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Table Of Contents

Of Contents
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Directors’ Foreword 3
Legacy for Change: Race Equality in the Prison System 6
Our Story and Vision
Overview of Strategic Priorities
Priority One: 8
Improving Transparency and Accountability
External Scrutiny and Support Project
Policy and Advocacy Work
Priority Two: 18
Improving Outcomes for Ethnic Minority Prisoners and Prison Leavers
The Equality Advocate Project
The Returning Citizens Project
Priority Three: 24
Improving Awareness and Solidarity on Racial Equality in prisons
Community Engagement Work
Family Support Work
Priority Four: 28
Organisational Development and Capacity Building
Funding and Finances 2023/2024 30

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Directors’ Foreword

Through our work, we emphasize that addressing racial equality is not just a moral imperative but a critical component of reducing prison populations, tackling violence, and improving rehabilitation and resettlement outcomes. Our grassroots and advocacy efforts, informed by evidence, demonstrate that neglecting racial equality undermines these broader objectives.

We write this impact report at a key moment for the prison system in England and Wales. The number of ethnic minority prisoners has increased again and is expected to rise further with the increasing prison population. In the midst of this crisis, racial justice in prisons have become forgotten priority.

Racial disparities in UK prisons are stark. Despite damning reports and years of advocacy, racial justice in prisons remains far from a political priority. Reports such as the Lammy Review (2017) have laid bare the extent of systemic racism in the justice system, providing a clear blueprint for change. Yet, progress has been slow, and many of its recommendations remain relevant across the system, particularly in relation to prisons. The urgency of addressing these disparities seems to have been buried under shifting political priorities. This neglect not only perpetuates systemic inequities but also undermines trust in a justice system that purports to be fair and impartial. The consequences of this neglect are profound. Ethnic minority prisoners often feel marginalized and unsupported, which can exacerbate feelings of distrust and alienation. For staff, especially those from ethnic minority backgrounds, the lack of institutional support can create a toxic working environment.

This failure also has broader societal implications. Prisons are microcosms of society, and the systemic racism evident within them reflects—and perpetuates—wider societal inequities. By neglecting racial justice in prisons, the UK risks entrenching cycles of inequality, eroding trust in public institutions, and fostering resentment among marginalised communities.

The journey toward progressive penal reform continues to face significant external challenges, many of which are systemic and deeply entrenched within the broader criminal justice framework. At the forefront are persistent issues such as prison overcrowding, contradictory messaging around prison expansion, and the inappropriate use of short sentences. These challenges highlight the broader failings of social and economic policy, reflecting the inadequacies in penal policy, judiciary practices, and support systems for vulnerable individuals. These are whole-of-government and whole-of-criminal-justice challenges. Addressing them requires systemic change, not just within the prison service but through coordinated efforts across social, economic, and judicial policies.

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Racial justice in prisons demands strategic prioritization, sustained funding, and political will— none of which are forthcoming. While broader political debates on law and order dominate headlines, they often ignore the nuanced challenges faced by ethnic minority prisoners. Instead, the focus is frequently on punitive measures, stricter sentencing, and expanding prison capacity, side-lining essential conversations about equality and rehabilitation.

This apathy is symptomatic of a broader trend: the marginalization of race-related issues in public policy. Politicians often shy away from engaging deeply with the racial inequities within prisons, fearing backlash from certain voter segments or accusations of being "soft on crime." As a result, racial justice initiatives are frequently underfunded, under-resourced, and overshadowed by other policy areas.

Despite the challenges, opportunities for meaningful change exist. The ZMT remains steadfast in its belief that the best criminal justice policies are rooted in progressive social policies and remain committed to contributing evidence-based solutions. Initiatives like the Equality Advocate Project and the External Scrutiny and Support Project have demonstrated the potential for grassroots efforts to drive improvements in prison equality. Moreover, the publication of the DIRF (Discrimination Incident Reporting Form) guidance document has set a national standard for investigating discrimination complaints, though consistent implementation remains a challenge.

2023 was a year of transition and resilience for the ZMT, as it continued to adapt to challenges while advancing its mission. Under the leadership of its Board of Trustees and its Patrons Baroness D’Souza and Professor Nick Hardwick OBE , its dedicated small but dedicated team has upheld ZMT’s commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based contributions. For this the ZMT is grateful to its staff team and the leadership.

Special thanks go to the ZMT’s funders and supporters, whose generous support and dedication to social justice continue to make the ZMT’s work possible. The ZMT also recognises the invaluable support of individuals through their donations and for stepped in to assist at key moments during the year.

Thee ZMT extends it heartfelt gratitude to all those who have supported the work, empowering the Trust to stand bravely at the forefront of addressing inequality and injustice in some of the most challenging environments. Their belief in the ZMT’s mission has been a lifeline, especially during times when resources are stretched thin. It is the generosity of the ZMT’s supporters that fuels its determination to deliver impactful initiatives, amplify marginalised voices, and create tangible change in the lives of those it serves. This support is not just financial—it is a powerful affirmation of the importance of the ZMT’s work, inspiring to push boundaries and continue to fight for a fairer and more compassionate system. For this, the Trust is deeply grateful.

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In tackling the complex challenges of prison reform, the ZMT remains firmly focused on evidence-based advocacy and policy contributions. Whether addressing systemic inequalities, pushing for the implementation of alternatives to imprisonment, or amplifying the voices of ethnic minority prisoners and staff, the work is rooted in the belief that reform is not only necessary but achievable.

By advocating for change across the broader justice system and ensuring that penal reform remains on the agenda, the ZMT continues to challenge the status quo. Together with its dedicated team and supporters, it is committed to shaping a fairer, more equitable future within the justice system. The persistent inequities faced by ethnic minority prisoners are a national shame that demands urgent political action. Without meaningful intervention, the UK risks allowing its prison system to remain a breeding ground for racial injustice—a stark contradiction to the values of fairness and equality it claims to uphold. It is time for policymakers to move beyond rhetoric and place racial justice at the heart of prison reform. Anything less is a betrayal of the principles of justice.

Khatuna Tsintsadze Imtiaz Amin

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Legacy for Change:

Race Equality in Prisons Our Story

Our Vision

The Zahid Mubarek Trust (ZMT) is a national advocacy organization dedicated to achieving a fair and just prison system in England and Wales. At the heart of our mission is the fight for racial justice within the criminal justice system, holding statutory agencies accountable for their actions and responsibilities.

The ZMT was established as a response to a long and challenging family campaign for justice following the tragic murder of Zahid Mubarek in 2000. This fight culminated in a landmark Public Inquiry that exposed systemic failings contributing to Zahid’s death and resulted in pivotal recommendations for reform. Today, the ZMT honours Zahid’s legacy by ensuring those recommendations are implemented and working to create opportunities for prisoners that were denied to him.

The ZMT believes that a fair, humane, and effective justice system is essential for reducing reoffending and enhancing the social mobility of individuals with lived experience in the criminal justice system. By addressing systemic inequities and advocating for reform, ZMT strives to build a justice system that delivers better outcomes for individuals, families, and society as a whole.

Through our advocacy, support, and reform efforts, ZMT remains dedicated to achieving a more equitable, transparent, and effective prison system—one that upholds the rights and dignity of all individuals, honors Zahid Mubarek’s legacy, and creates pathways to a safer, fairer society.

The ZMT is the leading specialist organisation solely focused on racial justice in prisons. Its efforts aim to:

25 years of working towards racial equality in prisons

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Our Strategic Priorities

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To increase transparency and accountability around racial equality in the prison system.

To improve the treatment of and outcomes for ethnic minority prisoners and prison leavers.

To promote informed, empathetic and solutionoriented debate on racial disparity in the prison system and its wider consequences.

This report provides an overview of our strategic objectives and work during the reporting period from April 2023 to March 2024. It covers some of the key areas of its grassroots and policy work, its achievements, learning from the projects and its short to long-term vision for the future.

The ZMT’s work focused on meeting the strategic objectives, while its overall approach remained underscored by its commitment to promoting racial equality in prisons. Next year, the ZMT will review the strategic plan and launch a more ambitious, sustainable, and cohesive new plan.

Prof. Nick Hardwick CBE, the ZMT’s Patron

Baroness D’Souza, the ZMT’s Patron

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Priority One:

Improving Transparency and Accountability on Racial Equality in the Prison System

External Scrutiny and Support Project (ESSP)

The External Scrutiny and Support Project (ESSP) has been the ZMT’s flagship programme since 2007, consisting of a series of interlinked yet independent initiatives designed to improve the treatment of and outcomes for ethnic minority prisoners. It focuses on three core areas:

The External Scrutiny and Support Project builds on our longstanding commitment to championing racial justice in the prison system. Our scrutiny model is supported by vast academic evidence and echoes our lived and learnt experience of racial equality in prisons.

Why the racial disparity in prisons matters:

Racial disparities persist within the prison system, with ethnic minority groups experiencing disproportionate representation and differential treatment. Numerous reviews and inquiries have raised key statistics and concerns highlighting these issues over the last three decades, including the Keith report (2006) following the Mubarek Public Inquiry. Despite the widespread knowledge of these issues, there has been very little progress in transforming the negative experiences of ethnic minority prisoners and reducing racial disparities in key areas:

Overrepresentation in the Prison Population:

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Disparities in Prison Experiences:

Sentencing and Custodial Outcomes:

These statistics underscore systemic issues within the criminal justice system, necessitating comprehensive reforms to address racial discrimination and promote equality.

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The role of transparency and accountability in reducing racial disparity in prisons

Transparency and accountability are cornerstones of reducing racial disparities and achieving racial equality in prisons. They ensure fairness, build trust, and promote a culture of inclusivity where the fundamental rights of all individuals are respected and upheld. In the prison system, where power dynamics and vulnerabilities are heightened, these principles take on even greater significance.

Transparency matters:

Accountability matters:

For racial equality, transparency and accountability go beyond procedural fairness; they challenge systemic barriers and ensure that disparities are identified and addressed. By committing to these principles:

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The ZMT’s unwavering commitment to and expertise in improving the discrimination complaints in prisons:

The ZMT’s External Scrutiny and Support Project (ESSP) exemplifies its core principles in action. By maintaining financial independence and conducting impartial scrutiny of discrimination complaints and equality data, the ESSP offers the following:

Ultimately, transparency and accountability are not just ideals but practical tools to reduce inequalities, improve outcomes, and create a fairer prison system for all.

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The ZMT's top priority remains the focus on discrimination complaints in prison as part of the overall treatment of prisoners, particularly those from ethnic minority communities. In 2017, the Trust decisively safeguarded the integrity of the Discrimination Incident Reporting Forms (DIRF) system by successfully advocating against its amalgamation with the generic complaints system. This critical intervention preserved the distinct purpose and effectiveness of the DIRF system as a dedicated mechanism for addressing discrimination.

The ZMT’s leadership in this area underscores its role as a steadfast champion for racial justice and equality in the prison system. The Trust will continue to promote and enhance these vital mechanisms to ensure that discrimination complaints are handled with the fairness, transparency, and accountability they require.

The achievement of ZMT during the reporting period in offering national training to case managers and contributing to the publication of the Discrimination Incident Reporting Forms (DIRF) guidance document is a landmark success with significant implications for the prison system, notably addressing a critical gap: the handling of discrimination complaints has long been a contentious issue in prisons, often criticised for inconsistencies, lack of fairness, and insufficient training for those responsible for investigations. The ZMT identified this gap and provided much-needed expertise and support, setting a new standard for addressing discrimination complaints, especially around race.

National Training for Case Managers laid the foundation for:

Overall, the national scale of the training underscored the ZMT’s credibility and the trust placed in its expertise by prison leadership, prisoners and their families.

Publication of the DIRF Guidance Document helped with the following:

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Highlights from the HM Inspectorate of Prisons inspection reports during the reporting period:

“Equality and diversity prisoner peer mentors and support from the Zahid Mubarek Trust had been re-established since the relaxing of the pandemic restrictions, although many mentors expressed frustration at not being unlocked enough to give their support to other prisoners. These prisoners received good support from the equality officer but very few other staff we spoke to were knowledgeable about their role, or even who they were.

Investigations into discrimination incident report forms (DIRFs) were thorough, the quality of responses was good but responses were sometimes late. In most cases, the relevant individuals were interviewed and there was a good record of the investigation. The deputy governor quality assured all responses before they were returned. There was good independent analysis of DIRFs by the Zahid Mubarek Trust and leaders had invited feedback from prisoners on some DIRFs which provided transparency.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP & YOI Aylesbury, March 2023)

Notable Positive Practice: “Investigations into allegations of discrimination were thorough and fair. They were all quality assured internally by the governor and externally by the Zahid Mubarek Trust, reflecting leaders’ commitment to improving prisoners’ confidence in the process. (See paragraph 4.25.)”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Gartree, May 2023)

Ten discrimination incident report forms had been submitted by prisoners during the previous year. Most had been investigated reasonably well and were dealt with within time. Most investigations included interviews with all parties involved before drawing a balanced conclusion of the incident, which was positive. Assurance of discrimination investigation by senior leaders was very good and the Zahid Mubarek Trust reviewed all discrimination reports and provided helpful external oversight that informed good practice.

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Swansea, June 2023)

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“A total of 54 discrimination incident report forms had been submitted by prisoners during the previous year. Those that we reviewed had been investigated thoroughly and included interviews with all parties involved, before drawing a balanced conclusion of the incident. Responses were timely, and robust quality assurance was undertaken by members of the Zahid Mubarek Trust, a third-sector organisation with relevant expertise.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Leyhill, September 2023)

“There had been 55 discrimination incident reporting forms (DIRFs) submitted in the first six months of the year, which was an increase on the previous six-month period. All responses were reviewed by the equality manager and quality assured by the ZMT. We reviewed a selection and found that they had generally been well investigated with responses that were reasonable.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP High Down, November 2023)

“Discrimination incident reporting forms (DIRFs) were readily available on all wings. The prison had received 37 DIRFs in the last six months compared with 55 in the same period in 2019. Most DIRFs demonstrated reasonable investigation and responses were polite and on time. Every response was quality assured internally, and the Zahid Mubarak Trust completed an annual external quality assurance.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Bristol, October 2023)

“ The prison had entered into a partnership with the Zahid Mubarek Trust (ZMT), which included the recruitment, training and mentoring of prisoner equality advocates with a specific focus on race and religion. Although still in its early days, the initiative was encouraging There had been 132 discrimination incident report forms (DIRFs) submitted in the previous year, with an increase in the last few months. There had been an appropriate focus on training staff members in how to deal with DIRFs, and quality assurance was robust, including external scrutiny by ZMT. The DIRFs that we reviewed showed that investigations had been thorough, and responses respectful.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Littlehey, December 2023)

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“Prisoners trained by the Zahid Mubarek Trust as equality advocates were passionate about their role and the personal development it provided, and they were respected by their peers. Peer-led support groups brought together prisoners with shared experiences, which was a welcome and positive initiative.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Bure, January 2024)

“Prisoner equality representatives were in place and it was positive that they had recently had an induction from the Zahid Mubarek Trust. They felt supported and able to raise issues and present feedback from their peers at the bimonthly diversity and inclusion action team meetings.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Morton Hall, February 2024)

“Many prisoners, staff and managers reported witnessing direct and indirect racism by staff, and many were hesitant to raise complaints. During the previous 12 months, 104 discrimination incident report forms (DIRFs) had been submitted, 40% of which were replied to late and many failed to address the concerns raised. This had also been identified by the Zahid Mubarek Trust which carried out quality assurance of DIRFs.”

(Report on an unannounced inspection of HMP Morton Hall, February 2024)

DIRF box in a Cat C prison

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Future Plans:

The Importance of Fair Complaints Systems

Discrimination complaints are vital rights-protecting mechanisms, especially in closed environments like prisons, where even minor issues can take on significant meaning for those deprived of liberty. Fair handling of complaints fosters trust, ensures rules and rights are respected, and prevents grievances from escalating into broader conflicts.

The ZMT strongly advocates for external scrutiny of discrimination complaints to remain financially independent of the prison system to ensure impartiality and transparency.

Expanding the ESSP

With core funding from leading charitable foundations, the ZMT scaled the ESSP from 30 to 55 prisons by the end of the reporting period, making it the largest specialist initiative of its kind in England and Wales. This funding, free from HMPPS or government ties, safeguards the project’s independence and integrity.

Operating across diverse establishments—including women’s prisons, young offender institutions, and facilities with specific ethnic minority populations—the ESSP identifies systemic challenges, regional differences, and tailored solutions. These insights guide our development of policies addressing cross-cutting issues in the prison and wider criminal justice system.

The ZMT’s training session in a prison

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Policy and Advocacy Work

In 2023/2024, the ZMT continued its policy and advocacy work through policy submissions, contributions to advisory groups, and working with stakeholders and partners in the sector. The Trust intends to amplify its impact on national policy by adopting more policy-facing work, entailing a multi-faceted approach that leverages its expertise, partnerships, and evidencebased practices. The ZMT can strengthen its influence on national policy by combining datadriven insights, strategic partnerships, grassroots success, and public engagement. This multi-layered approach will ensure that the Trust’s advocacy not only shapes policy discussions but also drives tangible reforms that enhance fairness and equality across the prison system. In addition to the direct policy contribution around the discrimination complaints in prisons, some other achievements in the policy and advocacy area included:

Submissions

The ZMT regularly makes written submissions to consultation processes relating to its core objectives of improving racial equality in prisons. All submissions are grounded in ZMT’s comprehensive grassroots work and a unique evidence base from prisons. During the reporting period, such submissions and publications included the Public Account Committee’s inquiry into improving resettlement support for prison leavers and the Justice Select Committee’s inquiry into the future prison population and estate capacity. The Trust also submitted evidence to HMI Prisons’ consultation on expectations for adult men, emphasising the importance of retaining focus on discrimination complaints (DIRFs) and independent scrutiny of DIRFs.

Memberships and Events

ZMT continued to sit on several advisory groups: the Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group (RR3) coordinated by Clinks, the Third Sector Strategic Partnership Board (TSSPB), Mayor’s Officer for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) Third Sector Disproportionality Steering Group facilitated by the partner organisation and the Criminal Justice Board for Wales Criminal Justice Anti-Racism Action Plan (CJ ARAP), HMPPS Lived Experience Engagement Network, EQUAL National Independent AdvisoryGroup, Expert Advisory Panel on Use of Force and LTHSE’s Advisory Board.

The ZMT’s director, Khatuna Tsintsadze, co-facilitated the workshop on the theme of ‘Making Race and Justice Everybody’s Business’ at Clink's annual conference in November 2023.

Partnership work

The Trust has been working as part of a coalition of Hibiscus, Agenda, Women in Prison, Muslim Women in Prison and Criminal Justice Alliance to improve outcomes for Black, Asian, racially minoritised and migrant women in the CJS. The ZMT is focusing on the experiences in custody and working with women in prisons under the new name Women’s Justice Reimagined: campaigning for interactional justice for her.

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Priority Two:

Improving the Treatment of and Outcomes for Ethnic Minority Prisoners and Prison Leavers

The Equality Advocate Project

The Equality Advocate Project is a cornerstone of the ZMT’s efforts to create fairer and more inclusive environments within the prison system. The initiative demonstrates how grassroots empowerment can lead to a tangible systemic change locally and nationally by empowering prisoners to take on active roles in promoting equality and addressing racial disparities.

The Equality Advocate Project was instrumental in creating an effective peer-led role across 16 prisons during the reporting period. This project produced tangible benefits for the overall prison environment, including reductions in violence, improvements in staff-prisoner relationships, and systemic change. These outcomes underscore the project's transformative potential in addressing racial disparities and fostering safer, more equitable prison communities for all. The Trust is proud to see the positive impact on some key areas in prisons:

Reducing Violence:

Improving Staff-Prisoner Relationships:

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Driving Systemic Change:

Looking Ahead

With the continued support and scaling of the Equality Advocate Project, ZMT aims to:

By addressing these core areas, the project not only improves outcomes for ethnic minority prisoners but also contributes to a safer, fairer, and more inclusive prison system for all.

The Equality Advocate Project exemplifies how grassroots empowerment can drive institutional reform, reduce racial disparities, and improve outcomes for ethnic minority prisoners. Through its innovative approach and proven success, ZMT remains committed to expanding this groundbreaking initiative, ensuring it continues to catalyse equity and inclusion within the criminal justice system.

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“Having been interviewed successfully by ZMT, I was granted a place on the advocates course and this was the catalyst for a radical change in my perspective and ultimately in my future. There are a total of seven workbooks and make no mistake, they are not easy and require some serious soul searching, although they are extremely useful when I started work experience with the D&I team.

ZMT has an unparalleled dedication to the fight for equality and radical change. In a sense, they are pioneers in their field, and we all believe in them. Through them, I and many others have been able to find a light in a place of darkness.

With the support from the ZMT, we are doing things that others never believed were possible. Their trust has given me the opportunity not only to grow as an individual but to bring back a sense of pride to my children and family, and the enormity of this opportunity does not go unnoticed.”

Equality Advocate, HMP Wayland 2023

The Equality Advocates’ Graduation ceremony in HMP Wayland

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The Returning Citizens Project

Rehabilitation is a core goal of the criminal justice system. HMPPS recognises that tailored resettlement support significantly reduces reoffending. The Returning Citizens Project aligns with this mission by equipping participants with tools for personal growth, independence, and meaningful societal contributions. By addressing root causes such as unemployment, homelessness, and lack of community ties, the ZMT contributes to reducing crime and reoffending.

Successful resettlement directly impacts community safety. When returning citizens are supported in reintegration, they are less likely to re-offend, creating a positive ripple effect for their families and communities. Ethnic minority individuals are disproportionately represented in the criminal justice system and often face poorer outcomes. These groups often face systemic barriers both inside and outside the prison system. The ZMT’s focus on these groups ensures equitable access to resettlement opportunities and outcomes. Effective resettlement programs, like the Returning Citizens Project, empower individuals to overcome these challenges, breaking the cycle of disadvantage and marginalisation.

The Returning Citizens Project was designed as the community-based continuation of our prison-based Equality Advocate Project and as a vital support to trained Equality Advocates after their release. Upon completing their training and, for some, nearing the end of their sentences, Equality Advocates can transition into the Returning Citizens Project.

The integration of the Equality Advocate Project and the Returning Citizens Project exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to supporting ethnic minority prisoners both during imprisonment and beyond. By providing trained Equality Advocates the opportunity to join the Returning Citizens Project, this connection ensures a seamless transition from advocacy within the prison system to empowerment and reintegration in the community.

The ZMT plays a critical role in supporting resettlement targets by addressing the unique challenges faced by ethnic minority prisoners and prison leavers. Through the Returning Citizens Project, the ZMT provides tailored, long-term support that aligns with and enhances national resettlement goals, contributing to safer communities and reducing reoffending rates. The Trust ensures that each participant receives a support package tailored to their individual resettlement goals, covering areas such as housing, employment, mental health, and education. By starting the resettlement journey up to 12 months before release, the ZMT builds trust and prepares participants for life outside prison.

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The skills and confidence developed as Equality Advocates in prisons are not lost upon release. Instead, they are channelled into supporting others in their transition back to society, creating a ripple effect of positive change. As part of the Returning Citizens Project, the Equality Advocates continue their advocacy work in community settings. They act as mentors, role models, and peer supporters, offering guidance to others navigating reintegration. This opportunity provides them with a structured pathway to get structured, personalised support towards achieving their short- and long-term resettlement targets and aspirations and the opportunity to apply their competencies (skills, knowledge and information) post-release.

The values and skills cultivated through the Equality Advocate Project—empathy, resilience, and an understanding of systemic inequalities—are instrumental in helping returning citizens overcome barriers in housing, employment, and community acceptance. This integration addresses systemic issues holistically. Equality Advocates who experience discrimination within the prison system are equipped to challenge and navigate similar barriers in society, breaking the cycle of disadvantage. Former Equality Advocates are empowered to take on leadership roles within the Returning Citizens Project, fostering a sense of purpose and belonging as they rebuild their lives. Returning Citizens who have successfully reintegrated often inspire and support new participants, creating a ripple effect within the community.

The connection between these projects represents a holistic support model, emphasising systemic change and personal empowerment. Documenting success stories and measurable outcomes will be critical as this integration evolves. These stories can demonstrate the dual impact of advocacy in prisons and successful community reintegration, serving as a blueprint for future initiatives. This connection showcases how bridging initiatives within and beyond the prison system can contribute to a fairer, more supportive environment for ethnic minority prisoners and returning citizens alike.

The ZMT’s flexible approach, with no fixed time limit for support, ensures participants progress at their own pace while remaining focused on their resettlement goals. This commitment is critical for addressing complex, multi-layered challenges.

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Through the Returning Citizens Project, the ZMT demonstrates how tailored, long-term resettlement support can transform the lives of ethnic minority prisoners and prison leavers. The project’s emphasis on personal and professional development, coupled with its commitment to equity, supports individual participants and aligns with and strengthens broader resettlement targets.

By continuing to invest in innovative approaches like the Returning Citizens Project, the ZMT contributes to systemic change, ensuring that resettlement is not just a process but a pathway to lasting success.

“When I first learned about ZMT’s Equality Advocate and the Returning Citizens projects, I didn’t think much of it. After years in the system, promises of help often felt like empty words. But what I found with ZMT wasn’t just support—it was a lifeline.

Before release, I was trained as an Equality Advocate. That program opened my eyes to the injustices I’d experienced and witnessed, but more importantly, it gave me the tools to do something about them. It taught me that my voice mattered, even in a system that had silenced me for so long. When my time in prison came to an end, I was unsure of what awaited me outside. That’s where ZMT’s resettlement team stepped in.

The transition to the Returning Citizens Project wasn’t just seamless—it was transformative. ZMT didn’t just drop me into the world and wish me luck. They stayed with me every step of the way, helping me navigate housing applications, finding work, and rebuilding relationships. But they also gave me a purpose. Through the Returning Citizens Project, I became a mentor for others like me—people struggling to find their place in a world that often isn’t ready to welcome them back.

ZMT helped me see that my experiences, as painful as they were, could be a source of strength. They didn’t just support me—they empowered me. Today, I’m not just surviving. I’m thriving. I’ve found a stable job, and I’m part of a community where I feel valued. More than that, I’m giving back. Every time I help someone else take their first steps after release, I feel like I’m paying forward the hope that ZMT gave me.

Without ZMT, I don’t know where I’d be. They didn’t just help me find a second chance—they helped me believe I deserved one. For that, I’ll always be grateful.”

Chris, 2022 Graduate

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Priority Three:

Improving Public Understanding and Solidarity around Racial Justice in Prisons

Family Support Work

The ZMT recognises that the challenges faced by prisoners extend beyond the prison walls, often impacting their families in profound ways. Families play a crucial role in a prisoner’s journey toward rehabilitation, yet they often face unique barriers—particularly when dealing with safeguarding concerns or discrimination complaints reported through their families and loved ones in prisons. Through its dedicated family support program, ZMT provides vital assistance to these families, ensuring their voices are heard, and their concerns are addressed in a timely manner.

As the ZMT’s work across prisons has expanded, there has been a significant increase in the number of direct requests from families reaching out to the Trust via email and phone. These families often express frustration, fear, and helplessness as they navigate the complexities of the prison system. During the reporting period, the primary concerns raised have centred on the issues of safety, discrimination, and unfair treatment faced by their loved ones in custody.

In many cases, families have shared distressing accounts of their loved ones being subjected to unsafe environments or discriminatory practices, further compounding their sense of isolation. To address these concerns, the Trust has provided guidance and advocacy and worked to create a bridge between families and prison authorities, ensuring their voices are heard and their issues are treated with urgency. This increase in family engagement underscores the vital role the Trust plays as a focal point for those seeking racial justice, fair treatment, and improved safety standards within the prison system.

Many families feel powerless when issues arise. The ZMT acts as an intermediary, helping families communicate effectively with the prison system. The ZMT advises navigating complex policies and procedures around complaints, ensuring families feel confident advocating for their loved ones who encounter systemic discrimination, whether based on race, religion, or other protected characteristics. The ZMT’s expertise in this area makes the Trust a vital resource for families seeking justice and fair treatment. Families are guided through the discrimination incident process, ensuring complaints are clear, comprehensive, and submitted correctly. The ZMT monitors the progress of complaints, providing updates and pushing for timely resolutions where needed.

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Despite the absence of a dedicated funding stream for this work, the ZMT’s co-directors managed an impressive 107 requests in 2023/2024, a task that demanded significant time and resources from its small team. Each case represents a unique challenge, ranging from concerns about the safety and well-being of prisoners to complex issues of discrimination and unfair treatment. These cases often require swift action, in-depth advocacy, and ongoing communication with prison authorities and families, making the work both emotionally and logistically demanding.

Family support is at the heart of ZMT’s mission as a family-led charity, providing a lifeline to families and individuals navigating the complexities of the prison system. The Trust strives to ensure that every voice is heard and every concern is addressed with urgency and care. Through advocacy work, ZMT challenges systemic failings and pushes for accountability, aiming to improve not only individual outcomes but also broader prison practices.

The Family Support scheme, overseen by one of our directors who personally benefited from similar support in the past, is a cornerstone of this work. This lived experience brings an invaluable perspective, fostering a deep empathy and understanding for families' challenges. Beyond addressing immediate issues, the scheme empowers families by equipping them with the knowledge and tools to advocate for their loved ones effectively.

The ZMT’s casework has also highlighted recurring patterns of concern, such as insufficient safeguarding measures, systemic discrimination, and inadequate responses to complaints. These insights inform its broader advocacy efforts, enabling us to push for policy changes that create a more equitable and safer environment for prisoners and their families.

Despite limited resources, the ZMT remains steadfast in its commitment to this work, balancing the demands of casework with our broader mission to drive systemic change. Each case it takes on is not just a call for help—it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve and to contribute to a fairer, more just prison system.

During the reporting period, the Trust maintained its FREEPOST service, which was set up during the COVID-19 lockdown to maintain contact with its Equality Advocates in prisons. The FREEPOST service has become a very popular mechanism for communicating with the ZMT’s growing collective of Equality Advocates across prisons in England and Wales.

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"When my brother told me about the treatment he was facing in prison, I didn’t know where to start. He felt unsafe, ignored, and like his voice didn’t matter. As his family, it was heartbreaking to feel so powerless, knowing he was in a place where we couldn’t directly help him.

That’s when we found ZMT. From the moment I reached out, they listened—not just to my brother’s complaint, but to my fears and frustrations too. They took the time to explain the prison’s complaint process, something I’d struggled to understand. They guided me step by step on how to raise his concerns effectively and what to expect along the way.

The team didn’t just support us with advice; they became our advocates. They followed up with the prison, ensuring my brother’s complaint wasn’t ignored or dismissed. They gave us hope that someone was fighting for him when it felt like the system was stacked against us.

But it wasn’t just about resolving the complaint—it was about the compassion and understanding ZMT brought to the process. They treated us like people, not just another case. They reminded us that my brother’s voice mattered, and so did ours.

Thanks to ZMT, my brother’s complaint was finally taken seriously, and changes were made to address the issues he was facing. Without their help, I don’t know if we would have had the strength or the knowledge to keep pushing for justice.

ZMT was a lifeline for our family, and I’ll always be grateful for the support they gave us in one of the most challenging times of our lives."

Saima, sister of a prisoner

The ZMT Equality Advocate lanyard with ID worn in prisons

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Community Engagement Work

A Collective Voice of Equality Advocates in prisons and the community

In 2023/2024, the Trust worked towards launching its new alliance—a Collective Voice of the members of the ZMT Equality Advocate and their families and allies affected by the criminal justice system. The alliance aims to ensure that the members have a meaningful opportunity to engage with and contribute to the ZMT’s work. The Trust co-produced several policy briefings and consultation responses with the members of the Collective Voice. Next year, the alliance will become formalised within the ZMT’s structure.

Media and Publicity

The ZMT’s research extends to producing at least one significant publication reflecting the annual strategic priorities a year. Next year, the Trust plans to utilise blog posts for greater public engagement.

The ZMT’s staff and participants at the ZMT event

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Priority Four:

Organisational Development

In 2023/2024, the ZMT made significant strides toward developing an effective, efficient, and sustainable operational model. Its transition from a micro-organisation to a small yet impactful charity has cemented the ZMT’s status as the largest specialist charity led by and for ethnic minority communities working within the prison system. This growth reflects its core commitment to addressing racial disparities and empowering those it serves.

The ZMT will refresh its strategic direction in the coming year with an ambitious five-year strategy: A Legacy for Change Reimagined 2025–2030 , underpinned by the annual delivery plan. This strategy will incorporate the voices of our supporters and—most importantly—the people we serve. The Collective Voice Alliance, a key pillar of our work, will be vital in shaping this vision, offering critical insights to influence meaningful change within prisons and communities.

During the reporting period, we laid the groundwork for revitalizing the membership and structure of our Board of Trustees. These structural changes, set to take effect next year, aim to diversify our Board with individuals whose values, principles, and expertise align with our organizational ethos and needs.

Our focus on governance extends beyond board restructuring. The ZMT’s work has been directed towards strengthening governance and management processes, reviewing governing documents to align with our growth and evolving vision, and fostering an environment of accountability and strategic oversight to meet the demands of our expanded operations.

The ZMT’s staff and supporters at the ZMT event

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The ZMT aims to deepen engagement with existing and new partners while advancing innovative policy initiatives. Generating and sharing reliable, actionable facts about racial justice in prisons will empower stakeholders and advocates to push for systemic change. Next year, the ZMT will employ creative research strategies to uncover and highlight racial disparities and present stakeholders with data and resources to advocate for reducing racial disparities within the prison system.

The ZMT’s new strategy, A Legacy for Change Reimagined: 2025–2023, is a bold commitment to putting people at the heart of progress. We’re empowering individuals and communities impacted by racial inequities and amplifying the voices of those driving transformative change. Together, we’re building a future shaped by collaboration, equity, and resilience—a true legacy of change.

The ZMT’s continued growth reflects our unwavering commitment to racial justice in the prison system. By strengthening our internal capacity, expanding its partnerships, and empowering advocates with accessible resources, the Trust will push for greater equity and justice. Through collaborative efforts, the ZMT aims to create systemic change and leave a lasting legacy that reimagines justice for ethnic minority communities in prison and beyond.

The ZMT’s staff and participants at the ZMT event

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Funding and Finances

Throughout 2023-24, the ZMT continued to expand and diversify its approach to income generation, focusing resources on a select number of philanthropic Trusts and Foundations and increasing its self-generated income, in particular through consultancy services.

The ZMT's Commitment to Financial Independence in External Scrutiny and Advocacy Work

The ZMT has always been steadfast in its mission to advocate for equity and justice within the prison system, prioritising the needs and rights of ethnic minority prisoners. As part of this commitment, the Trust made a deliberate and strategic decision not to accept funding from HMPPS or individual prisons for its External Scrutiny and Support Project and advocacy work. This decision underscores the ZMT’s dedication to maintaining financial independence and ensuring the integrity and impartiality of its work.

Financial independence in delivering this vital work matters for a number of reasons:

Refusing HMPPS funding creates challenges in securing sustainable funding for the work that represents over 60% of the ZMT’s core work and costing, but it also reinforces our resilience, ethical standards and innovation. The Trust is committed to generating income through diverse, ethical, and aligned funding streams that support our core functions without compromising our values. This includes engaging with mission-aligned philanthropic foundations and trusts, developing partnerships with organisations that share the ZMT’s vision for racial justice in the criminal justice system and leveraging grassroots and community support to sustain and expand its work.

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The decision not to accept HMPPS funding for the scrutiny and advocacy work reflects the ZMT’s belief that change must come from a place of integrity and that true reform can only be achieved when scrutiny is external and uncompromised. With the continued support of longstanding funders, partners, and communities, the ZMT will remain a powerful, independent force for equity and justice in the prison system.

Diversifying funding sources for different work streams

The fundraising landscape remains challenging; however, the Trust remains committed to ensuring the security and stability of ZMT’s income streams. To address the funding gap created by refusing HMPPS financial support, the ZMT leveraged its Equality Advocate Project and Returning Citizens Project—both of which are paid initiatives operating within prisons—to subsidise the operational costs when and if needed due to the lack of funding from independent funds and foundations.

The ZMT started the 2023-24 financial year with a growth in number of staff members. Despite the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on its finances, the Trust offered its staff team a wage increase and focused its efforts on reducing costs.

Statement on fundraising practices

The ZMT’s fundraising strategy reflects its commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and support for its mission to promote equity and justice within the prison system. Focused mainly on charitable trusts and income generation through traded activities, ZMT does not engage in general public fundraising. ZMT only accepts funding from statutory sources for direct support and resettlement work but not for its external scrutiny and advocacy work. The ZMT’s fundraising policy prohibits intrusive fundraising methods, such as telephone or face-to-face requests. To enhance capacity, the ZMT sometimes collaborates with professional fundraisers for funding applications, ensuring high-quality proposals while adhering to all fundraising regulations and compliance codes. With no complaints ever received about its fundraising activities, the ZMT takes pride in its transparent and ethical approach. Despite fundraising challenges during post-pandemic recovery, the ZMT has maintained financial stability while being mindful not to divert resources from smaller or specialist organizations. Looking ahead, the ZMT aims to strengthen relationships with current and past funders, secure multi-year core funding, and attract support for its thematic networks. By prioritizing sustainable income generation and ethical practices, the ZMT continues to advance its vision for systemic change and justice for ethnic minority communities in the criminal justice system.

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Reserves Policy

The Trustees review the ZMT’s reserves policy regularly. Considering the liabilities and costs associated with a reduction in the level of the charity’s activities that a reduction in funding might cause, the Trustees have resolved that we should hold unrestricted reserves sufficient to cover not less than three months’ anticipated expenditure and aim to increase unrestricted reserves to six months when possible.

Thank you to funders

The ZMT would like to take this opportunity to express its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who donated to and supported our work. Your contributions enable the Trust to remain the backbone of racial justice efforts in prisons, ensuring that individuals in custody receive the support they need to rehabilitate and successfully resettle into their communities. Your generosity and belief in the ZMT’s mission drive the impactful work it does every day.

From all of us at ZMT, thank you for standing with us and helping to create a fairer and more just system.

ZMT funders throughout 2023-24 were:

The Esmee Fairbairn Foundation

The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust The National Lottery Community Fund*

(*restricted to The Equality Advocate and Returning Citizens Projects)

Lloyds Bank Foundation*

(*restricted to policy work)

The Tudor Trust

AB Charitable Trust

The Barrow Cadbury Trust*

(*restricted to Peer-led Scrutiny in Prisons)

HM Prison and Probation Service*

(*restricted to The Equality Advocate Project)

Serco*

(*restricted to The Equality Advocate and Returning Citizens Projects)

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CODW registrati(n numbff: 06652052 Cllarity re8istratson number: 1127834 Zahid Mubarek Trust Limited (A company limited by guarantee) Annual Re￿rt and Financial Statern￿ts for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

7Ahld Mub•r¢k Trust tAmited COnt￿th 2to3 ststemcnt of Financial Activities 4t05 Bal￿ Sheet 6t07 Notes to the FIn￿CIal St8teme 8t018

7Ahld M•bwelt TrMt iAmlted Datiiel Benedict Rubinstein Jabez Wai Yiu Senlor MaDageJDent I Levddershlp Team Charlty ReO8tr*tlon Number 1127834 CoMp￿Y Rryljtradon Number IY)652052 Harn￿ T(¥vrn Hall Cffltr¢ 213 Haverstock Hill LAiadon NW3 4QP Zain Saleh FCCA ZAS ACc￿lancY & Tax I Suvte 427 l£gacy Cmtre Hampton RO￿ West Fcltham llldependent Eyallthier TW13 6DH Banke HSBC Bank plc 192 Hoe Street Walth8JllStow IA)ndon E17 4QN

Tahld Mubarek Tn¥t Llmlted Independent Exthlfyevl Ryrt kn the trDstee8 of Zakld Mobwek Trwt Llmlted ('Ihe Company,) I report to th¢ cbarity trustees on my ex8mination of the accounts of th¢ Company for the yw ended 3 l March 2024. Regpon8lbilitlu and bgsls of report As the charity's trusteu of the Compw {and also its d1￿ctOrS for the pury￿se8 of Company law) you are reswinsible for the prepartion of the acLounts ID accordance with th¢ requiremcnts of the Companic5 Act 2(K16 ('thc 2(X16 Art'l Having satisfied niyself that the accouuts of the Company 8xe not required to be audited und¢r Part 16 of the 2(X)6 Act and are eligible foT itidepekn examinati￿ I report in respect of my examinati(n of your clJ8rity's 8ccounts as Carri￿ out under ￿tIOn 145 of the Chartties Act 2011 ('the 2011 Ath,). In carrying out my examinalion I bave followed the Directions giv¢n by the Charity Commission undcr Section 145(5)(b) of the 201 l ACL Independent ¢WDlner's thtement Since th¢ Companls gross income excceded £250.[￿ your ¢x8rniner must bc a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 ACL I confinn that l am qualified to undfftske the examination becauK I am a of A&wGiation of Certified Accountant whirh is one ofthe listed iKxlies. I have comple￿1 my examination. I coJ]firni that no mattm bave come to my attention in cotjnertion with the ¢xatnination gtving me cause lo bolieve.. l. accowiting records were not kept in rwi of 7Abid MubwEk Trust Limited 88 required by section 386 of the 2006 ACL or 2. the accowits do not ac¢ord with thos¢ re¢oTd8; or 3. the do not comply with the accounting reqUi￿ellts of section 396 of the 21M)6 Act otha than any requirement that th¢ accounts gi￿ a 'true and fair vievP which is not a matter considttal as part of an itidepend¢nl examination. or 4. thc a￿Unts have tLOt been prepared in acconlanc¢ with the rndhods and principles of the Stat¢ment of R¢wnmended Prndice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to cljarities thelr accounts in accordanc¢ with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of1rt18lld (FRS 102)]. I have no con¢¢rn8 and have come acn)$8 no othff uutters in connection with the examinatffton to which attention should be drnvm in thi8 repkirt iti order to enabl¢ a proper understanding of the accounts to be rwhe(L

T4hld mUb￿ej[ Thmt Llmlte41 Independeat EX4m1De￿1 Rwrt to the trnstees of YAhld Mubarek Trurt LI￿￿ted ('th¢ Con￿anY,) ,ILK FCCA ZAS Accountsncy & Tax Ijd Suite 427 Legacy Centre Hampton Road West F¢ltham Middlesex TW13 6DH

74hld Mubarek Trurt tAmlted Statement of FIDanclal Acdvlde8 for the Year Ended 31 Marcb 2024 (In¢lpdlng Income and Expendltsre Account Stat¢m¢nt of Totsl Reeognlwl Galn8 and Lojsej) Total 2024 Note Income aDd Endoivments from: Grants, donations and kgacics ChaTitsble activities 1939(K) 125.668 47.036 319,568 47,036 Totsl inL¥)me 193,S 172.704 366,604 E￿endItUre on: Chartlable activities Other expenditure Total wi￿dItur¢ N¢t ￿p￿dItI￿¢ Nct movement in fiuMIs (210,774) (172,704) 1.792 (383.478) 1,792 212.5 171704 385.270 18 18.666 (18.666) (18.666> RttoDclllatloD offuDds Totsl fimds brought forward Total funds caTried forward 30,010 liJ44 30,010 11.344 Totsl 17 Ineome and Endowments from: 142.753 366J42 Totsl in￿rne 223 589 366 142 753 ￿42 E￿endItsre on: Clwritable activities Other expcnditurc Total expenditure Net incomeJ(expenditure) Net movement in fimds (163,296) 1.445 (159.(KlS) (322.901) 1.445 159,605 324346 58,848 16,852 41.996 5&848 (16.852) 41.996 ReconeUldon Of fund$ Total fun(ts brougbt forward Total funds carried forward 11.98 11,986 l7 The no￿ on pages 8 to 18 forni an integrnl prt of these financial statements. Pag¢ 4

Tahld Mubwek Tn¥t Lbnited Statement of F7nanclal A¢dTldu for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 ncludlng Ineome 4nd F.xpendltsre A¢¢ount Ststemen_t of Total Recogni￿￿ G41n8 and Losyes) The funds breakdm for 2023 16 sbown in not¢ 17. The notes on page8 8 to 18 forn) an integrnl part of the8e financial statements.

7Ahld Mnbarek Trust iAmlted (Reglstratlon Dumb¢r: I￿2052} Bal8n.(4 Sheet ￿ at 31 M4T¢h 2024 2024 2023 xed asgets Tangible assets Current 488¢ts Debtors Casb at bank and in baThl l2 &718 9.426 13 14 19,135 34,1(K> 53,235 38.412 11,352 85,329 96.681 19,910 Credltors: AmNnts f2llkng dpe wlibln one year 15 Net current gMets Total a88ets ¢yrrent Uabllltles 21,541 86.197 Credltor8: Amounts due after thau ome Net amets 11.344 30,010 FuDd8 orth¢ ehaAty: Restrleted Income fuxds Restricted fimds (16,852) Unrestrlcted Ineon* 11,344 11,344 46.862 Totsl funds 17 For the finarlcial year fflding 31 March 2024 the clwity entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Compani&% AL# 21X)6 relating to small compty¢s. The rnernb￿ have not required the charity to obtain an wjdit of its acwunts for the year in question in accordance with ￿tIOn 476" and The direGtors acknowledge their Twi￿llItieS for complying with the requirements of th¢ Act with respect to accounting records and the prepardlion of acLX)unts. The not&8 on pa￿$ 8 to 18 forn] an integral part of thesc financial statements.

TAhld M*barek TrDJt ljmlted (Reglstratlon nDmber: 116652052) BalAw Sh¢rt a8 At 31 March 2024 The financial statements on pages 4 to 18 were approv￿ by the trustees, and authorised for issue on il.. Iz: * attd 8i8tt¢d on th¢ir bobalf by. Dwjiel Benedi¢t Rubinstein The no￿8 on pagcs 8 to 18 fomi an In￿g￿ pmrt of these finanoa] 8t8tements.

Zlhld Mubarek Trurt tAmlted to the Statements for the Year Ended 31 Mgreh 2024 I ChArlty capital. Eacb of the tnths is liable to ¢onthThute an amount not uceeding £1 knards the assets of the cbarity in the event of liquid8tiorL The address of its registered office is." Hampstead Town Hall Centre 213 Havwstock Hill I￿ndOn NW3 4QP 2 Accouathig polld Summary of 8lgHlfieaDt accountlng polleleg aDd key aeoJllDting estimteJ The principal accounting policies applted ill the preparation of th¢s¢ financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently 8pplied to all the years pr¢sents4 unless otherwi8e slated. Statement of compllance The financial st8tements have beca preFwd in acconkn with Ac￿unting and Repoiting by Cb8rities: Statement of RecOnM)e￿ Prnctice (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in arcordan(% with th¢ Financial Rep)rting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102)) (issued in (knober 2019) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)). the Financial Rwortitig Standard applil￿le in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and thc Compatii¢g Act 21M)6. Ba81J of pryaratloD Zabid Mubarek T￿￿( Limited meets th¢ dcfinition of a public b¢n¢fit cntity undcr FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially rewgni5ryJ at bistOTid cost or traDsaction valuc UDle8S otherwise stated in the relevant a(wuntAng wilicy notes. Th¢ pres¢ntational currency of the financial stathents is Pound Stffling (£). Golng Concern Th¢ trustees consider that there are no n]aterial uncffthinties about the clwitys ability to continue as a going concern nor any sigDifiL are45 of uncutsinty that aff￿t the carrying value of a￿t$ held by the clwity. Exempdon from preparlttg 8 tash flow 8tthment The charity opted to early adopt Bulletin I published on 2 Febnwy 2016 8nd have therefore not included a c&8h flow statement in thes¢ financial Statall￿ts.

Lghld Mubvek ThNt tAmlted Notes to the Flnandal Statements for Ihe Year E•de4131 Mareh 2024 Income And endowments All income is recognised once the clwity entitlrnt to the inmq it is probable that the income will b¢ rK¢iv¢d and the atnount of the incom¢ rcccivabl¢ mc4surd r¢liably. Grants are recognised when th¢ Cbarity ha8 an entitlement to the fimds and any conditions linked to the grants have been meL Where Ferfornwic¢ conditions are attached to the and are yet to be mel th¢ in¢om¢ is reo)gnised a8 a liability and included on th¢ balance th¢¢t &5 deferred income to be rcle4sNL Expendltsre All expenditure is recognis¢d once th￿e is a legal or conSt￿Ye obligation to that eXP￿dIt￿re. it is probable settlement is wuired and the amowtt ran be measured tEliably. AII costs are allocated to the applicable expenditure hthg that aggregate similar costs to that ¢at¢gory. Wbere costs cannot be direcdy attnlxttcd to parti¢ular heathngs they bave be¢n allocated on a basis consistent with the use of resource4 with crntrdl staff allocated on the b&%is of time spenL and depreciation cbarges alliKai on the tthion of tbe ￿S￿'S us¢. Other 8UPPOrt cthqts are allocated b8s¢d on the spread of staff ¢08ts. Cbaritsble expenditure c4)mpri8es those cost8 incurred by the charity in the delivery of its actlvities and servi¢rf for its beneficiaries. It includes costs that w be all{￿ated directly These include th¢ ¢08ts attnTr+Utable to the L8ritys compliance with constitutional and Government grants Govvnm¢nt grdnts are rewgnis¢d based on the acfflthl mi)d¢l and are measured at the fair value of the assct rcc¢ivcd or rrcgivablc. Orants are cl&55ifigd as fflating ¢ith¢r to Teyenue or to assets. GTants relating to revenue att recogDised in iDcome over the period in which the life of the asseL Where pth of a W Telating to an a58rt 18 deferrt it 18 recognised deferred incom¢.

7Ahld mub￿tI[ Thmt ljmlted NotH to the Trlnanclal Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 TautloD Th¢ charity is considffed to pass the tests set out in Prytwh I Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010 and therefore it meets the definition of a charitabl¢ company for UK corporation tax purpos￿. AccoThlingly. the charity is polentially exanpt from tsxation in respect of income or capital gains received within categories covcffd by Chapter 3 Part I l of the Corporation T Act 2010 or Sedion 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, to the extent that Such income or gains are appli￿ exclusively to ¢lwitable purpo8e8. Tallgtble fred a$8¢ts Individual fix¢d &ssets costing £IOO.(KJ or mor¢ ar¢ initsally Ter￿ded At ¢osL l¢ss any Subsequent accutnulatcd d¢w￿latIon and subsequent accumulated In￿Rim)ellt lo￿. Deprecl4llon and Amortlsadon Depr￿latIOn is provid￿ on laD￿￿le fix￿ &ssets so as to write off the cost or Valuatio￿ less any estimated residual value, over their expected wsefiLI economic life as follows: Depreel•don method gnd rAte 250/0 on cost 3333Yo on cost Fixtures and fittings Reseatth and developnK•t Research and development exp￿ditUre is written off as incur Trade debtor8 Trnde debtors are amounts (bje from Gu5tomm for mex¢lwidi8e Sold or sffv1L￿ tRrfornied in the ordinary course of busin¢5S. Trade debtors aff ffcognised initially at the ITansaction price. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest m&h(KL less provision for impairnifflt. A provision for the In￿31￿￿t of trade dcbtW5 is established when there is objective evidence that the ellarity will not be able to collu* All Amounts due acc(rding to the oriwl tern]s of the rettivable& Cash and cash equlvalents Cash and casb ¢quivalents comprise casb on hand and Call deposi￿ and other short.ternJ highly liquid investments that are readtty convertible to a known atnount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of cbang¢ in value. Fund structhre Unrestricted income fijnds are gener81 fill￿ that arc availabl¢ for use at the tnsstees dISc￿tion in furtherance of the objc¢liv¢s of the cb8rity. Page io

74hld Mubarek Trwt Llmlte41 Note8 to the Trlnanclal Ststements for the Year Ended 31 Marcb 2024 Restricted income funds are th08¢ d(Mwted for usc in a particular area ￿ for $pe¢ifi¢ purpose the use of which is r¢6tri¢ted to that area or purp￿. Flnanelal Instruments Financial assets and fmancial liabilities are recognised vkn the ch8rity becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrumenL Financial liabilitic5 and equity instrurnents ar¢ Glassifial according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instnunfflt is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the &8sets of the cI￿lty after dthing all of its liabilitie8. All financial as3¢ts and liabilitie8 are initially mea8urnI at tran8Rction price (including transaction costs), except for th05¢ financial ass&s classified as 8t fair value through profit or 1086, which are initially me&8ured 8t fair value (which is nommlly thc transaction pri¢¢ excluding transaction costs), ulli￿ the arrdngement constttittes a financing tiznsaction. If an arrangement constitutes a fllwicing transactio￿ th¢ financial as5¢t or financial liability is measur&1 at the present value of the fithre payments di&￿)UntaI at a rnarket rate of interest for a similar debt instruma Financial assets and liabilities are only offset in the siatanent of financi81 position when. and only when there exists a legally enforceable righi to set off the T￿0g￿l￿1 amounts and the cbarity intends cithcr to S￿1¢ on a net basi4 or to realise the as5Ct and settle th¢ liability simultaneously. Finan¢i81 &88ets are derecogni5ed whffl and only wben a) the LYffttr&#ual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset exptre or are b) the charity transfcrs to another paty substantially all of the TiSks and rewards of ovmaship ofthe financial a58cL or c) th¢ ¢harity. despite having retained some, but not all. significant ri8k8 and rewards of ownffship, has transf¢tred control of the asset to anothv paty. Financial liabiliti¢s are der¢￿801$¢d only when the obligatiOD Specifi￿ ia the ciffltract 18 discharge4 cancelled or expires. With the exception of some iDstrun• other debt inslruwts not meeting these Conditions are rneaswtd at fair value througb profft or105S. Commitments to rnake and receive loaDS Twhich Tned the conditions mentioned above are measured at cost (vkni¢h may be nil) less impairnifflL Pagell

Z•hld Mubarek Lbnited Nots• to the FIn￿d￿l Statements for the Ended 31 Mv¢h 2024 3 Income from grall￿ donatlom and legades Dd8 Total 2024 Gr8nts, including charilable donations: 36,168 36.168 89,5(K) 125.668 193,9)0 319568 llds Restrleted G•eral Rd$ Totgl 2023 Grants. including clwitable donatifft￿; Government grants Grants from charitable tr￿￿ts and foundattons 75,607 75.607 223.589 223.589 290,735 366.342 142,753 4 IntOll￿ from charltable aetMde8 Rostrlcted funds Total funds Dclivcry & research Totsl for 2024 47.036 47,036 47.036 47,036 Page12

7Ahld Mub8rek Trurt Llmlted Note8 to the F1n#ndal Statements for th¢ Year Ended 31 M*reh 2024 S Expmdlture on eharltable actlvltle8 Total funth •d8 Note Core costs projeet expenses stsff and consultants. costs Iklivery and re8¢8xth costs offi￿ ￿nt and coFnn]unication 177J34 106,412 66292 283,746 66292 22,085 1,069 538 68 22,085 1.069 538 68 Memberships and sutwiptions Bank cbarge5 other similar costs 3.W7 5.773 210,774 163296 3.907 5.773 Totsl for 2024 172,704 383,478 Total for 2023 Is9,￿5 322901 In addition to the expcnditurc analY￿d abovc. there are also 80veni￿ costs of £5,773 (2023 - £7.147) vthith relate dIr￿Y to GhaTitable aL#ivities. Sce note 7 for further d&ails. 6 Other e4Kndltsre Unrestslcted fonds GenerAI Tolxl fund• Marketing and publiclty lJ19 473 lJ19 473 TotAI for 2024 Totsl for 2023 1,445 Page13

Lqhld MubArek Trnt IAmite41 Notes to the Tr1nandAI Staten￿ts for the Year Ended 31 March 21124 7 AnAlyJh ofgovernaDee JDpport eosts UnreAtrlcted Dd8 General Total fund8 Inde￿t examiner fees Arwuntancy and IxN)kkeq)ing fees Tot41 for 2024 1773 Total for 2011 7.147 Page 14

T4hld Mobarek Thtyt Llmlted Note• to the FI￿￿¢11 staten￿llts for the Yer E•ded 31 March 2024 8 Trnkn remunergdoD and exp¢ tharity duritig the year. No trustees have received any reitnbursed ¢Nyenw fiDm the clwity during th¢ year. 9 Staff costy In the current year. the charity had an avernge of 5 employees (2023. 5). The tolal wages and con&Jtsncy fx8 p&d during the year wffc £283.746 {2023 - £220216) The tolAI employee remunetation and beD¢fits of th¢ kcy I￿80nnel of the cljarxty £A7,692 (2023 - £46J84) The emoluments of one n)ember of staff. including ben¢fits in kin4l arn within the range of £60.IXK) to £69999 (2023 . Orte in the range fA).(X)O to £69.999). 10 Independent ¢x•mIme￿I remDn¢r4tlfyn 2024 2023 2.820 11 Taxatlon The charity is a registercd charity and is therefore ¢xanpt from taxatio Pa8e 15

74hld Mubarek Trwt Llmlt¢d Nots• to the Fln¥ndal Statrments for Ihe Ye4r E•ded 31 March 2024 12 Tanglble ￿ed and equlpment Totsl Cost At l April 2023 Additions 22,9)8 22,908 1.199 At 31 March 2024 24,107 Depreclatlo At l April 2023 Charg¢ for the year At 31 March 2024 13,482 13.482 3.907 17J89 Net book value At 31 Ma￿h 2024 6,718 6,718 At 31 March 2023 9,426 9,426 13 Delrtors 2024 2023 4,127 Accrned income Otlter d¢btot5 11,891 7244 19,135 7225 IlJ52 14 Ca8h and e*sh equlvalents 2024 2023 Cash at bank 34,1(K) 85J29 P8g¢ 16

Tabld Mub8rek Th￿t IAmlted Notes to the Flnandal Statements for the Yar Ended 31 M4reh 2024 15 Credltorj: fAlllng doe wlthlD ome year 2024 2023 Bank loans Other taxation and 80Ci8] Security 5,991 19,705 8,111 4.605 38.412 5.991 1281 8222 4.416 19,910 2023 A¢¢ruals Resouffe8 defetted in the wi(rfl 16 Credltors: amounts falllng due after one year 2024 2023 10,197 16,187 40,0(4) Deferred income 17 Funds Balanee at I Incomlng ReBourca 31 Marcb Aprll 2023 2024 Unregtrlcted G¢neral Funds 30.010 I93,￿ (212,566) 11.344 Equ81ity Adv￿at¢S Proiext Retimin8 Citizens Proiert 172.704 Totsl funds 385270 IlJ44 Page l7

ZAhld M•barek Tr•Bt lJmlte41 Notes to the FIll￿dI1 StateD￿nts for the Yw ERd¢d 31 Mar¢h 2024 Balance At Regources 31 March Bslanet at I Aprll 2022 Ineomlng Unre8tr1cted Genv41 General Fund8 (11,986) 223589 {164.741) 46,862 Re1￿Cted Advocacy for Justice Programme, A Record of Our Own ProjecL ￿ualIty Advo￿ Project and Prison t*av¢rs Swtyt Project 159,605 16,852 Total funds 11,986 324J 30,010 Po8e18

7Ahld Mllbarek Thmt l.Imlted Detalled StAtemeDt of FIDandal Acttvluw for the Year End￿1 31 IW 2024 2024 2024 Total 2023 Ineojne and Endowments from: Grant4 donations and legacies (anaiysed below) ChaTitable actlvities (anal bekny) Total income 193 125.668 319.568 366J42 47.036 193.9(Kl 172,704 366 Expendltsre on: Clwitable activiti￿ (Inalis￿l below) Other expenditure (anal￿1 below) (210.774) (172.71M) (383.478) (321901) 1,792 212,56 172.704 385270 324,346 Net (expenditUTcyinr Net mov¢rnenl in funds 18,66 (18.666) (18.666) 41.996 Reconelllatlon of fund• Total funds brougbt for Total fimds carried forward 30.010 iiJ44 30.010 11.344 11.986 30,010 This rAge does not forni ￿t of the statutory financial slatcmmts. Page 19

7Ahld MubArek Trwt I.Imlted Detalled Slatement of Aedvtde4 for the Yev Emded 31 March 2024 Totsl 2024 Tot 2023 Gr4nts. donodons and14w4ckn Governrnent grants Grants from cljarithblc trusts and foundations. RutriL*d Grants fiDm charitabl¢ trusts and foundations. Unrestricted 36,168 75,607 89,5(Ki 67,146 223 193 9(Kl ￿89 319,568 366J42 Primary purpose trading 47,036 47,036 S￿lfalld consultsnts, (x)sts Staff and consultants, costs Delivffy and ffsearch costs (1(%5.412) (177,334) {66.292) (21085) (1,069) (538) (3.SYJ7) (68) (3,000) 2,773 383,478 (91,343) (128.873) (68262) (22,676) (851) (375) (3,264) (iio) (2,820) 4.32 322.901 Memberships & subsuiplion Depreciation Bank charges Accountancy and bookkeeping fee5 Advertising Loan intcrest (1.319) 473 (825) 1.445 This page doe8 not fornl of the ststutory financial slatemfflts. P88e 20