DEAF WORLD REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 37 MARCH 2025 CHARITY COMMISSION NO 1127458 /,Th DEAF WORLD ¢ifi.LJe
DEAF WORLD CONTENTS OF flNANCIAL StATEMEPIIS Poge I Truslee's AnThJal RepcKI Poge 2-5 Chority Repc¥l Poge 6 Independent Exominer5 Rep(xF Page 7 Slalement of FiThJncial Activities Pog8 8 stalem8nt of A&5ets & atH.s Poge 9-10 Notes to Ihe Accounls Pagell tjetailed Statement of FiTh]ncial Acfvities
OEAFWORLD TRUSIEE'S ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 CHARIry NAME: DEAF WORLD REGISTERED CHARIJY NUMBER= 1127458 FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR BEGINNING: 151 Awl XY24 FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING: 31st March 25 CHARITY'S PRINCIPAL ADDRESS: SUMMERRELD COMMUNITY CENTRE WINSON GREEN ROAD BIRMNGHAM West 10ndS B184EJ NAME OF THE CHARrrY TRiISTEE'S: MR M I BHAn] MRZAKAZI MR A KHAN The Iru5tees pre5enl their report with Ihe finoncial stotements ol the chorily lor the yeor ended 31 March ZY25. Ihe frustees hove adopted the provi%ions ol Accounting ond RepcKting by Chorihes- Statemenl of Recornmended Practe appltcable ta charitEs prepartng ttwr accounts in occordonce wth the ffinancl Repcwting 5tondord appScoble in the UK STRUCTURE, COVERNANCE AND AIANAGEMENr Gove¥ning docvmenl The chority 55 controlled by its goveming docurTEnt. o deed of Iwsl. and conslitutes an uninCCOTOted ch¢yity. OJJECTIVES AND AcnvmES ObjeclT¥es ond aims To acl 05 0 rourCe for deaf ond hord of heariro ycxjng peoF4e behmeen the oges ol I l ond 25 by providing advice ond osystonce ond cxgoni%ing progrommes ol physicol educotion ond osher activitie5 as a rneans ol advancirig in lrfe ond heltxng young people by developing theff skills. capocities and copobilities to enoble Ihefn to porticipate in society a5 independent. rnotwe and responyble indrvvJvots.- advoncing education relieNqng unemploymenl providing recreatK)nal ond lse in the interesls ol social wellaTe lor people Imng in the oreo of benefit who hcve need tiy reason ol their youth oge infirmity (K disobility. poverty (x sociol and economic circumstances wlh a view to impTowng the condition of life of such persons. 51GNATURE.. DATED- 04lioizS Page I
DEAF WORLD
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT ON IHE ACCOUN15
YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
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DEAF WORID STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcTrvmES YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 NOTES 2024 INCOMING RESOURCES DONATIONS and LEGACIES Unre5fricted Funds Restricted Funds 8,235 77.267 218.334 TOTAL INCOMING RESOiIRCES 85.502 RESOURCES EXPENDED Roising Fund5 Charitable Expen58S Support Cost5 Govemance Costs 2.118 90.936 5.586 44.262 50.718 1.361 24.452 142902 77.843 NE[ (outCOMING) I INCOMING RESOURCES FOR IHE YEAR 79.982 1.659 Fund Bolonce carried lorward 79.982 7.659 Poge 7
DEAF WORLD STATEMENT OF ASSEts & itABILmES YEAR ENDED 37ST MARCH 2025 NOTES FIXED ASSETS Tcngible assets 7.860 CURRENT ASSETS Debt£ Cosh ot Bonk Cosh in Hond Pre Paymen15 3.(fJ5 140.4x1 262 3.(X)5 58.232 262 NET CURREN[ ASSErs 743,717 61.498 CURRENT LIABILMES Credilor>Expense5 9.378 6.818 NE[ CURREN7 LIABILMES 9.378 6.818 NET ASSEIS 142.199 54.6PA) FUNDS 142.199 54.681 142,199 54.681 Approved by the Boctrd ol Trvslees on C OL ond stgned on its beholl by TRusree Page 8
DEAF WORLD NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 I ACcOuANCy POLICIES Basi$ of preporing the finandal slolements The finonciol stotemenls ol the cOnlY. which is o pU1C benefit enh.ty undei FRS IU2. hove been prepoTed in occordance with the Chorities SORP IFRS 1021 'Accounting ond Reporting by Charitie5- Statemenl of Recommended Practice opplKoble lo chorilies preporing their occounls in oceordonce wth fhe Fin0ncl RepcKling Standord applicoble in the UK ond Repubbc ol Ireland IFRS 1 tr21 lellective l January 20151.. Finoncial Reporting standard 102 Yhe FinoncK21 Rep(rt2ng Stondcvd oppCte in the UK ond Repubk ol Irdond, and the Charitie5 Act l)1 l. The financial slatemenls have been prepared under the historicol cost conven11. Income AJI income is recognised in Ihe Slatemenl ol finonciol ActlI1e5 once the ch(rrity has entillemernl to the funds. it Is probable thal the u)come be received ond the amount con be measured reliabty. ExpendlhThe Liabilities Ofe recognised 05 expen(fituie a5 500n a5 there is o legal or cOnstcle obligation commrtting the charity to trKJI eyndrkne. il probab that a trarn5fer ol economic benefits wiv be reQUed in settlement ond the omount of the obligoton con be measured reliobly. Expenditure ts occounted on ar5 accrua& tx]5 ond has been clossified Ltnder headings thot oggregote oll cost reknted to the coteg(Ky. Where costs cannot be rfiieclly attributed to portknr headings they hove been olh)cated to actiwties on o bosi% consislent wth the use of re5(xffce5. Ton9lble fixed a$sets No DepreciotK)n has been daimed fft ye(w. TaXatn e choiity is exempf from tax orb tf5 cIKNTrlatAe actNities. Fund occounllng Unre5trpc*ed lund5 con be e QCCOFdance wilh Ihe ch¢yifable obieclives at the diretiOn ol the trustee5. Reslricled funds can onty be used for porticuky restiicted pwjoses wifhin the objects of the charity. RestiictDns orise when specified by Ihe d¢xKJr (when fund5 e raEed l(x porticvlar restricted purposes. Further explanolion ol the rFoture and pwx)se ol each fLmd 15 included in the mtes to the finonciol slalement5 2 TRUSTEES REMUMERAllON AND BENEFITS There were rK> trustees, remunefotion CY Oth benefits lu Ihe yeor erkded 31 March 2024 nor for the yeor ended 31 M<xch 2025. Trvslees, expense5 There were no Iruslee< expenses paid lor the yeor ended 31 Miwch 2(Y24 nc for tho year ended 31 March 2tr25 3 STAFF COSTS The averoge monlhty number ol employees dwing the yeorw05 Q5 follows: 2025 4 port time stoff members. 2024 2 part h.me slatt members. No Employees recieved emdumenls in excess of £60X Page 9
4 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS C051 Additions 7,860 NFf BOOK VALUE AI 3110312ff24 7.860 At 3110312(Y25 7.860 5 DEBTORS . AMOUNTS FAWMG DUE IN ONE YEAR 2024 Olher Debtors 3.(N)5 3.(Y)5 6 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALUMG DUE VlItHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trode creditCM5 Toxotron and Sociol Secthity Other Creditors Accrua 210 5.430 2.728 370 1.893 3.792 763 9378 6.818 Page 10
7 MOVEMEN[ OF FUND5 Net Movement At 3110312025 Atoim412024 62.$41 of Funds 79.658 Generol Funds 17.118 TOTAL FUNDS 62.541 79.658 Net Movement of Fund5 as f(Jl IrKoming Resources Resources EKpended Movement In Funds Geneiol Fund Unrestricted Fund 218J34 4.550 138.352 4.5 79.982 222.884 142.9(r2 79.982 TOTAL FUNDS 222.884 142.91r2 79.982 8 RELATED PARIY DISCLOSURES There were no reloted porty tronsoctions for the yeor ended 31 M(Irch 2(r25 g RESERVES POLICY It 15 the policy of this charity to Maintain a reserve al a level that provide sufficient funds lo cover c051s lar monagetnent. admini%trohon ond SUPFXXt cost. including odditionol costs. il and when the chority Ce( lo operole. These fvnds ore maintained throughout the yeor ot an omovnt £6WJ. Pagell
DEAF WORLD OETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTivmES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 202S INCOME AND ENDOWMEp¥rs 2025 2024 DationS and legarA8s Donations Grant Other Income 8,235 77.267 218.334 Total incoming rosources 85,502 &YPENDITURE 1 Raising donation5 and legacies Telephone Postage and StatY 1.156 962 2.118 1.057 253 1.311 2 Charitable activities Road safety project Charitable acti¥e5 Insurance Travel expenses relalHvJ to acknvthes Interpretor Costs 32.800 18,307 315 20.956 15.558 87.936 18.4 3,708 378 26.665 50.718 3 Support costs Computer Suppo¥t Food & Consumabks Travel Slaff Training Bank Charges Rent 852 530 821 10 8.586 1.361 4 Governance costs Wages Pension Accountsncy and legal fees Professh)nal Fees 39.679 23.387 77 240 3.TT5 44.262 7(YJ 24.452 Total rnsour¢•s expended 142 902 Net Income IIExpÈnditurB) 79,982 7,659 PaJe 11
DEAF WORU) REpoirr APRIL 2024 TO MARCH 2025 Deaf World have had a productive and an amazing twelve months with so much happening on so many fronts in the development of our deaf young people's service. With the events unfolding at a fast pace and the issue of financial sustainability being a constant concern for our survival. This year has proven that Deaf World has so much to offer to the young deaf community. It is an exciting time for Deaf World. our young team of part-time support workers and the members of the Steering Group are extremely°bolstered" bythe confidence the investment from our funders is providing. The work and achievements of Deaf World is being widely recognised, and our deaf young people are growing in their transition and maturity. Young people are now taking the leading role in several of our activities and designing projects for the community. Referrals are also beginning to be received from other organisations for their beneficiaries/people to participate in our activities. for example our "Joumey of Transition. and the "Road Safety Project- We also are being asked to provide for people older than 25years and Deaf World will be considering a modification to its governing document to allow for a wider age range of beneficiaries and the opportunity to continue its advocacylcampaigning for support to the deaf community. We are leased to re ort on the followin rowth areas and ro ect activities- Fundin Deaf World can confirm that we have been successful in securingfunding from the following- Islamic Relief UK 3-years. Paul Hamlyn Foundation 3-years, the National Lottery 3-years, Lloyds Bank Foundation 3 years and Awards for All. We also received grants from other funders and one of the key hi8hlights was securing the Inclusive Communities Fund IICFI legacy fund from the Commonwealth Games administered by the Heart of England Community Foundation. This is an astounding achievement as this is the first time since 2009 when Deaf World was set up that 3 years fijnding has been safely secured through four national funding bodies. Deaf World has consistently made appeals over the years, we have presented our case whilst delivering a quality prograrnme of activities in line with the national youth work curriculum. The belief in the ethos and principles of youth work from a deaf perspective neverwaned but rather the momentum and enthusiasm got stronger and stronger as the deaf community began to believe in themselves and the services of Deaf World. Thi5 exuberance maintained its course over the years as we continued to advocate for the rights of deaf and hard of hearing young people in assisting the shift from the mainstream narrative. Pagelof8
Deaf World acknowledge the challenges faced in presenting the deaf perspective to mainstream funders with the on-going dialogue being productive and yielded the outcomes. It IS such a relief as it now provides us sustainability for the fiiture, gives our work credibilty. reinforces our aims and objectives, gives fijnders the much needed confidence in investing in Deaf World and provides leverage for other funding streams for the future. ECAD Pro"ect Artivi The progression and development of ECAD continues to grow demonstrated by the promotion to Division 4 of the Arden Sunday Cricket League within a space of just two years of registration into the league. This has generated interest from across the region and beyond with players wishing to engage in the format of cricket being offered. ECAD and Deaf World have been creating a pathway for workforce development by: 7 players engaged with 3 full days of Sports Psychology sessions 6 players completed the ECB Foundation Level Coaching Course with Warwickshire Cricket Foundation 6 p.layers completed and certified on the Safeguarding course a5 delivered by Warwickshire Cricket Foundation We wait for 5 of our players to take up the scoring course and maintain communication with the Warwickshire Cricket Foundation. ECAD and Deaf World have also produced a cricketing manual that will assist in acquiring the basic principles of battin& bowling. fielding and catching. Assisted by the coaches and the BSL interpreters the manual enables assessment for each discipline thus monitoring the progression and development of the playerfs performance levels. This will be piloted overthe next 2 years wrth a view of producing a BSL resource Life Skills Residential Pro"ect Activities The life skills residential plays an integral part for the development and transrtion of the deaf young person. The opportunttyto engage in a fun packed activity residential for a period of 5 nights away from their comfort zones and from family is filled with excitement and joy. For many this 15 a first in experiencing travel in the UK and abroad etther by train and plane. To have the confidence to do this With their peers and independently from their carers is a huge step in their journey of transition. It draws upon their life skills knowledge learnt at schoollcollege and home to test it practicalities within a safe and supervised space and environment. The experience and journey leads to many outcomes for young people that are transferred to their daily lives with a renewed vigour and begins to enhance their resilience reaping any benefits for the family and carers. To date we have delivered the following Life Skills Residentials- Pège2of8
2025 Barcelona. Spain (15} 2024 France, Paris114) 2023 Scotland, Edinburgh (141 2022 France, Paris114} 2021 France, Paris {141 2019, France Paris1141 85 young people benefffted for our Life skills residential to date. The trip to Barcelona, Spain is the first to be led by our 3 deaf staff members. This is progression in ensuring that there is representation and visibility of deaf role models in such a prestigious programme of activity. Deaf young people are leaders and taking the lead and providing role models for their communrty. The 3 deaf staff have all been beneficiaries of the services of Deaf World in varying capacity and projects. They are now investingtheir skills and knowledge to lift up the deaf community. Road Safet Pro'ert Activities The Road Safety project continues to provide deaf young people the opportunity to get behind a wheel of car, gain confidence and acquire a life skill that cannot be accessed anywhere. The road safety learning provides a safety net under the supervision of Advanced Driving Instructors, Deaf World staff. deaf mentors and volunteers and BSL interpreters over period of 6 days and 25 hours learning to drive. We now knowthat Deaf World are the only organisation that is providingthis comprehensive and bespoke learning programme. We receive referra15 from outside of our geographical refflit. We have delivered the followin to date- 7 Road Safety Projects with 84 young people engaging in the project. The breakdown is as follows: 16 passes to date 19.04% Male pass- 7 total 8.3% Female pass- 9 total 10.7% Gender Breakdown Male- 35 total 41.6% Ferna1 49 total 58.3% Geographical locations. All young people from the West Midlands Page3of8
Attendance lOO% Some uotes For the purpose of authenticity and to highlight the acquisttion of language the quotes have not been corrected for the grammar or spelling Youn eo I learnt to Zebra crossing + T-junction ._ ... + rounbout... ... improve" .1 learnt how to follow map and ivs gag well and ivs easy. how to car park without support Review what I learing so farf, "I've learn howto drive from 6 days so far. Been learning how to use gear and pedals. Learn how to be safetyon roads, roundabouts and tuming. U5eto break when it needs to stop. New skills and get useful how to drive. Use controlled speed and taking time and use patience. Learn to watch out hazard or anything happens. I've done 30, 40, 50mph and its very good experice. I've done a lot new different skills. My confident is brilliant and never give up. Keep going. "I have a lot way beyond that I thought I would learn. I have a lot of things like gears, changing it, 4 types of parkin& emergency stop. all type of roundabouts, dual carriageways and many morethings. l am 50 glad to be part of this project" ADI "You are doing an amazing job. I would not have known if I did not come to this proje "I feel with the consistency in the last couple of days it allowed me to focus on my objettive better. Deaf people can achieve just as well as those that are not" °So rewarding to see how much the learning matter to some and the confidence the students can use in other parts of their lives. beyond just driving. The humour. excitement. stamina and perseverance of the young people" o have this programme running more than once a yearf Anal Sis relatin to this rience: Deaf World are the only young people's service that are providing a comprehensive Road safety project for deaf and hard of hearing young people. There is only one deaf driving instructor based in Northampton, to our knowledge. There are no deaf driving instructors in the West Midlands Page4of8
DW are not aware of any deaf driving assessors. DVSA- we are aware of the followin Driving theory test- can request on screen BSL interpretation or face to face interpreter. Practical driving test- can arrange for a BSL interpreter West Midlands Combined Authori DW have had meetings wtth Darren Divall, Regional Road Safety Manager, Tfwm. This led to a meeting with John Rogers from the Association of Disability Driving Instructors IADDII htt vhvw.disabili drivin instructors.com The introductory meeting facilitated sharing of tnformation from all parties. The ADDI offer comprehensive support to the learners and the driving instructors to be inclusive with their vehicle as well as their learning style and methods. The overall observation is that the ADDI has no deaf representation. has not delivered driving projects to the deaf community, have no deaf driving instructors listed. Solutions for movin forward. DW analysis based on the delivery of 7 Road Safety projects with 84 people thus far. Given the language barriers associated with their learning and the acquisition of English as a written and spoken language during the formative years at school proves very challenging and it is here, we conclude, the blockage lies. In order to overcome this DW suggest an entry level BSL resource prior to engaging with our Road safety projett. Meaningful dialogue wtth the DVSA and the Department of Transport to develop a pathway for learning, the driving theory and practical test in co-production with the deaf young people representing Deaf World Achievements The grant from the Inclusive Communities Fund (ICF) legacy fund from the Commonwealth Games administered bythe Heart of England Community Foundation has enabled growth for the organisation, which was not anticipated when submitting the application. It enabled the completion of the principle activities but also developed a positive working relationship with Braidwood school. The taster sessions and days enabled Deaf World to facilttate sports that continue to remain inaccessible, we delivered football. cricket, pickle ball, golf, archery and badminton. The project saw another partnership with Deaf Golf England to deliver a full day of golf at the Page5of8
Stonebridge course in Meriden, Warwickshire wtth the school. The impact of this was that Deaf World were invrted to parenvs evenings and deliver a presentation to the School. Braidwood school. for the first time will be delivering a BTEC sports course as of September 2025 and have requested Deaf World to facilitate the academic programme for 2025126. This is an unexpected breakthrough and an opportunity not to be missed as it offers the chance to fully engage with sports in a structured format leading to qualifications and deaf sports people of the future. To be placed in this prestigious posrtion by the school further enhances the credibility of Deaf World's standing in the West Midlands as a youth service provider. Networkin To continue to raise the profile of the ser4ices of Deaf World we have had the pleasure of meeting people and attending or involvement with the following: Local MWS: Includin8Jess Phillips, Gurinder Singh Josan, Preet Kaur Gill, Ayoub Khan Birmin ham Councillors: Sharon Thompson and Marcus Bernasconi of North Edgbaston Ward. Councillor Mumtaz Hussain of Aston ward. Councillor Saqib Khan of Small Heath Ward. Councillor Mick Brown of Gravely Hill Ward (Cabinet Member for Children. Young People and Families) Sandwell Councillor5: Luke John Davies. Parbinder Kaur and Ashley Lewis all of Smethwick Ward. Councillor Rizwanjalil of Oldburyward. CouncillorAqeela Choudhry of St Pauls Ward. Councillor Mohammed Jalal Uddin (Cabinet Member for Children and Families) of Soho and Victoria Ward. Conferences and Media- Muslim Charities Forum Conference- London BBC Midlands Today broadcast Heart of England 30 Anniversary Celebration. Sammeythe first and only deaf guest speaker. HOE- 30 Anniversary celebration Funders in Good. Social Venture Academy. Sammey, the first and only deaf person selected on their &months leadership training programme. Research and Meeting Engagements: Warwick University- engaging in research regarding accessibility for deaf cricketers Council officers- Steve Kay. Helen Ellis and the Sensory Impairment team. UK Youth conference and collaboration work during Youth Work week Page6of8
Goldsmith University- young people engage wtth research Meetings with Muslim Council of Britain Deaf World-workforce Develo ment Deaf World are pleased to announce, as a result of the funding, two additional part time staff have commenced work in September and October. We employed a Social- Media/including IT worker and a Female Support Worker. Their appointment adds to the strength of the workforce and increase productivity, presence and visibility in numerous spaces. The social media is provin8 to be a crucial area that requires time and commitment for the growth of the organisation. It is with such great pride that we are finally able to employ a female member of staff to develop the much needed provision led by deaf women. We look forward to undertaking consultation with deaf young women and presenting the findings for potenti31 investment. We anticipate that tailored and bespoke projects will be provided in future to offer deaf young female's and increase the range and scope of the Deaf World operation5. West Midlands Lord Lieutenant- Young Active Citizens Award. Sammey Ahmed, one of the support workers with Deaf World was the first deaf person to be nominated and win the award. He was awarded a certificate and presented with a medal by the Lord Lieutenant and the Deputy Lieutenant respectively. This award and recognition of the contribution that deaf young people are making in the field of creating change is beginning to have an impart. A desired impact that fulfils the purpose of the creation of Deaf World. We hopeto build upon thisasthe services and organisation grows as a recognised youth service provider. Thanks to the tearn at the WMLL who referred Sammey onto the BBC where a feature was broadcasted on 6 July highlighting the contribution that he is makingfor the young deaf community Muslim S Ort5 Foundation Deaf World were one of the finalist for the °Disability All category and walked away with the trophy. The only deaf organisation being represented at the event. Glad to be flying the flag for the deaf community in the West Midlands. West Mldlands Combined Autho WMCA It was a delight to meet Dr Mark Fosbrook, Senior Policy Officer- Health and Disability, has been an invigorating and inspirational. The initial connettion led to connection with the Transport for West Midlands and the Youth Summtt. Sammey was invited to sit on the panel at their event. Further meetings with the Senior Project Lead- Inclusive Communities. led to commissioning work researching employment opportunities for deaf yoyng people. The communication is Page7of8
on-goingwith a view of establishing a posrtive relationship withthe WMCA in asSiStingWMCA to reach their aspirations of "Getting the West Midland5 Working Again" and "Making the West Midlands an Exemplary Region for Disabled People" Birmin ham Ci Council Youth Service The Lottery funding for our "Journey of Transttion" project has reignited our conversation with the youth service. they too have confided with us in undertaking research with deaf young people regarding their Youth Strateg. Another entry into the school and further extending our relationship. Further meetings and events are planned to extend our collaboration with the youth service and ensure there is accessibility and inclusion for all deaf young people in the statutory services. Acknowled emer Deaf World wish to thank all the funders for their time and support throughout our journey of development and progression. Wtthout the trust and the investment invested in the organisation we would have struggled to provide a quality young people's service. We are also thankful to our well-wshers and professionals that willingly gave up their time in beginning to understand the needs of the young deaf community. It is dtfficult to quantify in monetary terms what the impact has had not only for the beneficiaries but their family members, carers and the credible standing of Deaf World in the field of informal education and a provider of a quality youth service delivered in co-production with deaf and hard of hearing young people. Deaf World wishtothanktheyoungdeaf communttyin believingin the organisationto deliver a service from a deaf perspective and advocating their rights within the youth service and society in general. As we now move into the next phase of our development we are excited as what can be achieved with a young deaf staff that will be leading from the front. It is thanks to them that we have reached this pinnacle point of our journey and Deaf World will continue to invest in the needs of the young deaf community. Zia Uddin Ahmed Kazi Chair Deaf World Page8of8