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Unique Community // Annual report 2024-2025
CONTENTS
1. A note
2. Charity Overview
a. Objects
b. Vision & Mission
c. Approach
d. Values (Our Offer) & Our Ask
e. Program Areas
f. Staffing Structure
g. Youth Board & Community Committee
3. Artistic Themes
4. 2024-2025 Statistics
5. Unique Youth Theatre
6. The Stork Project
7. DYCE
8. Outreach
9. Partnerships
10. Policies
11. Funding & Income

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1. A Note
It is such a delight to watch Unique Community grow into a stronger and more stable organisation year
on year. 2024-25 was a huge year for this organisation - and there is a clear distinction this year from a
small organisation into a really well structured, efficient and effective one that has the capacity to dream
very big. What a joy to be part of it!
Erina Davidenko, Chairperson
Every year feels like such a huge leap for us at Unique Community - but this year it feels like there was a
really huge shift in the way we are working. Structurally Unique Community is at its most effective and
that builds the best kind of projects because our community can rely on us to exist for a long time. We
know how to fundraise, we know our niche and what we do well and we have a fantastic team working
with us. It's an extremely good time to be working at Unique Community and we are so excited for the
year to come!
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Nataliya Kharina, Artistic Director
ACRONYM DEFINITIONS:
CYP - Children & Young People
SEND - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
SEMH - Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, a category of Special Educational Needs (SEND) for
children who struggle to manage their emotions, behavior, and relationships, hindering their learning
ESL - English as a Second Language, referring to people learning English in a non-native English-speaking
environment or for those whose first language isn't English
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2. Charity Overview
OBJECTS
• To advance arts, culture, and heritage in Greater London Boroughs by providing opportunities for
people who might otherwise be excluded due to the lack of financial and material resources,
poor health and underachievement.
To advance the education of disadvantaged young people, by providing training, leisure, and
other activities in Greater London Boroughs in such ways as the charity trustees think fit.
To relieve poverty amongst people from refugee and migrant communities in Greater London
Boroughs who are affected by financial hardship, social exclusion, poor health, and low
achievement in education by provision of training, advice & information, and by engaging them
in learning, art, music and creative activities.
• To promote equality and good relations between the diverse communities of the Greater London
Boroughs by initiating projects and activities aimed at promotion of cross-cultural
communication, understanding, and friendship amongst different communities.
• To promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially
excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to
integrate into society, by the provision of training, performance, music, and other projects and
activities.
• To relieve the aged, particularly those from the Russian Community.
• To protect and preserve public health by the provision of advice.
VISION
Everyone deserves a safe space in which they can explore, create and thrive.
MISSION
• INSPIRE - We inspire positive change in our community's mental health and well-being. We turn
their struggles into confidence through the arts. Our community is built on sharing, learning and
growing from each other's lived experience.
• CONNECT - We tackle isolation amongst marginalised groups by developing peer-to-peer
connection. We invite them to grow our community and create lifelong friendships.
• EXPLORE - We explore emotive and challenging subject matter through the arts. We maintain a
safe space for our community to be bold; finding their voice, building resilience and developing
daring new art.
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• EMPOWER - We empower our community to co-design all of our projects. This develops tangible
skills, to support them in navigating personal and global challenges.
APPROACH
INCLUSIVE- ACCESSIBLE - COLLABORATIVE
Most people who find their way to Unique Community come from marginalised backgrounds, often
having experienced significant trauma or social isolation. We shape our welcoming community around
their unique needs. The personal stories and experiences of each person are entwined within every
aspect of our programs, inspiring creative sessions that centre their perspectives. We invest in this
approach through creating a safe, calm and prepared environment. An Arts Therapist/Wellbeing Officer
supports every single one of our sessions. We celebrate each individual as they are and encourage our
community to celebrate each other. No one is left behind. Our inclusive culture fosters creative
exploration. In our small space, our community is empowered to tackle big things and better face the
world beyond our walls. We encourage critical thinking through an empathetic lens. Critical thinking
involves seeking, analysing, and evaluating multiple perspectives on a complex question or issue, being
able to "see" through someone else's eyes is essential. Our staff and members hold themselves and each
other accountable. Our values give them the vocabulary to do this.
VALUES - OUR OFFER
We believe that truly inclusive performing arts processes should feel; safe, calm, prepared and fun. This
is our offer to those that access our projects. If ever we don't quite achieve it (it happens, we are also
humans who make mistakes), participants can point to the words and remind us about how we should
be delivering sessions. We welcome and celebrate feedback - it's how we ensure we keep getting
better.
SAFE - Anyone can access our projects without risk of physical or emotional harm.
CALM - Everyone feels included in sessions without physical or emotional distress.
PREPARED - All projects are carefully planned with the participating group in mind.
FUN - Every participant enjoys our sessions and the opportunity to celebrate themselves.
OUR ASK
At the beginning of projects we introduce these four words to staff and participants that underpin the
way we work in sessions. We understand that humans are imperfect beings who make mistakes - it's
the only way we learn! These words are there to bring us back if we get lost so we ask that everyone
keep them in mind throughout their work with us.
OPEN - Try new things, talk to new people, speak your thoughts, and let your imagination run wild.
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KIND - Welcome new people, support and encourage others, and be generous with your ideas.
BOLD - Be ready to explore difficult subjects, challenge yourself to consider other perspectives, and be
brave enough to speak up when something feels wrong.
HOPEFUL - Believe that you have endless opportunities, stand ready to gain new skills, and take
everything you learn into the outside world to create a brighter future.
PROGRAM AREAS
This year, we have solidified our core programming, focusing on the projects that are integral to how
Unique Community operates and the difference we aim to make.
UNIQUE YOUTH THEATRE
Unique Youth Theatre provides a dynamic range of performing arts opportunities for young people aged
7-16. Participants collaborate to create original shows, brought to life on professional theatre stages.
THE STORK PROJECT
The Stork Project harnesses the power of performing arts to help migrants navigate the challenges of
adjusting to life in a new country. By bringing people together to work towards a shared goal, the project
fosters a sense of belonging, connection, and hope within the community.
DYCE
DYCE provides children and young people with a safe space to engage in empathy-driven dialogue and
critical thinking through engaging, interactive process drama workshops. Each DYCE workshop is rooted
in original script written by Unique Community performance groups and members of the wider
community, ensuring the stories resonate deeply with participants.
OUTREACH / PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS
Alongside our core programs we deliver outreach projects with local partners across North West London.
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STAFFING STRUCTURE
In 2024-5 we established clarity on the separation of all roles and responsibilities working across Unique
Community projects.
TRUSTEES
CEO
Oversees all aspects of financial management, trustee relations, fundraising initiatives, and
organisational strategy.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Guides the organisation's artistic vision and strategy, while also overseeing fundraising efforts, training
programs, delivery standards, project and partnership management.
WELLBEING MANAGER (MUSIC THERAPIST)
COMPANY MANAGER (previousiy company
(previously wellbeing officer) - Responsible for
coordinator) - Responsible for management of all
the wellbeing of all participants, maintaining
projects including - communication with families
inclusion resources and monitoring and
and participants, producing projects & shows.
evaluation of all projects.
OUTREACH COORDINATOR (previously DYCE project coordinator) - Responsible for school partnership
project management, including DYCE.
FREELANCE FACILITATORS - 14 members of staff hired across all projects
VOLUNTEERS - 25 volunteers annually
YOUTH BOARD & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE
We have established a Youth Board and Community Committee.
The Youth Board consists of a representative from each Unique Community project voted in by the
groups. We also have specific representatives for inclusion - including CYP with; English as a Second
Language (ESL), Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental
Health Needs (SEMH).
The Community Committee consists of family members of young people and adults accessing our
projects.
Each group meets 3 times per year to discuss and make decisions on:
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Fundraising and how money is spent at Unique Community
Themes and content of sessions across the service
• Further development for the organisations
• Feedback on annual plans for Unique Community
What is discussed in these meetings is passed onto Trustees. They are also presented with the decisions
made at the organisation as a result of their input for approval.
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3. Artistic Themes
Every year we collaborate with participants and the wider community to develop a theme for the artistic
year's season. Themes explore societal challenges our community is facing and are used as a catalyst for
making original devised work across all projects. The intention is that through the creative process
participants are able to find answers through difficult situations.
2023 - 2024 - AGE OF DIFFERENCE
This year's theme came out of our community's desire to learn more about themselves and each other.
We are based in Brent, one of the most diverse boroughs in the UK, and the make-up of our community
reflects this. We want to build empathy & critical thinking skills in children, young people and adults alike
to help them understand their own identities and maybe find more understanding for others.
It started with a series of questions.
"Am I a minority?" asked a young person from India during a session. We give everyone the chance to
share their pronouns if they want to - "Why would I do that?" asked a young person who is a refugee and
falls into the category of 'disadvantaged'. She asked this while sitting next to another young person from
Brazil who identifies as gender fluid. "What is a refugee?" asked a Ukrainian young person who arrived in
the UK in 2022 fleeing the war. This is the make-up of a typical Unique Community room, identity
matters.
We are living in a time when both self-identification and assigning identity to others have become
politicised acts that affect all of us everyday. This year we will be using the arts to help people better
understand themselves first and then using those same skills to better understand others.
Our hope is that this process helps us all build beautiful new bridges of kindness.
2024-2025 - ROOTS
ROOTS. They keep us steady. They tie us down. They stop us from falling. They keep us anchored in one
place. They make us aware of our surroundings. They limit our view. They teach us about our past.
It's 2025 - another year, another series of BIG events. It's relentless, and our Unique Community wants
to understand how we got here. This year, we aim to dig deep into the ROOTS of the issues.
All the groups across our service will explore the theme ROOTS from different perspectives. Like a jigsaw
puzzle of performance, these pieces will come together to form a whole picture, shedding light on what
we think is truly going on.
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4. 2024-2025 Statistics
TOTAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 3,530
CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE: 3,245
ADULTS: 285
BRENT
HARROW
BARNET
EALING
1430 CYP
260 Adults
1376 CYP
25 Adults
371 CYP
68 CYP
PROJECTS
UNIQUE YOUTH THEATRE - 211 children and young people accessed the service
THE STORK PROJECT - 65 adults and 66 children and young people accessed the service
DYCE - 2,670 children and young people accessed the service
OUTREACH PROJECTS - 220 adults, 298 children and young people
OUTCOME DATA
INSPIRE - 2924 people stated they have improved wellbeing as a result of Unique Community Projects.
CONNECT - 2959 people stated they have increased connections with peers and the local community.
EXPLORE - 2852 people stated they feel more resilient to be able to face personal and global challenges.
EMPOWER - 2924 people stated they have gained new skills they will be able to use beyond Unique
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5. Unique Youth Theatre
TOTAL PARTICIPANTS: 211
TOTAL REGULARLY ATTENDING PARTICIPANTS: 87
GROUP BREAKDOWN:
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44% of Children and young people participating in our core programs have Social, Emotional or
Mental Health needs.
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26% of Children and young people participating in our core programs have a statement of
Special, Educational or Disability needs.
51% of Children and young people participating in our core programs receive Free School Meals.
46% of Children and young people participating in our core programs speak English as a Second
Language.
YOUTH THEATRE (previously known as Actor's Studio)
Two original musicals were devised and performed at the Ryan Theatre in Harrow in June 2024
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Two young people were hired as associate artists to write and direct the Actor's Studio shows.
From September 2024 a musician, artist and drama lead were introduced into all actor's studio
sessions allowing for a multi-disciplinary approach to sessions. This has created a more inclusive
space for children.
DANCE & MOVEMENT / Funding & New Venue
Funding has been secured to deliver two years of Dance & Movement from the Go! London
Fund.
- A new partnership has been forged with Chalkhil! Community Centre as a venue for the sessions.
YOUNG COMPANY / Sports!
- A Young Company supported by the Heritage Lottery was launched and created a show based on
stories shared by families, called Sports! The show was about embracing failure as learning.
- The show was performed as part of the Wandsworth Arts Fringe festival giving the young people
an opportunity to be part of a professional arts festival and bringing new audiences to our work.
- We secured further funding for the Young Company through the Young Harrow Foundation.
EXTRA PROJECTS /
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We delivered a summer project in partnership with Harrow Arts Centre.
- We delivered a 10 week performance poetry project with Lyrix Organix
- We forged a partnership with Punchdrunk Enrichment giving us early access to their immersive
shows with our young people as the 'tester' audiences
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We took a theatre trip to see Matilda the Musical
FEEDBACK
"I want to express my gratitude for the incredible work Unique Community does in providing
performance art sessions. It's clear that your commitment goes far beyond just teaching art - it's about
giving these children the opportunity to express themselves, build confidence, and discover new passions
that they may not have otherwise had access to. Your programs are a vital source of inspiration and
empowerment, offering not just skills, but a sense of belonging and purpose. The impact you're making in
the lives of these children is immeasurable. By providing them with a creative outlet, you're opening
doors to new possibilities and helping to nurture their potential in ways that will last a lifetime. Thank
you for your dedication, care, and love you put into every session. You are making a real difference, and
the community is stronger because of your efforts."
"Words fail me to express my gratitude. I'm most grateful for the help you are giving CHILD A. You have
transformed her. I am grateful for the huge difference your organisation has made in her life."
(Family Feedback, Spring 2025)
"The environment that was created in the workshops clearly showed in the show. It's cool to create a
space where young people actually get close because it's very likely that everyone doesn't get along.
When you make awkward teenagers do theatre sometimes it's a disaster, the fact that it wasn't says a
lot."
(Young Person Feedback, Summer 2024)
"It was the best show I ever did to be honest. Compared to all the other shows I've done, this one was the
best one because the meaning was really clear. It had a great plot to it that everyone could understand.
The metaphor was ingenious. It talks about the obstacles that we go through in life and how to overcome
them."
(Young Person Feedback, Summer 2024)
"After the show my mum told me that everyone that came to watch it had deep thoughts about how
failure isn't a bad thing. I think that everyone has a brand new perspective on winning and failing."
(Young Person Feedback, Summer 2024)
"Being in the project for years was so impressive how kids are getting much more confident and mature,
enjoying every bit of it!"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
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"Amazing. Love that they can be themselves. They learn so much."
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"So so lovely to see all the hard work and passion gone into the project - such an amazing opportunity+
so grateful"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"It had a bit of everything; plot, comedy, singing and dancing, and I could see all the children enjoying
themselves"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"Great to see the children involved in every aspect of the show eg. props, backdrops etc. Play well
planned + children supported to flourish!"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"Incredible show! Was really nice to see the passion and dedication from youth cast and production
"A show well done in such a short time. The actors were brilliant. It would be nice to repeat some next
year. Amazing teachers."
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"10/10 They did really well for 1 week of prep. It's so good to see such a diverse group come together and
perform for us :-) Well done!"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
"So much applause, sheer joy what an amazing opportunity for the Yp to perform here"
(Audience Member Feedback, Summer 2024)
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6. The Stork Project
THEATRE COMPANY / Still Here & further development
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New productions were developed in partnership with the Afghan Association of London
(Harrow). The production, Still Here was performed as part of the Wandsworth Arts Fringe.
Ukrainian and Afghan migrant experiences are highlighted in the show.
We began delivering sessions towards a re-development of Still Here that will be performed at
the Camden Fringe Festival in 2025.
YOUNG PEOPLES PROGRAM / Harrow Council funded program
- We received further funding for the Ukrainian young people's program from Harrow Council.
This allowed for 7 trips across London and 1 residential in March 2025.
- We delivered 10 masterclasses covering; puppetry, drumming, mime and collage making.
- We delivered sessions towards an intergenerational musical that will be performed at the
Camden Fringe Festival in 2025.
COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS / Wembley Holiday Inn
- We have begun working with adult asylum seekers in Wembley to develop a new production as
well as provide joyful weekly sessions as a means of distraction.
- We ran a summer series of workshops for children asylum seekers in Wembley.
MOTHER TONGUE / Funded by Harrow Giving
- We have been successful in funding for a new production called Mother Tongue over two years
based on Eastern European experiences of migration.
- This project also entails the collection of oral histories that will be archived at the Headstone
Manor and Museum in Harrow.
- With this funding we have been able to hire three of our participants as Associate Artists to
develop the work.
FEEDBACK
"Through the theatre project my depression, loss and persecution were replaced by openness, security
and a little confidence. The project, and the community as a whole, played a decisive role in my
integration into the new environment."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
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"The emotional state has improved and / have become more open and got the confidence and desire to
express myself is returning. In general, the stage for me is always a challenge and pleasure, so every time
I go on stage in front of the audience I get a new experience. The topic of the speech and the script itself
resonated very much. I want to show it to many people, I really want to continue!!! The project is very
successful and useful!!!
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"It helps to be more confident, because I have experienced success - it has already been done and that
means I can do it again! When I look at the photos, I am very happy with my success and everyone's, it
was a team effort."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"The main thing that has changed for him is he has been freed - he is free from the worries that were
weighing him down before. I can see that he is moving forward and all of this is thanks to the Stork
Project."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"The project organisers and participants at every step where I had difficulties came to the rescue with
advice, support, and attention. We have become almost a real big family! Now I don't feel isolated, lonely
and helpless as before, I know that I have true friends in good and bad. And theatrical collaborations are
simply priceless! They help you appreciate and understand the people around you and yourself."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"Thank you very much for what you have done for us. / was very happy. Your way of teaching is very
unique and pleasant. I'm glad we know you. I was looking forward to Friday because you bring us so
much joy. I hope we will meet again soon, we will miss you."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"You're creative and distinguished presence had a deep impact on everyone's hearts. Your work reflects
noble values and a generous spirit that honours art and its humanitarian role in society."
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
"What I liked about the theatre class is that it has very active and funny atmosphere. It made me feel so
comfartable to express and act different emotions. / enjoy a lot. You are amazing and thank you!"
(Participant Feedback, Summer 2024)
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7. DYCE
SCHOOL PARTNERS: 24
PARTICIPANTS: 2670
SESSIONS DELIVERED: 136
DYCE has become an integral part of the Unique Community core programming and schools are
beginning to invest in part of the delivery giving the project longevity beyond the funding which will end
in Autumn of 2025.
WORKSHOPS
HOPE ROAD - Based on a show performed by the Youth Theatre in 2022 exploring; Migration, Social
Media & Political Instability
THE SUPERMARKET - Based on a show performed by Youth Theatre in 2023 exploring; Cost-of-Living
Crisis, Food Shortages, Gas Lighting
BENEATH THE SURFACE - Based on a show performed by Younger Youth Theatre in 2023 exploring;
Overcoming Fears, Tolerance, Open-mindedness.
SCHOOL PARTNERS
Alperton Community School, HAO 4JE
Ark Academy Secondary, HA9 9JP
Ark Elvin Academy, HA9 7DU
Bentley Wood High School, HA7 3JW
Chalkhill Primary School, HA9 9YP
Coppetts Wood Primary School, N10 1JS
Harris Lowe Academy, NW10 3ST
Hatch End High School HA7 3JW
Harrow High School, HA1 2JG
East Lane Primary School, HAO 3NT
Fairway Primary School, NW7 3HS
Friern Barnet School, N11 3LS
Grange Primary School, HA2 ORY
Leopold Primary School, NW10 90R
Newman Catholic College, NW10 3RN
Park Lane Primary School, HA9 7RY
Pinner High School, HA5 1NB
Preston Manor (Primary & Secondary)
Whitmore High School, HAZ OAD
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Woodlands School (Community SEN), HA8 6JP
Uxendon Manor Primary School, HA3 OUX
Preston Manor Secondary, HA9 8NA
Preston Manor Lower School, HA9 OLZ
FEEDBACK
"It increases their understanding of things going on in the world and gives them more awareness of
things that are happening around them in an engaging way"
(Hatch End High School, Teacher Feedback)
"I think the young people have learnt about taking other people's feelings into consideration,
understanding how your words can upset somebody and knowing how to get the same message across
but in a different way - being kinder."
(Leopold Primary School, Teacher Feedback)
"The children absolutely loved the drama, even those students that don't usually get engaged in class
were really engaged - they were smiling, they were laughing. It really let them shine which was lovely.
The staff interacted with the groups well and made them feel relaxed - just amazing. The children loved
it! It was nice to do something practical and hands-on as opposed to doing writing activities. Thank you
so much, it was amazing!"
(Grange Primary School, Teacher Feedback)
"I think the workshop was really inclusive, every child was able to take part even if they had any language
barrier which was really good. I really loved the props that they used - it wasn't too much, just enough to
make them feel engaged and better understand what was going on. The topic of the workshops is so
useful and so relevant for today - it really helps them understand the world around them and the issues
that adults around them might be going through and how they can work through those things."
(Grange Primary School, Teacher Feedback)
"Today our young people learnt lots - a very important message about using their critical thinking skills
and not to believe what others are telling them. To think about it themselves."
(Leopold Primary School, Teacher Feedback)
'It's a moment to explore ideas through drama which is slightly different to the curriculum that we
deliver here at the school and I'm really appreciative of them for the opportunity to experience it and get
to try in-role problem salving and critical thinking through role play - it's brilliant!"
(Bentley Wood Secondary School, Teacher Feedback)
8. Outreach
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DRAMA CLUB
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Drama Club continues at Park Lane Primary School as it has done since 2018. As this service costs
schools money and requires them to charge parents this is now a smaller part of our service.
One of our key aims is to make sure that all of our services are accessible financially. We will
continue to deliver the Park Lane Drama Club however because of our long-standing partnership
with Park Lane school.
CHALKHILL COMMUNITY CENTRE SESSIONS
We have developed a strong partnership with Chalkhill Community Centre delivering sessions to
the older people's groups and running a pantomime performance workshop as part of their
festive celebration event.
LUMINA
- We worked in partnership with Harrow School and virtual schools to deliver weekly arts sessions
for looked after young people. This has led to a bigger project taking place running in 2025.
MAKE SPACE
- Make Space is the evolution of the Lumina project - a 10 week creative arts project for 28 looked
after young people from Barnet, Brent, Ealing and Harrow. This project ran January - March 2025
and the partnership will continue in 2026.
STAT
We worked in partnership with Roundwood School, Sport at the Heart, Connect Stars and 6
schools across to deliver arts sessions for 60 children at risk.
LET'S UNITE FOR AUTISM
- 35 children and young people with SEND have been offered 22 performing arts sessions in
partnership with Let's Unite for Autism, Sport at the Heart and Roundwood School and
Community Centre.
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9. Partnerships
HIGHLIGHTS
- We are part of an Arts Council funded Priority Place grant consortium 2024 - 2027 to develop the
arts and culture landscape for children and young people across Brent.
• We have forged strong partnerships with Harrow Council and Young Harrow Foundation who
continue to fund our work with Ukrainian young people.
We have formed strong local partnerships which continue to grow new and exciting outreach
projects.
PARTNERS
Virtual Schools - Barnet, Brent, Ealing & Harrow
Punchdrunk Enrichment
Fresh Arts
The Awareness Tap
Mahogany Carnival Arts
Afghan Association London (Harrow)
Wembley Park & Quintain
Roundwood School & Community Centre
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Sport at the Heart
Connect Stars
Young Brent Foundation
Young Harrow Foundation
Harrow Council
Brent Council
Safe Neighbourhoods Board
Romanian and Eastern European Hub
Clube dos Brasileirinhos
We Restart
Synergy Theatre
Kinspiration
Let's Unite for Autism
Garden Studios
Blue Check Bar
PAL Network
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10. Policies & Funders
POLICIES
CHILD PROECTION & SAFEGUARDING POLICY
ADULT SAFEGUARDING POLICY
EQUALITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
OPPORTUNITY POLICY
HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY
DATA PROTECTION & PRIVACY POLICY
WHISTLEBLOWLING POLICY
ANTI-BULLYING POLICY
WHATSAPP POLICY
ETHICAL FUNDRASING POLICY
COMPLAINTS POLICY & PROCEDURE
SAFER RECRUITMENT POLICY
FINANCIAL PROCEDURES & RESERVES POLICY
ANTI-FRAUD POLICY
VOLUNTEER POLICY
LONE WORKING POLICY
FUNDERS & INCOME
Arts Council England
Heritage Lottery
John Lyon's Charity
Young Harrow Foundation
Harrow Council
Young Brent Foundation
Brent Council
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Mercer's Company
The National Lottery Community Fund
Go! London
Harrow School
Sport at the Heart
London Youth
Let's Unite for Autism
Jack Petchey Foundation
Chalkhill Community Trust
Connect Stars
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Registered Charity Number
1077222
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Charity Accounts
Financial Statements
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Unique Community Charity
Charity Accounts
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Report and accounts
Contents
Administration details of the Charity, it's Trustees and Advisers
Report of the Trustees
Information Sheet
Trustees Responsibility Report
Independent Examiner's report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements
Schedule to the Statement of Financial Activities
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Trustees:
Chairperson
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Bankers
Unique Community Charity
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for the year ended 31 March 2025
Rebecca Bincan
Liudmila Malinovskaia
Asta Marshall
Erina Davidenko
Asta Marshall
Punchdrunk Enrichment
Unit 22 Watkin Road
Wembley
London
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Trustees' Responsiblities Statement
forthe year ended
31 March 2025
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Charity law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under Charity Act 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 chary and
of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the Charity 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 of the Charities SORP;
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and pruden
state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed ar
- prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in
operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Charitable
transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and enable them to ensure that
the financial statements comply with the Charity Act 2011
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charities
transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable and enable them to ensure
that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity
and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other regularities.
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Unique Community Charity
Charity Accounts
Independent Examiner's Report on the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2025
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025, which are set out on pages 24 to 30.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
As the charity trustees of the Charity it is you who are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities
Act 2011
Having satisfied myself that charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination under
Charities Act 2011, it is my responsibility to:
I report in repsect of my examinaton of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act. In carrying out my
examination i have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity's commission under Secton 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act
Conclusions relating to going concern
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a
review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes
consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequentiy no opinion is
given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent Examiner's Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
1) accounting records were not kept in repset of the Charity as regired by Section 130 of the Act; or;
2) the accounts do not accord with those records; or
3) the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of the accounts
set out in the Charities (Accounts and reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that accounts give a "true and fair
view" which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
Corresponding figures
The charity was not subject to audit in previous period, therefore the opening balances and the corresponding figures are unaudited.
We did not undertaken an Independent examination of the comparatives.
I confirm there are no matters to which your attention should be drawn to enable a proper undestanding to be reached.
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Ahmed Ali FCCA
AGA Accountants
Harrow business centre
429-433 Pinner Road
North Harrow
HA1 4HN
Dated: 28 January 2026
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Unique Community Charity
Statement of Financial Activities
income and Expenditure Account
for the year ended 31 March 2025
Unrestricted
Restricted
Funds
Funds
Notes
2025
2025
E
Total
Funds
2025
Last year
Total Funds
2024
Incoming resources
Incoming resources from generated funds:
Voluntary Income
2
Total incoming resources
Resources expended
Charitable activities
Expenses and Support cost
Total resources expended
Net incoming resources
before transfers between funds
Net movement in funds
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward
Total Funds carried forward
All of the above amounts relate to continuing activities.
The notes on pages 11 to 14 form part of these financial statements.
16,553
16,553
:
16,553 -
16,553
241,939
241,939
258,491
258,491
218,866
218,866
90,082
157,823
247,905
5,966
5,966
90,082
157,823
247.905
10,586
10,586
61,652
87,847
149.500
69,966
69,366
49,705
66,258
54,924
48,958
104,629
115,215
35,263
104,629
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Unique Community Charity
Balance Sheet/Statement of Financial Acticities
for the year ended 31 March 2025
Notes
2025
2024
€
The assets and liabilities of the charity:
ixed assel
ffice equipme
Total Fixed assets
Current assets
Prepayments
Cash at bank and in hand
Totat current assets
Creditors:-
amounts due within one year
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Net assets
The funds of the charity:
Accumulated fund
Surplus/Deficit for the year
Total charity funds
10
11
12
13
114,096
114,096
(4,066)
5,186
5,186
110,030
115,216
115,216
104,629
10,586
115,216
104,181
104,181
(3,481)
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on _ January 2026 and signed on their by:-
3,930
3,930
100,700
104,630
104,629
..
35,263
69,366
104,629
E Davily
Trustee - Erina Davidenko
The notes on pages 11 to 15 form part of these financial statements.
Trustee - Asta Marshall
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Unique Community Charity
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2025
1 Accounting policies
1.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Siatement 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) effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006. The charity has taken advantage of the following disclosure
exemptions in preparing these financial statements, as permitted by FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK
and Republic of Ireland':
the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows;
the requirement of Section 3 Financial Statement Presentation paragraph 3.17(d):
11.47, 11.48(a)(iii), 11.48(a)(iv), 11.48(b) and 11.48(c);
the requirements of Section 12 Other Financial instruments paragraphs 12.26, 12.27, 12.29(a), 12.29(b) and 12.29A;
1.2 Charity status
1.3 Fund accounting
The Charity is registered with the charities commission. The members of the charity are the Trustees named on page 1.
restricted funds are available for use at the discretions of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the chari
esignated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the trustees for particular purposes. Restricted funds are subject to restrictions
their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the terms of an appeal.
1.4 Incoming resources
All incoming resources donation and fundraising event income are included when the charily is entitled to the income and the amount
can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
1.5 Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted on an accrual basis as a liability is incurred. Expenditure includes any VAT which cannot be fully recovered,
and is reported as part of the expenditure to which it relates. Costs of generating funds are costs incurred in attracting voluntary income,
and trading activities that raise funds. Governance costs are costs incurred on the Charity's operations, including support costs and
costs relating to the govemance of the Charity apportioned to charitable activities.
1.6 Fixed Assets
Fixed assets are stated at original historical cost less aggregate depreciation. Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in
order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life:
Eixtures, fittings and equipment 1]
25% per annum on reducing balance
Small items of equipment costing under £150 were charged to the cost centre in the Statement of Financial Activities.
1.7 Other debtors
Other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered.
1.8
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 acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
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Unique Community Charity
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2025
1.9 Liabilities and provisions
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance Sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of
economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably. Liabilties are recognised at
the amount that the Charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or
services it must provide. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect
of the time value of maney is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount
rate that reflects the risks specific to the liabilty. The unwinding of the discount is recognised within interest payable and similar charges.
1.10 Going concern
We have a reasonable expectation that we have adequate resources to continue in operation existence for the foreseeable future. We
believe that there are no material uncertainties that call to doubt the Chanity's ability to continue. The financial statements have therefore
been prepared on basis that the Charity is going concem.
1.11 Financial instruments
loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
• .
1.12 Financial Commitment
A commitment is an obligation of a company to external entities that often arises in connection with the legal contracts executed by the
charity.
1.13 Taxation
2 Voluntary income
As the charity is a registered charity, it is exempt from the need to file a tax retum as its income is derived from charitable acticities
Donations
Total
Restricted Unrestricted
-
Funds Funds
241,939
241,939
16,553
16,553
Total
Funds
2025
258,491
258,491
Total
Funds
2024
€
218,866
218,866
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Unique Community Charity
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2025
7 Charitable activities
Freelance work
Project work
Arts & Crafts materials
Total
Expenses and Support costs
Rent
Wages
Equipment
Office exp/Stationery
Phone
Independent Examiner fee
Accountancy / Payroll fees
Voluntary Expenses
Training/DBS
Trustee's exp
Insurance
Subscriptions
Govemance
Depreciation - Office equipment
2025
72,479
16,822
781
90,082
2025
2024
51,378
8,258
2,016
61,652
2024
-
:
157,823
87,847
9 Trustees' remuneration and expenses
No trustees received any remuneration or reimbursement of expenses during the year. (2024: NIL)
No trustee or other person related to the charity had any personal interest in any contract or transaction entered into by the charity during
the year (2024: NIL).
10 Tangible fixed assets
Cost
At 1 April 2024
Additions
At 31 March 2025
Depreciation
At 1 April 2024
Charge for the year
At 31 March 2025
Net book value
At 31 March 2024
At 31 March 2025
11 Debtors
Prepayments
Office equipment
7,252
2,559
9,811
3,322
12030-
3,930
5,186
Total
€
7,252
7,252
3,322
1,303
4,625
3,930
5,186.
-
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Unique Community Charity
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2025
12 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
PAYE
Pension payable
Accruals and deferred income
Total
13 Analysis of the Net Movement in Funds
Balance at 1 April 2024
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Balance at 31 March 2025
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
€
49,705
16,553
-
66,258
€
54,924
241,939
247,905
48,958
2,748
358
960
4,066
Total
Contribution
104,629
258,491
247,904
115,216
1,961
620
900
3,481
General
Funds
2024
€
35,263
218,866
149,500
10,625
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Unique Community Charity
Schedule to the Statement of Financial Activities
for the year ended 31 March 2025
Unrestricted
Funds
2025
€
Restricted
Funds
2025
Incoming Resources from generated funds
Voluntary Income
Incoming resources of a revenue nature
Voluntary Income
Total Grants, Legacies & Donations Received
Total Voluntary Income
16,553
16,553
16,553
241,939
241,039
241,939
Total Incoming Resources
16,553
241,939
Charitable expenditure
Freelance fees
Project expenses
Arts& Crafts Materials
:
Charitable activities
72,479
16,822
781
90,082
Governance costs that are not direct management functions inherent in generating
Funds, service delivery and programme or project work
including management and administration costs)
Specific expenses and support costs
Rent
Wages
Equipment
Office exp/Stationery
Phone
Independent Examiner fee
Accountancy / Payroll fees
Voluntary Expenses
Training/DBS
Trustee's exp
Insurance
Subscriptions/Memberships
Goverance/Policy
Depreciation - plant and machinery
Total Resources expended
18,279
128,430
400
1,621
1,328
960
420
1,930
1,377
745
-
566
464
1,303
157,823
247,905
10,586
Surplus/(deficit) for the year
Total
Funds
2025
258,491
258,491
258,491
258,491
72,479
16,822
781
90,082
Prior Period
Total Funds
2024
218,866
218,866
218,866
218,866
51,378
8,258
2,016
61,652
18,279
128,430
400
1,621
1,328
960
420
1,930
1,377
745
566
464
1,303
157,823
247,905
10,586
16,921
61,667
2,593
958
900
546
2,205
304
658
520
575
87,347
149,500
69,366
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