REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 05420647 (England and Wales)
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1111897
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
FOR
AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
Stan Lee Accountancy Ltd
TIA: The Stan Lee
Chartered Certified Accountants
Level 18, 40 Bank Street
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London
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
Page
Chlaf Executlve's Report
Report of the Trustees
Independent Examlnerfs Report
Statement of Flnanclal Actlvltles
Balance Sheet
8 to 9
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
10 to 14
Detalled Statement of Financlal Actlvltles
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
Introduction
l am pleased to present the CEO Report for the end of the Fiscal Year, covering the period from May
2023 to April 30, 2024. This report outlines our key achievements, challenges, and the impact of our
collective efforts in advancing our charitable mission.
Financial Overview
Our financial performance has been stable. Thls has been driven by donor engagement and grant
contributions. Despite economic uncertainties, we have carefully managed our resources to ensure the
maximum impact of our charitable initiatives.
Operational Impact
Over the past year, we have focused on improving operational efficiency and expanding our reach. Our
projects and initiatives, inclusive of other ethnicitSes who share the same challenges as the Afghan
diaspora, have resulted in improved processes, greater accessibility, and enhanced support within
respective communities across the UK.
Communlty Outreach & Programme Development
Our commitment to expanding our support services has led to successful community outreach initiatives
in London, Cardiff, and Liverpool. We have launched and rebranded several programs, which have
received positive feedbaGk and continue to make a meaningful difference.
Partnerships & Support
We are deeply grateful for the generous support of our partners and funders. Special and massive
thanks to..
Lottery for funding our Wales #Cymrutogether initiatlves, whlch are still ongoing,
Refugee Action for extending its support through training to build RCVS'5 capacity and connecting us
wlth various organisations and forums.
The British Institute for Human Rights for training our partners and empowering them to adopt a Human
Rights-Based Approach.
NCVO for facilitating and providing valuable training and resources.
Google Workspace for transforming our workflow. Prior to acquiring Workspace, task management was
challenging, but now we efficiently manage tasks, tlme, and overall effectiveness.
Canva for revolutionising our social medla work, marketing, and design efforts, which were slgnlficant
challenges until their generous support provided us access to their plafform.
Sustainability & Social Responsibility
As part of our long-term strategy, we have prioritised sustainability and social responsibility. This
includes collaborating with Carbon Literacy, ensuring that we not only provide immediate support but
also contribute to long-term, sustainable change in the communities we sewe,
Challenges & Resilience
While we celebrate our successes. we have also faced challenges, including Increased demand for
services, economic pressures, and fundraising constraints. However, through proactive planning and
strategic decision-making, we have navigated these challenges and remained steadfast in our mission.
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
Vision for the Future
As we look ahead, our focus will be on expanding support services, strengthening partnerships, and
increasing outreach. Wlth the continued dedication of our team, volunteers, and supporters, we are
confident that we will build on this year's successes and create an even greater impact.
Closing Remarks
l extend my deepest gratitude to our staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters. Your commitment has
been instrumental i
uring that we continue to make a real difference in the lives of those in need.
Zainab Say
omam- CEO
Date.. 25 March 2025
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present
thelr report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 30 April 2024. The trustees
have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reportlng 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) (effective 1 January 2019).
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectlves and alms
The objects of the charity are..
to advance the education and training of the public, in particular amongst persons (from disadvantaged
communities), by the provision of educational and vocational training facilities to improve their condition
of life.. and
to relieve poverty and sicknes5 by the provislon of humanitarlan assistance to persons who are sick or
in need and by enabling such persons to learn skills and be trained to support their own needs.
In setting out our revised programme this year, we have regard to both the Charity Commissionerfs
general guidance on public benefit and the relief of poverty for the public benefit. The trustees always
ensure that the programmes we undertake are in line with our charitable objectives an aims. Our
ambition is to create self-sustaining operations and opportunities in the areas where we work.
Investment powers and pollcy
Under the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the charity has the power to invest in any suitable
way that the trustees consider appropriate.
ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE
The review of the activities of the Gharity Is included in the Chlef Executive's report.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves poIIcy
The trustees, objectlve is to build a level of reserves to make the charity self-sufficient.
The consolidated results show, for the year ended Aprll 2024, that resources expended did not exceed
incomlng resources. In the prior year 2022123, resources expended did not exceed incoming resources.
FUTURE PLANS
The Trustees have agreed to give urgent consideration to the future viability of Awesta Charitable
Organisation,
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governlng document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company,
limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.
Afghan Action is a cornpany limited by guarantee governed by its Memorandum and Articles of
Association dated 8th April 2005. It is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission.
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
As set out in the Articles of Association the chair of the trustees is nominated by the other trustees, One
third of Trustees shall retire from office, but shall be eligible for re-election. All members are invited to
nominate trustees prior to the AGM.
Organlsatlonal structure
The board of trustees, which must have a minimum of three members with no maximum, administers the
charity. The board meets quarterly. A Chief Executive is appointed by the trustees to manage the day to
day operations of the charity. To facilitate effective operations, the Chief Executive has delegated
authority, withln terms of delegation approved by the trustees, for operational matters.
Rlsk management
The trustees have a duty to identlfy and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure
appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
The trustees have a rlsk management strategy which comprises..
An annual review of the risks the charity and its subsidiary may face.
The establishment of system5 and procedures to mitigate those risks identified and the implementation
of procedures designed to minimise any potential impact on the charity should those risks materialise.
This work has identified that flnancial sustainability is the major flnancial rlsk for both the charity and Its
subsidiary.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Company number
05420647 (England and Wales)
Registered Charlty number
1111897
Registered off Ice
Level 18, 40 Bank Street
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5NR
Trustees
Samim Ahmad Faizy
Zainab Sayeda Homam
Kaukaba Sayeda Homam
Company Secretary
Farida Adjerit Doukha
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Independent Examiner
Stan Lee Accountancy Ltd
TIA: The Stan Lee
Chartered Certified Accountants
Level 18, 40 Bank Street
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5NR
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES. RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees (who are also the directors of Afghan Action for the purposes of company law) are
responsible for preparing the Annual 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 which give a
true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and
applicatlon of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charltable company for that
period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them conslstently.,
observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP.,
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent:
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that
the charltable company will conlinue In business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable
accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to enable them to ensure that
the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the
prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The trustees are responsible for the maintenanc8 and integrity of the corporate and financial informatlon
included on the charltable company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the
preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 25 March 2025 and signed on its behalf by..
Zainab Sayeda Homam - Trustee
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
AFGHAN ACTION
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Afghan Action ('the Company,)
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended
30 April 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you
are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the
Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act,).
Having satisfied myself that the accounts 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
your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act,). In
arrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under
Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent examlner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection
with the examination giving me cause to believe:
accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the
2006 Act., or
the accounts do not accord with those records; or
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other
than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered
as part of an independent examination; or
the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the
Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to
charities preparing their accounts In accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable
in the UK and Republlc of Ireland {FRS 102)).
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examlnatlon to which
attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be
reached.
Muhammad Solaiman FCCA
stan Lee Accountancy Ltd
TIA." The Stan Lee
Chartered Certified Accountants
Level 18, 40 Bank Street
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5NR
25 March 2025
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unrestricted Restrlcted
fund
fund
Notes
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
23,113
23,113
23,199
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
2,412
2,412
4,021
Other
19,138
19,138
8,435
Total
21,550
21,550
12,456
NET INCOME
1,563
1,563
10,743
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
11,156
11,156
413
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
12,719
12,719
11,156
The notes form part of these financial statements
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
BALANCE SHEET
30 APRIL 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unrestricted Restrlcted
fund
fund
Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
447
447
267
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Cash at bank
1,000
19,788
1,000
19,788
1,000
9,889
20,788
20,788
10,889
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
(8,516)
(8,516)
NET CURRENT ASSETS
12,272
12,272
10,889
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
12,719
12,719
11,156
NET ASSETS
12,719,
12,719
11,156
FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
12,719
11,156
TOTAL FUNDS
12,719
11,156
The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act
2006 for the year ended 30 April 2024.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year
ended 30 April 2024 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for
(a) ensuring that the charitable cornpany keeps accounting records that comply with SeGtlons 386
and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and
(b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each
financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which othemise
cornply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far
as applicable to the charitable company.
The notes form part of these financial statements
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
BALANCE SHEET - continued
30 APRIL 2024
These financial slatements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to
charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on
25 March 2025 and wer
signed on its behalf by:
Zainab Sayeda Homam - Trustee
The notes form part of these financial statements
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basls of preparing the flnanclal statements
The financial statements of the charitable company. which is a public benefit entity under FRS
102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) '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
Republlc of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The
Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Companies
Act 2006, The financial statements have been prepared under the historlcal cost convention.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activlties once the charity has entitlement to
the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured
reliably,
Expendlture
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation
committing the charity to that expenditure, 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 accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all
cost related to the category, Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they
have been allocated to activitles on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tanglble flxed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates In order to write off each assel over its
estimated useful life.
Taxatlon
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accountlng
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of
the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the
charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular
restrlcted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is Included in the notes to the financial
statements.
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- continued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE>
Net incomel(expenditure) is stated after ¢hargingl(crediting):
2024
2023
Depreciation - owned assets
79
10
TRUSTEES. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
During the financial year, Zainab S. Homam, who serves as one of the trustees and directors, was
compensated £960 (2023.. £4,800) for consultancy services provided to the Charity.
The other trusteesldirectors did not receive any remuneration or other benefits for the current year
and the previous year.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestrlcted Restrlcted
fund
fund
Total
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
23,199
23,199
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
4,021
4,021
Other
8,435
8,435
Total
12,456
12,456
NET INCOME
10,743
10,743
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
413
413
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
11,156
11,156
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- contlnued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Computer
equipment
COST
At 1 May 2023
Additions
277
259
At 30 April 2024
536
DEPRECIATION
At 1 May 2023
Charge for year
10
79
At 30 April 2024
89
NET BOOK VALUE
At 30 Aprll 2024
447
At 30 April 2023
267
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Other debtors
1,000
1,000
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
other loans (see note 8)
Accrued expenses
7,316
1,200
8,516
LOANS
An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below..
2024
2023
Amounts falling due within one year on demand..
Other loans
7.316
A loan was obtained from the trusteesldirectors and their families to cover the charity's regular
expenses during the financial year due to a shortage of funds. The majority of the loan has been
repaid, leaving only £3,000 outstanding as of the reporting date.
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- contlnued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Net
movement
In funds
At
30.4.24
At 1.5.23
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
11,158
1,563
12,719
TOTAL FUNDS
11,158
1,563
12.719
Net movement in funds. included in the above are as follows..
Incomlng Resources Movement
resources
expended
In funds
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
23,113
(21,550)
1,563
TOTAL FUNDS
23,113
(21,550)
1,563
Comparatlves for movament In funds
Net
movement
in funds
At
30.4.23
At 1.6.22
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
413
10,743
11,156
TOTAL FUNDS
413
10,743
11,156
Comparative net movement in funds, included In the above are as follows..
Incoming Resources Movement
resources
expended
in funds
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
23,199
(12,456)
10,743
TOTAL FUNDS
23,199
(12,456)
10,743
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued
A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows..
Net
movement
in funds
At
30.4.24
At 1.5.22
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
413
12,306
12.719
TOTAL FUNDS
413
12,306
12,719
A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in
the above are as follows,.
Incomlng Resources Movement
resources
expended
In funds
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
46,312
(34,006)
12,306
TOTAL FUNDS
46,312
(34,006)
12,306
10. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the year ended 30 April 2024.
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AFGHAN ACTION
TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
2024
2023
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donatlons and legacles
Gifts
Donations
Grants
Fundraising
51
2,225
20,000
837
715
22,484
23,113
23,199
Total Incomlng resources
23,113
23,199
EXPENDITURE
Ralsing donatlons and legacles
Advertising
Event expenses
Volunteer costs
300
2,112
3,350
671
2,412
4,021
Support costs
Management
Rent, rates and water
Insurance
Travel and subsistence
14,050
659
1,646
1,800
547
16,355
2,347
Other
Donation paid
Postage and stationery
Sundries
So￿are costs
Computer equipment
53
14
123
305
79
111
367
10
574
495
Governance costs
Bank charges
Professional fees
Consultancy fees
Carried forward
49
793
4,800
5,593
960
1,009
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TIA AWESTA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024
2024
2023
Governance costs
Brought forward
Accountancy fees
1,009
1,200
5,593
2,209
5,593
Total resources expended
21,550
12,456
Net Income
1,563
10,743
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