,569) (16,934) 3,679 7,066 24,000 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade; Emigrant Support Programme Family Catatyst Fund He8rthstone DV Project Henry Smith LB Islington & CCG MOPAC- Main MOPAC - Cost Of Living MOPAC - Grassroots 8,175 32,496 (31,780) 8,891 3,476 4,625 1,500 6.437 49.437 71,002 44,652 27,933 (2,295) (5,993) (49,369) (71,002) (44,652) (26,039) (4,848) 29,875 (16,669) 116,392 (113,800) 37,500 (25,745) 2,681 (5.069) 68 2.682 2,682 (1,894) 2,905 1,943 MOPAC - VAWG Grassrools 2024 13,206 14,306 11,755 National Lottery Community Fund Propel 11,714 Totsl restricted funds 70,691 514,079 (485,851 7,116 91,803 Total funds 339,318 591,335 582,554 348,099 Page 34
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the financial statements Icontlnued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 10 Statement of funds (continued) Statement of funds- ¢uThent year Tran$f¢r Inl louil 8alan¢e at 31 March 2025 8•lance at 1 Aprll 2024 Income Éxpèndlture General fijnds 256,2 256,296 110,321 110,321 96,747 (96,747) 269,870 269,870 Restricted funds 91,803 597,703 (576,949) 112,557 Total funds 348,099 708,024 873,696 382,427 Statement of funds - prior year Balance at t April 2023 ExpendSture Tran¥f¢r Inl lout) Balance at 31 Mareh 2024 Incon General funds 268,627 268,627 77,256 77,256 (96,703 (96,7031 7,116 7,116 256,296 256,296 Restricted knnds 70,691 514,079 {485,8511 {7,116) 91.803 Total funds 339.318 591,335 582,554 348,099 The charity's funds comprise the following.. Restrlctsd fund$ Cty Bridge Trust- to expand counselling services to BAMER women. Cloudesley Black Women's Project- funding for targeting Black African and Caribbean women for 1-2-1 counselling. group therapy and psychoeducalion groups. Cloudesley- This funding has been restricted for therapeutic group work. Complementary Therapies- funding restricted for the provision of Reiki, Massage and Reflexology sessions to women affected by domestic Violen and sexual abuse. Considered Ask Foundation- to cover the cost of the Communications and Fundraising manager. Emigrant Support Programme Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: The Emigrant Support Programme Ilrish project) received a grant of £32,496 for the year from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2025. The fttnds were restricted for the following projects.. The Irish Women's Project. Nine months grant income was utilised in the period to 31st March 2024. Three months grant income amounting to £8,891 has been deferred to the 2025-26 financial year and will be utilised by 30th June 2025. Page 35
The Maya Centre IA Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the fiTrancial statemenls Icontinuedl For the year ended 31 March 2025 10 Statement of funds (continued) Restricted funds (continued) Family Catalyst- ftjnding restricted awarded to provide small grants to disadvantaged families or family members to enable them to ac5$ opporiunities or they have difficulty in doing so wthout additional help. For example, educational opportunities, starting a hobby or tickets to evenls etc. Henry Smith- to cover core costs of the organisation. LB Islington & CCG - fijnding restricted for the provision of counselling for BAMER women and women o have experienced domestic Violen and child sexual abuse. MOPAC.. Grassroots - to contribute toward the delivery of psychoeducation and art therapy for women from refugee, trafficked and isolated migrant backgrounds. MOPAC.. VAWG Grassroots 2024". funded for a collaborative agreement to support and empower black minoritized women from refugee, asylum-seeking and vulnerable migrant communities. MOPAC: Main - funding provided for women who have suffered domestic abuse and sexual violence trauma. The National Lottery Community Fund - for the Community Development Pro9rarnme to empower the women in the community for prath.cal and soaal skills and welkbeing support for minoritized women. Propel- grant given towards the aciivities of the experts by experience groups and towards core managemenL Page 36
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the flnancial statements Icontinuedl Forthe yearended 31 March 2025 11 Analysls of net assets between funds CuThent year 2025 Unr•8irl¢ted funds Restri¢t•d funds Total tunds Current assets Creditors due wtthin one year 269,870 261.351 (148,794 112,557 531,221 148,794) 382,427 269,870 Prlor year 2024 Rog1cted funds Unrestri¢t•d funds Total funds Current assets Creditors due wiihin one year 256,296 184.430 92,627 91,803 440,726 92,627 256 296 12 Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash Ilow from operating actlvities 2025 2024 Net income for the year las per statement of financial activities) 34,328 8,781 Ilncreaselldecrease in debtors Increaselldecrease) in creditors (12,412> 56,167 3,280 27,727 Net cash provided by operating activltles 78,083 39.788 13 Analysls of cash and Gash equlvalents 2025 2024 Cash at bank and in hand 459,970 381,887 Page 37
The Maya Centre (A Company limited by guarantee) Notes to the flnancial statements (continued) For the year ended 31 March 2025 14 Operating lease commitments The total of future rninimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases are as follows.. Land and buildlngs 2025 2024 Not later than one year Later than one year and not later than fwe years 59,800 163,122 59,800 222,922 Total 222,922 282,722 15 Related party disclosures There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025. Page 38