REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 05550982 (England and Walés) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1120326 Report of tho Trustees and Flnancial Statements for tho Year Ended 30 September 2025 for ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Pembroke Briggs Chartered Accountants Beacon House South Road Weybridge Surrey KT13 DZ
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Contents of the Flnan¢lal Statempnts forthe Year Ended 30 September 2025 Page Report of the Trustees Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financlal Activities Balance Sheet 10 to 11 Notes to the Financial Statements 12 to 13
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP R8POrt of the Trust99s for the YeBr Ended 30 September 2025 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Companylcharity Name Ethiopian Women's Empowerment Group Company Registration Number 05550982 Charity Registration Number 1120326 Registered office and operational address Office 8. 7 Thorpe Close W10 5XL Dlrector5rrruslees Natan Danlel Tabassam Shabbir Asha Hussen Senail Shlgule Hafsa Muhammed (appointed 15 September 20241 Independent Examiner Stephen Briggs AGA Pembroke Briggs Chartered Accounlanls Beacon House South Road, Weybridge Surrey, KT13 9DZ Bankers Lloyds Banklng 21-25 Klng Street London W6 9HW
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOVVERMENT GROUP Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 30 S8Ptember 2025 Acknowledgements We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our partners, funders. staff, volunteers, and supporters who have contrlbuted to the success of our work. Your dedlcation and collaboradon enable us to continue making a posltive Impact In the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your ongoing support, Without thelr financial support, we would not have been able to dellver the full range of servlces we offer. Thelr contrlbutlon has been, invaluable In helping us achieve our mission and continue maklng a positive impact In the community. We are deeply grateful for their partnership and commitment to our work, Report of the Dlrectors The trustees present their annual report and the financial statements for the year ended September 2025. The financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policles outlined withln the statements and comply with EWEG'S gDvernSng document, the Companles Act 2006, and the Accounting and Reporting by Charlties.. Statement of Recommended Praedce ISORPI, which is applicable to charities preparlng their accounts In accordance with the Flnanclal Reporting Standard IFRS 1021 effective from l January 2019. This ensures that the linancial statements accurately reflect the organisation's financial position and dctivlties in line with regulatory requirement5. Strateg1¢ Prlorities for 2025 In 2025-2028 Strengthening core services Involving volunteer's accreditation Strengthenin6 governance and policSes Reach more young asylum Seekers and refugee5 in accessSng health Services Continue to provide advlce and Information program To increase funding capaclty Values The OanISation wlll stay responsive, adapting quickly to community needs and developing new services as required. It will remaln person- and community-centred, valuing people'5 lived experiences and strengths. All work will be carried out with transparency, honestyi and integrity. The organisation will also be collaborative, partnering with others to challenge discrimination, inlustice, and inequallty. Achlevements and Performance Over the reporting period, our programmes have strengthened or8anisational capacity, improved governance, and delivered posltive health outcomes for women from Black and Minority Ethnic IBMEI comrllunities. The involvement of part-time staff and volunteers has enhanced administrative systems, Internal communication, and monltoring and evaluation processes. Key pollcies and procedures have been revlewed and updated, improving accountability and organlsational effectiveness. Our Zumba programme runs twlce weekly at Bay 20, wlth 15 BME women participatin8 each quarter. Baseline and end-of-programme measurement5, including welght and blood pressure, are collected alongside individual action plans. Thls enables us to evidence improvements in physical health, emotional wellbelngi and social connectedness. Participants report reduced social Isolation, increased conlidence, and Improved motivation. Conslstent attendance records, case studies, and participant feedback have strengthened our Impact report1ng.
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Report of the Trustees forthe Year Ended 30 September 2025 Dlet and nutrition workshops are delivered quarterly In partnership wlth a nutrltionist, supported by individual follow-ups wlth a health coach. Women have increased their knowledge of balanced nutrition, healthler cooking methods, and portion control. Many report improved eattng habits, healthier shopplng choices, and positive changes In weight and BMI. Through our Health Advocacy Programme, we support Indivlduals to access services within the NHS, addressing barriers such as languagt, disability,'and mental health challenges. Advice and guidance support has also improved financSal wellbeing through benefit applications 4nd reduced household costs. Securlng long-term funding and volunteer training has strengthened sustainability and servlce capacity. Improved Wellbelng. Happlness, and Soclal Connectlon for Women. Over the year, 45 BME women attended our women.only Zumba classes, 58 women participated in slx diet and nutrifjon workshops, and 14 women accessed the He31th Advocacy Programme against a target of 60. We measured outcomes using baseline and end-of-programme data, attendance records, group dlscussions, and participant feedback. Diet and nutrition workshops led to significant behavlour change, with 86% of participant5 improving unhealthy eating habits. Women reported adapting healthier versions of cultural food5 and using the Eatwell Guide to make better food choices. One Zumba participant shared. I had recently moved to the area and wa5 Struggling with my weSghi. Joining the Zumba class was the best decislDn I've made. Not only have I10st weight, but I've also made new friends.. Through the Health Advocacy Programme, 100% of women supported Improved their acce55 to services within the NHS. One client said: 'Because of your help my doctor reduced my medication. I felt listened to and Supported and wouldn't have been able to manage on my own." We also provided ad hoc advice and guidance support, Sncludlng help wlth Universal Credit applicadons, medical reports, and homelessness information. The Core Fundlng Improved Organlsational Effectiveness and Sustalnabllitv. Increased slafftng capaclty enabled us to Improve pollcles and procedures and submit more funding applications. As a result, we secured three-year unrestrlcted fundlng and achleved a five-year renewal of the Health Advocacy Programme. Progress was measured through successful grant awards, policy reviews, and compliance checks. Achieving Living Wage accreditation improved staff morale, engaeement, and productlvlty, demonstrafjng strong governance and responsible leadership. Stronger Networks and Improved Governance. Strong partnerships enabled staff and volunteers to complete training in safegvardlngi mental capacity nutrition, adolescent mental health, performance management, and Al for fundraising. Training was accessed through organisations including KCSC, Open University* and local voluntary sector partners. Increased volunteer involvement expanded our capacity to support women at appointments and strenEthened links with GP services, hospitals, and communSty organisations, Improving governance. resilience, and long-term sustainabillty.
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENTGROUP Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 30 September 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness 15 women aged 30+ increased their knowledge and awareness of breast cancer, Including early symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of routine screening. Participants learned how to perform breast 5elf-examlnations, when to seek medical advlce, and gained a better understanding of how breast cancer can present dlfferently across age groups and ethnic backgrounds. The workshop also helped address common barriers withln .the community, such as cultural stigma, fear, lack of information, and language challenges. As a result, participants reported feeling more Informed, reassured, and conlident discu5sSng breast health. The session helped reduce fear and stigma around breast cancer conversations, and women expre55ed greater motivation to attend screenSn8 appointments and share the information with family and others in their community, supporring wider awarene55 and early detection. Green Ooctors- Energy* Debt & Flnancial Wellbelng Support 16 women increased their knowledge of how to reduce household energy tosts and better manage energy-related financial pressures. Participants learned practical strate6ie5 to lower utility bills, understand energy usage, and identify common sources of energy waste in the home. The session 3150 provided guidance on accesslng energy grant5, negotiating wilh energy suppliers, and managing or seeking support for energy-related debt. A5 a result, participants felt more confident taklng immediate steps to reduce their household expenses and better navi8ate rising living c05t5. Many reported feeling reassured and less overwhelmed by financial pressures. while the opportunity to discuss energy and money concerns in supportive, non-judgmental envlronment helped improve their overall sense of financial wellbelng. Bowel Screenlng 10 women and men participated in the training and Increased thelr understanding of bowel cancer screening, including the purpose of the Screening programme, how the home test klt works, and the importance of early detection. The workshop addressed common barriers withln BME communittes such as embarrassment, Stigma, and uncertainty about using the test klt. Women also learned about key signs and symptoms, risk factors, and when to seek medical advice. As a result, participants reported feeling more confident and comfortable discussin6 bowel health and completing the home screening test. The session helped reduce stigma around bowel cancer conversations and encouraged women to take a more proactive approach to screenlng, supporting earlier detection and Improved health outcomes. Volunteers EWEG'S team of 8 volunteers, Includin8 5 BME community volunteers and 3 high skilled university volunteers. deliver culturally appropriate support that drives real outcomes for women in our community. The volunteers speak communlty languages like Arablc, AmharSc, African and Asian languages. Community volunteers provlde outreach, accompany women to health and housing services, and build trust through shared migration experiences, enabling acces5 to vital services. skilled volunteers Support housing applications, benefits, and income maximSsation, helping the organisation reach more clients, reduce staff costs, and strengthen monitorSng and evaluation systems, critlcal for demonstrating impact and securing funding. To8ether, volunteers increase seTvices reach, ensure
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENTGROUP Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 30 September 2025 inclusSvity, and foster empowerment, creating a positive cycle of 5Lspport, integration, and long-term community resilience. structure. Governance, and Management EWEG was established Sn 2005 with the mission of supporting BME women, particularly those who face barriers In accessing malnstream services due to language challenges, lack of confidence, and illiteracy. Since Its inception, the organisation has focused on empowerlng these women by providing tallored support and services that address their unique needs. Partnershlps Currentlyi we aTe worklng strongly with the BME Health Forum, KCSC, Citizen Advice Bureau, Shelter, North Kenslngton Job Centre Plus, Health Coach, Reed Partnerships, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Alcohol Servlces of WestmSnster and Kensington and Chelsea, SASH, African Woman Care, Westway Development Trust, Camden Charityi Housing Solutions, Volunteer Centre Kensington and Chelsea, and NHS. Challenge and Successes In the current fundlng climate, it remain5 increasingly challenglng for small organi5ations to secure 5UStainable financial support. Despite these constraints, through strong commltment and condnued hard work, we have successfully secured limited fLJnding to maintaln dellvery of our tore services. However, risSng service charges, utility costs, and ongoing inflation have placed significant financial pre55ure on the organisation. As a small charity operafjng prlmarlly on restricted funding, our flexibilitv to manage increaslng operational expenses is limlted. To ensure Iong-term sustainability and organisational stabilityi we are actively seeking unrestricted fundlnB to strengthen our reslllence and enable us to continue serving our communlty effectively. Reserves Poll¢y: The Trustees have established a reserve polScy almed at ensvrlng that EWEG'S co activities can continue durlng periods of unforeseen dlfficulty. The reserve pollcy ensures that funds are set aside to safeguard the organISaOn'S stablllty In challenging time5. As most of EWEG'S fundlng Is restrlcted in nature, the restrlcted funds will be treated accordingly. To achieve the reserve target, EWEG will focus on Increasing fundraislng effort5, generating additional income through donations, and reduclng expenditures where possible. Future Plans Contlnued Implementation: We will continue to implement our strategy, which builds on the progress made and adapts to emerBing needs. Our focus will remaln on strengthenlng our network both locallv and nationallyi fostering collaborations that enhance the Smpact of our services. Fundraising efforts will be a key priority as we aim to secure the necessary resources tD Sustain and expand our services. Addltionally, we are commltted to working towards obtalning the Advice Quality Standard IAQSI to further improve the quality of our advice services. We will continue to strengthen our organisational infrastructure, focuslng on Smprovlng our monitorlng and evaluation practices. To sUPPOrt this growth, we will fundraise to Increase both staff and organisational capacitvi ensuring that we are well-equipped to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
ITHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENTGROUP Report of thè Truste8s fort116 Year End9d 30 Septeniber 2025 STATEMENT AS TO DISCLOSURETO OUR INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS In so far as the tru8te8s 8r8 aware at the tim8 of approvlng th6 trustee8' onnu81 report.. There Is no relevant Information of whleh the charitablo company's Ind8pendent examlners 8re unw2re, and The trustees have taken all steps that they ought to have taken to make tliemselves aware of any relevant audit information and to establlsh that the independent examiners are aware of that Informatlon. INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS stephen Briggs of Pombrol<e Brlggs Chartered Accountants wlll be proposed for r8- appolntment 8t the torthcomlng Annual Gener81 MeetinE. Approv8d bythe ManAgementCommittee on and slgned on behalf ofthe Man&gement; Tabbasam Shabblr Tiustoe Date Natan Danlgl Trustee Date
Independent Examlner's Report to the Trustees of Ethloplan Women's Empowerment Group Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Ethiopian Women's Empowerment Group {'the Company'l I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounls of the Company for the year ended 30 September 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purp08es 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 charily's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'}. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act. Page 7
Independent Examlner's Report to the Trustees of Ethloplan Women's Empowerment Group Independent examinerfs 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 nqt kept in respect of the Company as required by section 386 of Ihe 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 {appli¢able to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)). I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in conneGtion with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Stephen Briggs ACA Pembroke Briggs Chartered Accountants Beacon House South Road Weybridge Surrey KT13 9DZ Date:.... Page 8
Ethlo lan Womens, Em owerment Grou Statement of Flnanclal Actlvltles for the Year End d 30 Se tember 2025 Note5 Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Total Fund5 1015 Total Funds 2024 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM.. Income from charltable actlvltles BME Health Forum City bridge City of London Hammer5tnlth Unlted Charltle5 Kenslngton and Chelse8 Foundation People's Health Trust 7he Health Forum The Co-op Trust for London Interest ietelved 16,650 6,900 14.100 14,IQD 9.944 9,944 9,944 5.910 3,132 26.636 29,768 30,000 392 231 231 TOTAL SO,680 54.043 69.796 ExpeNDITURE ON.. Expendlture on charltBble actlvltles Salarie5/ENIC Volunteers, expenses Sesslonal & outreach workers Mentorlng & communlty actlvltle5 Eventslchildt8re Coffee mornings Room hire Con5ultoncy Office rent Operatlonal costs Communlcatlon & webslte Independent Examiner's lee 44,808 374 22,762 130 389 178 44,808 888 22,762 130 642 178 3,778 1,812 45.299 1,445 19,112 213 385 881 2,637 5.270 1,752 2,446 800 1.038 514 253 3,778 812 1,000 394 302 1,074 556 950 302 1.074 TOTAL 7,127 70.197 77.323 81.278 NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITUREI 3,764 19,517 23,280 11.482 TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS 3,764 19,517 23,280 11.482 NET MOVEMENT IN FUN05 3,764 19,517 23.280 11,482 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS: TOTAL FUNDS gROUGHT FORWARD 20.690 51,296 71.986 83,46B TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 16,926 31,780 48,706 71,986 The note5 form part ol these financlal statements Page 9
Ethlo lan Womens, Em owerment Grou IRe815tered Number: 0555098ZI Balance Sheet asat30Se tember 2025 Unres¢rl¢ted Restrlcted Total Fund5 Fund5 Funds 30.09.25 Total Funds 30.09,24 Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible as5et5 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors & prepayments Cash at bank and in hand 16,926 16,926 31,780 31,780 48,706 48,706 71.986 71.986 CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditor5 NET CURRENT ASSETS 16,926 31,780 48,706 71,986 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 16,926 31,780 48,706 71,986 NET ASSETS 16,926 31,780 48,706 71,986 FUNDS Unre5trlcted funds RestrScted funds 16,926 16,926 31,780 20,690 51,296 31,780 16,926 31,780 48,706 71,986 The notes form part of these flnanclal statements Page 10 Contlnued.
kTHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Balance 8heet- continued 30 Septémber 2025 The charitable company is entitled to exeimption from audit under Seclion 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year,ended 30 September 2025. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 30 Seplember 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for (a) ensuring that the charitable company Iceeps accounting records thal comply wlth Sections 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 othenmise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company. These financial statements have been prepared In accordance wlth the provlsions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime. The financial statemen on. s were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue and were signed on its behalf by., T Shabbir- Trustee N Daniel - Trustee The nolos form part of Ihe6e linanclal slalemenls Page11
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Notes to the Financlal Statements for the Year Ended 30 September 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial stalements of the charitable company, which is a public benefil 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 thelr accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021 (effective 1 January 2015),, 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 Ihe historical cosl convention. The charitable company meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. As5els and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction values unless otheise stated in the relevant accounting policy or note. Income Income, including income from government granls, whether 'capital' or 'revenue', is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be reiVed and that the amount can be measured reliably. Grants are credited to income when they are receivable, unless they are for activities relating specifically to a future period, in which case they are deferred lo Ihat period. Income receivable under contracts for services is recognised in the financial statements in proportion to the percentage of completion of the contract. Donated professional serviGes and facilities are recognised as income when the charity has control over the item or received the service, any conditions associated with the donalion have been met. the receipt of economic benefit from the use by the charity of the items is probable and that the economic benefit can be measured reliably in accordance with the Charities SORP {FRS 102}, volunteers time is not recognised so refer to the trustees, annual report for more information about their contribution. On receipt, donated gifts, professional services and donated facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the charity, which is the amount the charity would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market, a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipts. Page 12
ETHIOPIAN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GROUP Notes to the Financlal Statements - continued for the Year Ended 30 September 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continuod Exponditure Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable thal settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified under the following activity headings.. Costs of raising funds comprise of Irading costs and the costs incurred by the charitable company including third parties with a fundraising purpose. Expenditure on charitable activities includes the costs of delivering services and other activities undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their associated support costs. Where the costs cannot be directly attributed, they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with their use of resources, Other expenditure represents those items not falling into any other heading5. Irrecoverable VAT is Charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred. Taxation The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. Fund accounting 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 restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. Going concern The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charitable Company's ability to continue as a going concern. The trustees do not consider that there are any sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amount of assets and liabilities within Ihe next reporting period. Page 13