CIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED (A company limtted by guarantee and registered charity) ANNUAL REPORTS AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024 Reglstered Company Number: 04514245 Registered Charfty Number: 1099904
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED Contents Legal and Administrative Information About the Twst Directovs Report Trustees. and Board Members, Report Audilofs Report Statement of Financial Aclivilie$ lin¢luding income and expenditure account) Balance Sheet Notes tr> the Accounts 10 Portft)lio of Projects and Activities for the Year 14 2of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED Legal and Administrative Information Company Reglstratlon Number l?4514245 Charlty Reglstratlon Number 1099904 Status Charitable Trust and Guarantee by Limited Company Background The trust was set up in 2000, registered as a company limited by guarantee in 2002 and become registered charity in 2003. It does not have a Sha capital. The liability of each individual member serving the committee is limited. Principal activity of the charity is to promote and further the charitable causes and the perfomiance of the charity this year has been s8t'$faclory. Board members Ahmad Makhdoom Chishti Misbah Shahzad Zabida Choudhry Aasma Zeeshan Pawel Krajewski Tahseen Akhtar Chishti Secretary Misbah Shahzad Reglstered Office 7 Rolling Mill Close Edgbaston Birmingham {UKI B5 7QD Audlto Mr. Phil James FFA Ilnstitute of Financlal Accountants) FIPA {Fellow-Institute of Public Accountants) Flat 2. 2 Botteville Road Acocks Green 8imingham 827 7YO Buslness Office 7 Rolling Mill Close Edgbaston Birmingham (UK) B5 7QD Banklng Offlce HSBC 130 New Street Birmingham IUKI BI 38B 3of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED About the Trusl The Social Unlty Foundatlon Of Innovatlon Trust Llmlted is responsible for local, regional, national and international voluntary and charity work. The trust is based in Birmingham {England and Wales). We work at Cross cultural level to build a tolerant society, to enhan¢e quality of life opportunib'es for all by providing education. training and primary health eare. lo ensu that international understanding and peace is developed, IeSpective of differences of colour, race. faith, and religion. Our vlslon is of a global world where everyone value cultural differences, are aware of shared issues, and are emp)wered to bring changes for the best Our mission is to develop voluntary initiatives around the world in partnership with local people to work side- by-side while sharing diversity and cultural understanding. We are an intemalional none profit making trust with no political or ieligious views. Our misslon statement is "Live for Others" Our value8 are.. Openne$s and honesty ". When people cf different cultures h8ve an opportunity lo work together. openness antJ honesty are essential for building a trust. Respect.. We accept, appreciate and respect that people know and understand what is appropriate for their own communit'es. Integrity: We are committed lo ensure the safety. flexbility, professionalism. transparency and excellen of our work to maintain our integrity. Our Managers are responsible for the day-l04ay running and developments of the trusys activities and work. They also advise our trustees and directors. Our Team is keen to work th local, regional, national and intemalional level lo enhance voluntary and ¢harity work. Our Commlttees, al different level, we set up separate working committees to carryoLtt trust's activities and project work. The members of these committees are people who know the work and its particular needs. They are responsible to the main board of Iwslees, and make decisions on projects. Our Volunteers are self_stsrters. and people who genuinely respect the people and their culture. They work to share their energy and lime wth the people. to experience cultural differences. leam a new language, a new culture. a r¢ew way of life. Flexibility and pab'ence are the keys lo having a satisfying experience, as volunteering requires flebilIty and patien. Our Trustees and Dlrectors have wde experience and expertise in project development. financial and human management, primary health care, youth and Community work, diversity. culture and equalities issues. They are working with us on voluntary basis. Our trust has a good management structure lo carryout the business of the trust. A board manages the legal and adminislralive mattets of the trust. which consist of 9 trustees who are elected from the membership. They are also become its directors, from lime to lime,. we co opt additional members to the board if a need 1$ identified for a particular expertise or area of knowledge. The board currently meets four times a year and also has monthly meetings lo oversee the business of the Trust and special projects lo further its causes. 4of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED Dlrèctoffs Report AccOnts for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 give a true and fair view of the state of the trust's affairs and of ils income and expenditure for the year. The auditing and reporting accountant was independent and mel the conditions set out in the Companies Act 2006. This means. for example, that he or she was not an officer or employee of the Irusl. The trustees and directors acknowledge thelr responslbility for.. Selecting suitable accounting policies and then apply them conslstenlly.. Making judgements and estimates that are feasonable and prudent,. Pieparing accounts which give a true and fair view of the stsle of affairs of the company as at Ihe end of the financial year, and of its profil or loss for the financial year. in accordance wth the requirements of the Companies Act and Charity Commission.. Safeguarding the asse19 of the company., Takin9 ste for the prevention of fraud and other irregularities. The trusts, activities during 2023-24 were undertaken by dedicated trustees. directors ané volunteers Sltpport in partnership working with various organisation$, particularly, Birmingham City Council, Localgiving-magic Little Grants1£5001, Awards for AJl1£10,0001, National Grld - wa Homes grant {10,000). Community Fund1£20001. There weTe non restricted funds £10.886.47 sales of Servi$, contracts and other contributions. £6,175, 4,211.47 sponsorship, gifts and donations were generated. The volunteer's contribution was worth £114.475. Activities during the year included international work. first aid and ambulance PTojecl. summer act4vilies, healthy life style project, lok vitsa project. community inter-faith and young people activities, eldlery people project, development and community work, KHUSHHAAL (HAPPY- WELL BEING (supported by Awards for All and prevent extremism and terrorism. The trust brought a wder perspective into its collective work of community cohesion and inter-faith at grassroots level. Diverse communib'es were encouraged to engage Mth potential service delivery partners, self help netrrtnrks, mentoring opportunities. professional advisors and work experience placements. The trusvs vision is to provide an accessible. responsible. relevant and effecb've support services to enable the grassroots communities to develop social inclusion and community cohesion and fighting against extremism and terrorism.. The trustees and directors are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time for the financial position of the trust and company. They ensure that the accounts comply with Companies Act 2006 and Charits'es Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the trust and company and hen taking steps for the prevention of fraud and other irregularities, as deffined by section 18 of the Companies Act 2006. Speclal Thanks On behalf of SUFI Tnjst. I would like lo a¢knovAedge the input and pay special thanks to the following who have contributed to the Trusts achievements. 1. The Lord Mayor of Bimiingham for his Patronship and supporting our work. 2. Membefs of the 8oard, Volunteers and Executive Committee for their commitments and hard work. 3. Partner organisations for their GontribL*lion, St. Johan Ambulance and Awards tor Al. Approved by the trustees and dlrectors and slgn¢d on thelr behalf: Ahmad Makhdoom Chlshti Director 18 December 2024 5of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED Trustees, Dlrectors and Board M8mborn' Report The Board of Management presents their report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024. Transactlon and finan¢lal posltlon During the year gr05s income resources of £32.886.47 (2023, £31,959) were received and after expenses the net movement in funds for the year was £332.25 {2023. £4,017), bank balance, debtors and cash in hand at the end of the year is £14,624.99 (2023, £15.563)- A detailed Statement of financial Activities is sh¢)wn on pages 11 to 13 of the accounts. Statement of twstee5, dlrectors and Board Members, responslbllltles The trustees and d1ctOrS are required by law lo prepare accounts for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the financial activib'e5 of the charity and its financial posib'on at the end of that year. In preparing those accounts the Iruslee and tJirectors are required to.. Select suitablè accounting policies and then apply them consistently. Make judgments and estimates that are responsible and prudent. Slate whether the policies adopted are in accordance with the companies Act 2006 and Charities Act 2011 and with applicable accounting standards and statement of recommended practice subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the accounts. Prepare the accounts on the going concem basis unless it is Inappropriate to presume Ihal the charity will continue in operation. Volunteers ¢ontrlbutlons Management Committee members time contribution 16 x 10 hours X 12 months X £30) Administration support by volunteers13 X 5 hours X 35 weeks X £15) Professional and consultants fees12 X 20 days X £1000) Out reach, community development, faith and Total Volunteetrs contributions outh workers (4 X 45 days X 10hours X £251 £21.600.00 £7,875.00 £40.000.00 £45,000 00 £114.475.00 Auditors Our Auditors are apFointed at the Annual General Meeting lo audst our ffnancial ststement and records of the accounts. They are responsible for lawng the accounts before the trustees and at the AGM. For the year ended 31 March 2024, Phil James (Mr.) was willing to be our auditor and a resolution to appoint him was proposed at the Annual Genera Meeting IAGMI and was approved as our auditor in accordance with 2006 and Charities Act 2011. Approval This report was approved by the Board of the trus( Directors and Trustees, on 18 December 2024. (P 3l.k,. Mlsbah Shahzad {Mrs) Secretary 18 December 2024 60117
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED Audltors, Report I have audilea the accounts of the Social Unity Foundation Of Innovation Trust {SUFII Limited for the year ended 31 March 2024. These accounts have been prepared under historical cost convention on an accrual basis, and the accounting policies set out as in note 1 on page 10. Respective responsibilitles of trustees and dlrectors As described in the Statement of the trustees, responsibilities that the charitable companls trustees'ldire¢tors are responsible for keeping proper ae¢ounting records and preparation of the accounts which disclose with reasonable accuracy al any lime the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the accounts comply with the companies Act 2006 and Charities Act 2011. 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 irregularities. Oplnlon I have carried out the audit in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. My audit includes a review of the accounting records and procedures carried out by the charity. In my opinion the accounts glve a true and fair view of the financial state of the charity's affairs as at 31 March 2024. Phll James Audltor FFA {Institute of Flnan¢lal Accountants) FIPA (Fellow -Institute of Public Accountants) Flat 2. 2 Botteville Road Acocks Green 8imiingham 827 7YD 18 Docember 2024 7of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENOITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Notes Unrestrlcted Funds Restrleted Funds Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Incoming resources Funds for Trusys objects 10,886.47 22,000.00 32,886.47 31.958.59 Tolal Incoming resources 10,886.47 22,000.00 32.886.47 31958.59 Resources expended Charitable Cost 10,554.22 22,000.00 32.554.22 35,975.18 Tolal resour¢es expended 10,554.22 22.000.00 32,S54.22 35,975.18 Net movement In fund8 for the year 332,25 0.00 332.25 (4,016.58) Total funds at 1 Aprll 2023 1,682.53 4,671.26 6,353.79 15,960.08 T¢tsl funds at 31 March 2024 2,014.78 4.671.26 6,686.04 11.943.50 Movements in fvnds are disclosed in Note 2 to 9 to the financial statements, a number of additional externally- funded projects were commenced during the year, bul such operations are considered lo be part of the ongoing activity of the ¢h3rity. and the comparative figures have not been adjusted lo reflect these changes. l income and expenditure relates to continuing operab'ons. The Notes on Pages 10 to 13 form part of these financial statements. 80117
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Notes 2024 2023 FIXED ASSETS Tangible Fixed Assets 1.5&2 10,gS7.44 14,609.93 CURRENT ASSErs Bank balance Cash in hand Debtors 10 1.659.78 265.01 12.700.00 317.03 1,288.48 13,957.64 14.624.79 14,624.79 15.563.15 15563.15 Credltor8: Amount falling due within 3 YRS 13,306.48 13.306.48 18,229.58 18.229.58 13.306.48 18,229.58 NET CURRENT ASSETS 12.275.75 11.943.50 REPRESENTED BY: Funding Balance- Start of the year 11,943.50 15,960.08 Net movement in fijnds for the year 332.25 12 275.75 4,016.58 The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relab'ng lo small companies and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Stsndard for Smaller Entities and were approved by the Injsleejdireclors on 18 December 2024 and are Singed on behalf of them all. The Notes of pages 2 to 13 form part of these accounts. SIGNED: 18 December 2024 Mlsbah Shahzad {Mvs) - Dlfector 9of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION Fl TRUST LIMITED NOTES T THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 A¢¢ountlng Pollcles Basis of account8 The accounts have been prepared in Complian with Statement of Recommended Practice on Charity Accounts. 1.1 The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis and the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities, and confom to the Statement of Recommended Practice Accounting and Reporting by Charities issued in October 2000. 1.2 Spon8orshlp. In kind and Volunlary Incorne is received by way of donations and gifts and is Included in full in the Statement of Financial Activities when receivable_ It has been recognised on an aecruals basis. 1. Gifts donated for resale are included as income when they a sold. 2. Donated assists are included al the value of the charity where this can be quantified and a third paty is bearing the cost. The value of SeNiS provided by volunteers has not been included. 3. Sponsorship and In Kind resources are used to suppjrt the project where these are needed. 1.3 Funds and Grants (including grants for the purchase of fixed assets) are cOgnised in full in the ststement of Financial Activities for Ihe year in which they are receivable. 1.4 Resources expended are reco9nised on an accruals basis, and include Value Added Tax (VAT) which cannot be recovered by the charity and as such is included in the relevant costs in the Statement of Finanaal Aclivilies. Management and administration costs are those incurred in connection with administration of the charity and compliance wtth constitutional and ststulory requirements. 1.5 Tangible fixed assets are capitalised at cost. Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost of tangible fixed assets on a reducing basis over their useful lives. The rates applied are as follows.. 1. Fixture, fith'ngs and equipment - 25% reducing balance basis. 1.6 The charitys working capital is common lo all its funds. 1.7 Support costs Including management and administration costs of the charitable company are allocated tetsveen Ihe unrestricted and the restricted funds. 1.8 Unrestricted fvnds a donations and other incoming resources receivable or generated for the objects of the charitsble company without fvrther specific purpose, and are available as general fijnds. 1.9 Designated ftjnds are unrestricted funds eamarked by the trustees for parti¢Ltlar Pu)ses. 1.10 Reslricled funds are lo be used for specifie purposes as laid down by the donor. Expendilure which meets these criteria is charged to the fund, together wlh a fair alloealion of management and support costs. 1.11 The costs of managing the restricted funds are mel by transfers of appropriate amounts into the Unrestricted General Fund. 1.12 Taxation- no corporation tax is payable on the lts on accounts of the Trusts charitable ststus. 10of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION SUFI TRUST LIMITED NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CONTINUED Office Fumiture Flttlngs & Equlpment Tangible Fixed Assets: Cost As at 31st March 2023 Addltlons As at 31st March 2024 35.704.23 o.oo 35.704.23 Accumulated depreclatlon As 31st March 2a23 Charge for the year As 31st March 2024 Net book value at 31st March 2024 21,094.31 3,652.48 24,746.79 10,957. Incoming resour¢es from actlvltles to further the charltable company's oblects Resources Provlders Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Totsl Funds Local giving-magic Little Grants Awards For All National Lottery- Community FLrnd NatlDnal Grid Sales, Contracts and others Sponsorship & Donations TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES 500.00 500.00 10,000.00 2,000.00 10.000.00 6.175.00 4.211.47 32,886.47 10,000.00 2,000.00 10,000.00 6.175.00 4.211.47 10,886.47 3A 22.000.00 Charltable C08t8 - Restricted & Unrestricted Restrlcted Awards forAI- KHUSHHAAL IHAPPY- WELL BEING) National Lottery- Community Fund National Grid 10,000.00 2.000.00 10,000.00 Restricted Resources Expended Unrestricted Resourees Expended 22,000.00 10.554.22 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 32,554.22 Restrlcted resources expended for actlvltles to further the charltable company's objects. Purpose of restricted funds These are funds which can only be used for particular restricted purpose within the objects of the charty. Restrielions arise when specified by the donor, funder, fund provider or when fiJnds are raised for particular restricted pu$. The restricted resources expenditures are shown as lollowed.. 11 of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION (SUFI) TRUST LIMITED NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CONTINUED .1 Awards for All - KHUSHHAAL (HAPPY- WELL 8EING) Income Awards for All- KHUSHHAAL (HAPPY- WELL BEING) 10,000.00 10,000.00 Expenditures Transportation & Travelling Volunteeffs expenses Venue Cost Refreshments Activities Cost Management & Adminislrats'on cost Activity worker 1,000.00 500.00 1,000.00 835.00 2,250.00 2,352.00 2,063.00 10,000.00 5.2 Local glvlng-Magl¢ Little Grants Income Local gwing-magic Little Grants 500.00 500.00 Expendltures Transportation & Travelling Event Venue Volunteers cost 100.00 250.00 100.00 50.00 500.00 5.3 Wami Homes Project Income National Grid Funding 10,000.00 10 000.00 Expenditures Venue Hire Equipments Field worker Transport and Travelling Management and adminislralion Energy reducing advisors and trainers Refreshments 500.00 3,850.00 3.600.00 450.00 500.00 7SO.00 350.00 10 000.00 5.4 Cglebratlng our strength and diverslty Income Community Fund- National Lottery 2.000.00 2 000.00 Expenditures Venue Artisys fe8$ Volunteers Expenses Refreshments 250.00 50Q.00 250.00 750.00 12of17
Administration Cost 250.00 2,000.00 2 000.00 Unrestricted Funds Purpose These are funds which can be used in accordance with the charitable objects at the discretion of the trustees and directots. 6.1 Administrativg and Oryanlsatlonal Income Sales, Contracts, sponsorship. donations etc. 10,886.47 10,886.47 Expendlture Repairs, Fixtures and Equipment Admlnlstratlve and Oryanisatlonal Telephone, Intemel & Postage Promob'on and publicity Printing and Stationary BBLS Bank charge Depreciation 382.56 630.20 159.24 223.03 5324.16 182.SS 3652.48 10,554.22 Net movement In funds for the year end 31st March 2024 332.25 Debtors Jarnil & Co Health Clinic Haji. and Umrah Group Roll Jun¢ts'on Smart Movers Kavendish Properties 1,500.00 750.00 1,800.00 3,900.00 2.000.00 2,750.00 12.700.00 Credltors HSBC Bank 13,306.48 13.306.48 Bank Re¢onclllation Statement HSBC Balance 31st March 2024- Account 1- 40-11-17141327925 HSBC Balance 31st March 2024- Account 2- 40-11-17r11349716 HSBC Balance 31st March 2024 - Account 3- 40-11-18172633752 HS8C Balance 31st March 2024 - Account 4- 40-11-18172633760 HSBC Balance 31st March 2024- Account 5- 40-11-15171649752 102.65 7.67 627.79 1.74 919.93 1,659.78 13of17
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION TRUST LIMITED (A company Ilmlted by guarantee and registered charity) Portfollo of Projocts and A1VItIeS for the Year endlng 31 March 2024 14of17
80CIAL UNrrY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION (SUFI) TRUST LIMITED (A company limited by guarantee and reglstered ¢harltyl INTERNATIONAL WORK Through working at an international level. the Trust were able lo., 1. Provide some support to the first aid and ambulance centre in Khanewal, 2. Help poor children 3. Participate in relief work during natural disasters. 1.1 FIRST AID AND AMBULANCE CENTRE AT KHANEWA First aid and ambulance centre in Khanewal (Pakistan) is to minimise the risk of mortality. In order to achieve this most fundamental aspect, il was important lo provide a first aid ambulance service that would benefit those in needs both promptly and efficiently. with the key points being a quick and easy access to resources at all times. This project was developed in partnership with St. John Arnbulan, Wesl Midlands, we were able to sent four ambulances lo Pakistsn, which are used as mobile hospitals lo provide first aid and medical services in villages and lo response for emergency calls. These ambulances are providing full service in Khanewal and its surroundings to 550,000 people approximately. COMMUNITY INTER-FAITH AND PREVENTING VIOLENT EXTERMISM & TERRORISM WORK This is on going programme runner by volunteers and our management committee. Currently, we are working with Peace Movement and Near Neighbours project to help to redu the conflict amongst Muslim and Jewish ¢ommunty. We engaged with comrnunilies across Birmingham, lo raise awareness and promote the PREVENT strategy. We encouraged multi-agency working, helping olheis to identify the signs that a member of the public, friend or relative may be vulnerable to radicalisation or support violent extremism. We also worked lo raise awareness of our various projects which aimed to Provide earfy intervention by identifying those vulnerable to violent extremism. from all faiths and backgrounds, providing support to those individuals and their families. YOUNG PEOPLE ACTMTES Seven Multi-cultural celebration events were organised for tccal communities. Eightseminars and workshops on various topics were arranged for young people. 450 Young people attended the young people and children activities. DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY WORK We managed lo deliver and develop three projects in relations lo training, development, neorking and access for 350 old people. people th disabilities, women. and asylum seeker, neY arrived people and young people. Activities and programs. we developed incorporated mentoring programs as well. Many of the participants were able lo gain jobs in Birmingham City Council, Police. Armed Forces, NHS, Social. Community an¢J Youth work due to a positive attitude, confidence and en¢ouragement. The Twsl has delivered international exchange programmes, and partiGipanls were given support to travel abroad lo have diverse cultural experiences. This also led to overseas befriending service being SussfUllY developed. ELDERLY PEOPLE PROJECTS These projects were aimed lo provide a free community based Information, support activity. adwce and healthy life style activities lo help older people remain healthy. active and well in their own community. They were able to articulate and share their feelings amongst each others. These projects were used on broadening the minds of old people using active life style.. they were mentored and encouraged to participate in health life style activities. There was a 12 week programme. Each session consisted for tsvo hours throughout programme. We have reached out and engaged 250 ol¢J people aged over 50 years old from Sparkbrook and Spark hill wards of Birmingham and delivered progr8mmes. These programmes were aimed to improve quality of life by developing the confidence and motNalion of people suffering wlh a long temi condition. in order to help them use their own skills and knowledge to lake effective control over their lrfe. 150117
SOCIAL UNITY FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION {SUFI) TRUST LIMITED (A company limlted by guardntee and registered charltyl KHUSHHAAL {HAPPY- WELL BEING) (Supported by Awards for All) This is a continual project. It aimed al 250 Young People and 200 Older people. The programme encouraged participants to be physically active. have better choice in their lives, able to play more active role as an active citizen working together lo tackle their problems, healthier lifestyle. have knowledge. confidence and skills to make informed and positive choices in s¢hools, communities, society and at home. All activities were designed to maximise the potential of the individual at a comfortable and supportive level, as they have diverse needs and needed diverse approaches and methods of delivery. The acliMlies were dynamic and flexible and was continually evolving. Activities and the delivery of these aetivilies reflected current youth culture. This ensured that young people were interested in the activity. Our actual achievements of the prcjecl are as follows.. 1. Through positive engagement in the programme leaming activities and workshops, we build Confiden building. literacy and numeracy, ée¢ision making and tsvo-way communications. 2. Through increasing fitness levels by participating in 25 mixtures of sports and culturally sensitive aclivilies. we simultaneously gave youn9 people the opportunity lo experience new things. for example, Kabadai as a sport and gave young people the opportunity lo experien things they did othemse not have the opportunity to do. LIVE FOR OTHERS PROJECTS - RESPONSE TO COVID-19 LIVE FOR OTHERS projects provided an opportunity and helped 250 families inciuding young people and adult to work together to reduce the isolation due lo the current situation of CORONA VIRUS COVID-19 by the collective action of neorkIng and volunteering to support people who needed help in essential household shopping, medicines or other essenb'al items. Followings the few examples.. Ran errands for those who were self-isolating Drove people lolfrom health appointments or other essential appointments • food deliveries from food banks andlor supermarkets Spread awareness about coronavirus scams Online or telephone befriending lo those who needed lo slay indoors. . Trained how lo use coronavirus home test kil and Stay safe when supported vulnerable people Cleaning, handwashing and hygiene procedures and use of Personal Protective Equipment IPPEI Supported families, friends and neighbours by phone or video call. Helped stretched Key Workers-medical staff, police.volunteers and supermarket workers During the project, it was recognised that povety and the safeguarding of children and adults are related. Families were unable to meet their own basic needs or those of their children. leading to an immediate increase in the risk of harm and other long-tem effects on health and well-being. It was particulady true where individuals lost their employment or were forced to isolate themselves due to symptoms of illness. LIVE FOR OTHERS projeel tried to help these affected people due to the fvnding, which has now finished and getting difficult lo carry On. HOMELESSNESS The Trust work in partnership with many organisab'ons to prevents homelessness and improves lives through high-quality advice and support that builds resilien. We specialise in supporting young people from BME communities,. however, our personalised. tailored approach is available to all. We have been supporting local people for over 20 years and are as dedicated as ever to improving people's lives. Our experience and proven track iecord give us confidence that no matter the problem. we can help. we know thousands more homeless young people need better support services. We Work in communities to understand the problem and change the system. We are working with partners in schools to idenb'fy 11-16 year olds who are at hidden risk of homelessness. Wami Homos Project 65 houses received an energyofficiency home visit 40 vulnerable households received warm home packs 40 families {wth small kids and babies) ee4Ved 80 blankets 70 people found a cheaper tariff after an advice session and ¢hanged energy supplier 16of17
SOCIAL UNifi FOUNDATION OF INNOVATION {SUFII TRUST LIMITED (A company Ilmited by guarantee and registered charity) 10. LEARNING DISABILITIES The Trust has providing various programmes based on Heatthy Living, CTrative Arts, Residential and Recreational pursuits 'A Reason to Get Up, aims to.. bsupport young people lo lead fulfilling lives by making a positive contribution in their communty, and by developing friendships, acts'vities and relationships. "support young people lo gain a sense of purpose. satisfaction and opportunity anit thus increase their self-confidence and future aspiration. •support young people lo have more choice and control over their own lives through a person-centred approach. The Key lo our approach is creative. fresh, innovative opportunitles that wll motivate young people to build upon their own hobbies, interests and passions, and subsequently lead them to feel more confident to explore employment opportunib'es. 11. ASYLUN SEEKERS AND REFUGEES We assisted many asylum seekers and refugees giving them relevant advice, information or advocacy,. wth social or therapeutic activities aimed at lessening isolation,. and work to help change public attitudes or policy in relation to immigration issues. We also provided practical and emotional supporf, English classes., destitLition support., hostinglaccommodation projects,. and drop-in costs. 12. FOOD BANK Working to help the families who have had an impact from the government's welfare spending cuts on food poverty. We are tying to help needy. people suffering with domestic abuse and homeless people who cannot feed their families due to the present claimant, their situation and poverty wthin Birmingham's inner-city areas. We are woiking wth Fareshare. Tesco and ASDA for tsad hampers. We distribute food to those who have difficulty buying enough food lo avoid hunger, which may help in the short tenn to stopgap of food and to help them get back on their feel. 13. IQBAL & SHAKESPEARE- LIThERY GENIUSES PROJECT is a joint project with Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and SUFI Tnjst to mark the celebrations. il was ntended to put together events. and programmes. through a series of workshops, seminars, 14. OUTCOMES Improved tolerance, Ilteracy, numera¢y and mutual respect skllls An increased awareness of people's own and other cultures and faiths A strong emphasls on bulldlng self esteem and self ¢onfiden¢e A raised awareness of health and safety issues Reduced Street crlme and antl-so¢lal behavlour An added dimension to the citizenship Increased accesslng employment through tralnlng and careers advlce Local chlldren and young people made new friends, developed soclal and practlcal skills Local people gained new skills and qualifications Local people became more Involved In communlty actlvltles Enabled Young People to join local health, fitness actlvitles and developed sport clubs Young People were enabled them to contrlbute towards coheslve communlties. Young People developed an abllity to express thernselves firnily during the workshops. Introduced dlfferent culturally Influenced actlvltles Enabled Young People to mix with those outside thelr geographlcal Setting. Young People were able to advo¢ate forlheir own well belng and safety concems. Enabled Young People to develop into balanced and well rounded Indlvlduals. 17of17