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Independent Choices Greater Manchester Annual Report 2024 2025

0800 254 0909

helplne@independentchoices.org.uk

www.endthefear.co.uk

www.domesticabuseheline.co.uk

Our Mission

·To provide advice and support for survivors of Domestic violence and Abuse DVA

·To increase understanding about DVA amongst professionals and the public

Our

a Values

Empowerment - giving people the means to take control of their lives through informed choices; giving people the space to talk openly without feeling judged, in a safe environment.

Integrity - we are sincere, open and genuine, treating everyone with dignity and respect and being supportive and nonjudgmental. Our development is needs lead rather than funding opportunities driven.

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Enabling change - through collaborative working, striving for excellence, raising awareness, and encouraging discussion, educating individuals and wider communities about DVA.

Ambitious and outward looking – we are a dynamic organisation striving for a better future, passionate about what we do, providing excellent quality services.

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Inclusive – we provide a service to a wide and diverse community where multiple disadvantages exist.

A word from the chair

As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense pride about the progress we have made in supporting survivors of domestic abuse. Our commitment to providing essential services to those in need remains unwavering. This report highlights our major achievements, acknowledges the dedication of our valued staff, trustees and volunteers, and outlines our continued efforts to operate vital helplines and services.

We look forward to continuing to work in partnership with other organisations with similar aims to ours to support survivors of domestic abuse and raise awareness. This includes third sector voluntary organisations, women’s organisations, statutory authorities, police, schools, health, community groups and the private sector.

With the staff team, volunteers and trustees firmly committed to Independent Choices Greater Manchester, we are confident that our future will be a positive one. We will continue to provide expert support for survivors of domestic abuse and increase public and professional education and understanding of the issues of domestic abuse.

Sarah Bevan Chair of Independent Choices Greater Manchester

A ear of success y

1. Welcoming New Trustees, Staff and

Volunteers

This year we were delighted to welcome new trustees, staff, and volunteers into our organisation. Their expertise, energy, and commitment have strengthened our team and enriched the support we are able to provide.

2. Expanded Reach

and Impact

We successfully provided support to a greater number of individuals affected by domestic abuse. Our comprehensive approach has ensured that more survivors have access to the help they need.

4. Strengthening our Volunteer Programme

We worked very hard on our volunteer programme this year, making many improvements for the benefit of helpline volunteers. Their passion and dedication continue to be central to our work, with volunteers completing an outstanding 207 shifts across the year. We are grateful for their invaluable contribution.

3. Work with the

Eritrean Community

5. Relocation

We completed an important Honour Based Abuse programme with the Eritrean community through our wonderful partners at Rainbow Haven, offering tailored support and culturally informed workshops. These sessions have played a vital role in helping survivors recognise abuse, seek support, and build stronger networks.

We relocated to new premises this year, ensuring our team has a safe and supportive environment in which to continue delivering our vital services.

A year of success

6. Recruitment of a dedicated End the Fear Worker

We recruited a dedicated End the Fear (ETF) worker, whose knowledge and focused work on the website and newsletter have greatly enhanced the accessibility, usability, and reach of this vital online resource.

7. Healthy Relationship Workshops and training sessions

We delivered a series of healthy relationship workshops and training sessions across the community, designed to support both individuals and groups in developing a stronger understanding of what makes relationships safe and respectful. These sessions aimed to raise awareness of healthy and unhealthy relationship dynamics, challenge harmful attitudes and behaviours, and encourage open discussions about respect, equality, and consent.

Our workshops were tailored to different audiences, including young people, community groups, and professionals, ensuring that the content was accessible, relevant, and impactful. By providing practical tools and fostering positive conversations, we empowered participants to recognise the signs of unhealthy relationships, seek support where needed, and play an active role in promoting a culture of safety and respect within their communities.

Some of the groups that received these trainings included: NHS mental health teams, College and university students, mother and baby groups and health visitors.

A year on the helpline in numbers

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4395 contacts supported

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1083 survivors living with friends and family

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420 survivors had No Recourse to Public funds

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3236 Refuge survivors had 3661
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500 survivors needed translators

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Our continued operations

1. Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline

Our Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline continues to be a vital lifeline for survivors across the region. Over the past year, we have provided critical support to more than 4,390 individuals, offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for anyone experiencing domestic abuse or concerned about someone they know. Our dedicated helpline team offers expert advice, emotional support, and safety planning, tailored to each individual’s circumstances.

This includes guidance on accessing emergency services, refuge accommodation, legal advice, and practical steps to enhance personal safety. We also provide ongoing support for survivors who face complex barriers, including language differences, disabilities, immigration status, and financial constraints, ensuring that help is accessible to all.

The helpline has become increasingly crucial as demand grows, responding to high volumes of calls, emails, and voicemails while maintaining the quality of service and ensuring that every survivor is heard and supported. In addition to immediate crisis support, our team helps survivors navigate longer-term solutions, including signposting to specialist services, support groups, and community resources.

Through consistent monitoring, staff training, and reflective practice, we continue to improve the responsiveness and effectiveness of the service. The helpline also acts as a bridge to other programs, such as our safety planning workshops and refuge search services, ensuring survivors receive holistic support that meets their unique needs.

Our helpline remains a cornerstone of our work in Greater Manchester, providing lifesaving support, empowerment, and hope to thousands of survivors and their families each year.

2. COMMUNITY HELPLINE LANGUAGE SERVICE

Recognising the diverse needs of our community, our Community Helpline Language Service has offered multilingual support to non-English speakers. This service has been crucial in breaking down language barriers and ensuring that everyone has access to services, alongside supporting survivors with specialist knowledge around Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage

3. ADMINISTRATION FOR END THE FEAR WEBSITE

We have continued to manage and update the End the Fear website, providing up-to-date information, resources, and support options for survivors of domestic abuse, professionals, friends and family seeking information and assistance. The website covers the whole of Greater Manchester.

End the fear

4. LEGAL LINE SERVICE

This year, our Legal Line service has continued to be a vital resource for survivors of domestic abuse, offering a free 25-minute consultation with a qualified solicitor. This service provides survivors with expert legal advice, helping them navigate complex legal issues and understand their options in the wake of abuse. The service is delivered in partnership with the University of Law.

5. NO RECOURSE TO

PUBLIC FUNDS PROJECTS

We are proud to have worked on two joint contracts with Safety 4 Sisters and the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit (GMIAU). These partnerships have been instrumental in supporting women who have no recourse to public funds (NRPF), a group that faces some of the most significant challenges in accessing support and safety.

While one of our contracts with Manchester City Council and Safety 4 Sisters came to an end this year — a moment of sadness for us — we are deeply grateful for the hard work, collaboration and dedication shown throughout. The legacy of this work will continue to shape how we support survivors with NRPF in the future.

“Really appreciate what you have said to me. I can understand my situation clearly now. Just what I needed to hear. Just talking to someone has been really helpful, and the advice you have given makes me feel I do have options to look into.” Survivor

Honour-Based Violence (HBV) and Abuse Workshops

We designed and delivered a series of HonourBased Violence (HBV) and Abuse workshops to a women and baby group at Rainbow Haven

The four-session programme used in-house interpreters translating into three languages and was tailored for the Eritrean community and women from other minority backgrounds to ensure inclusivity.

The workshops were carefully co-designed by our team, drawing on evidence-based best practice, feedback from previous sessions, and insights from Rainbow Haven staff. We tailored the content to the specific cultural and linguistic needs of the participants, ensuring inclusivity for the Eritrean community and women from other minority backgrounds. In-house interpreters were embedded into the programme, providing translation into Amharic and Tigrinya, and interactive methods such as group discussions, scenario-based exercises, and reflective activities were used to encourage participation and engagement.

Goals

Healthy relationships and recognising abuse – helping participants identify controlling or harmful behaviours and understand the foundations of respectful partnerships.
Family, community, and government control; consent and cultural barriers – exploring the pressures women may face and strategies for navigating these while maintaining safety and autonomy.
Myths about domestic abuse, boundaries, and affirmations – challenging misconceptions, building confidence, and reinforcing participants’ rights and self-worth.
Barriers to support, available services, and community engagement – providing information on local services and encouraging participants to contribute ideas for a community awareness flyer to educate others.

Learning

There were a few challenges like having the crèche in the same room, which sometimes caused distractions, however the women remained engaged and participative. All four sessions have now been completed successfully. At the end of the final session, participants shared ideas for a publicity flyer, which we are currently reviewing with Rainbow Haven and will be publishing.

Conclusion

The workshops not only enhanced participants’ understanding of HBV and abuse but also enhanced empowerment, and confidence, enabling women to access support services safely and consider how they might raise awareness within their own communities.

“The way you were able to approach the subject of Domestic Abuse in such a culturally sensitive way was so reassuring. Creating opportunities for discussion, picking apart why women from certain communities may perceive what constitutes abuse and coercive behaviour very differently from what is deemed as abuse here in the UK.

It was very apparent that you were there also to learn and that your own views and understanding weren't fixed; this I feel, enabled honest conversations about topics such as sexual assault within relationships that possibly have never been discussed or even considered prior to these sessions.

The ways in which you were able to deliver sensitive information, sometimes about challenging institutions, eg church and family, were offered with empowerment in mind. Working in first language was integral to getting messages across and acknowledging the deepseated fear of not wanting to jeopardise one's immigration status. Explaining how immigration status is sometimes weaponised by abusers was a real light bulb moment for many of the attendees.

My observations were that the women who attended, mainly from Eritrean and Ethiopian communities, left the sessions with a feeling of strength and encouragement and would have felt equipped to share their learning with other women. I am optimistic that these messages will permeate throughout the communities; however, it feel this is only the first step in a process that requires ongoing work.

Feedback From Rainbow Haven

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We are very much looking forward to a continuing partnership with Independent Choices, delivering this important information with a culturally sensitive approach, meeting women where they are at in terms of their own understanding of Domestic Abuse, explaining legal responses and sharing support networks is key to the awareness raising within established as well as emerging refugee communities across the city”.

Volunteer Strategy

This year, we have continued to strengthen our volunteer strategy, reflecting significant progress in recruitment, training, and volunteer support. Our dedicated team and volunteers have helped us expand capacity, refine our systems, and embed a reflective, agile approach to how we work. While trustee recruitment and attracting older helpline volunteers remain priorities, our focus on building a diverse, well-supported volunteer team remains central to our vision.

Our priorities

1. Increase the number and diversity of volunteers

We currently have 12 helpline volunteers, six of whom take calls independently, with several others progressing through training. Our volunteers represent a range of ethnicities, nationalities, and professional backgrounds, enriching the service we provide.

Our Board comprises of six trustees. We welcomed one new member this year but also saw two resignations. Diversity has changed with a wider range of ages. Succession planning continues to be a key development area.

We launched a successful recruitment drive, receiving 81 applications and training 35 new volunteers. A refined onboarding process now allows new volunteers to complete part of their induction at home, improving efficiency and retention. Volunteer feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’ve seen a reduction in drop-outs after the first session. Our recruitment page attracted over 1,700 visits, though further analysis is needed to understand why some visitors don’t complete applications. Indeed remains our most successful recruitment platform. While we received applications from volunteers with multiple language skills, retention among multilingual candidates remains a challenge, and we plan to review screening and training to better support diverse applicants.

Our priorities

02. Create a positive volunteer experience

Reflections & Learning

This year has highlighted the enthusiasm, adaptability, and dedication of our volunteers. We’ve learned how flexible recruitment, clear communication, and strong support systems help people thrive in their roles. One important point to highlight is that having volunteers significantly enhances the service we provide to callers. Volunteers bring a wide range of personal, educational, and professional experience, which broadens the knowledge and expertise within our team. This, in turn, supports staff to deliver more informed and effective responses to those seeking help. For example, a volunteer with a background in social work can strengthen our understanding and approach to safeguarding, ultimately improving outcomes for callers. Our evolving understanding of volunteer motivations allows us to tailor opportunities that balance personal growth with survivorfocused support.

We’re proud of our inclusive approach, particularly in supporting volunteers with lived experience of abuse, ensuring they feel safe and valued. Going forward, we’ll continue building on these strengths — deepening engagement, diversifying recruitment, and celebrating the remarkable contribution our volunteers make every day.

We improved communication, feedback, and training systems so volunteers feel supported and confident. Feedback forms now help us continuously refine the experience, and three volunteers have progressed to assist with community and training activities.

03. Strengthen volunteer systems and resources

After reviewing external platforms, we enhanced our own internal systems — including a volunteer tracker, training sheets, and a centralised communication hub — ensuring efficiency without extra cost.

04.

Set an ambitious future direction Our next step is to develop a new volunteer strategy that builds on learning from this period. We aim to continue fostering volunteer voice, using feedback to refine our approach and explore new areas where volunteers can contribute.

"I started volunteering at Independent Choices because I wanted to make a difference and support people in need. It’s been such a rewarding experience, I have gained so much knowledge about domestic abuse and knowing I can help someone through a crisis situation has given me the confidence to handle any challenges in my life too!" Volunteer quote oy

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We thank you for your ongoing support of the vital work that we do

Independent Choices Greater Manchester The Wesley Centre, Royce road, Manchester, M15 5BP 0800 254 0909

www.domesticabusehelpline.co.uk helpline@independentchoices .org.uk

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Registered Charity No. 1158313 Company Registration No. 08911475

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER INDEX PA NUMBER CONTENTS TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES BALANCE SHEET io STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 March 2025 The trustees present their annual directors, report and financial statements of the charity for the 5t year ended 31 March 2025 which are also prepared to meet the requirements for a director5, report and accounts for Companies Act purposes. The financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FR5 1021 issued on I" January 2019. Objectives and artivitie5 The purposes of the charity are to: Provide support for victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse for people aged 16 or over and their families, throughout the United Kingdom. Also to advance public and professional education and understanding of the issues of domestic violence/abuse throughout the UK. The charlty furthers its charitable purposes for the public benefit. We strive to ensure that when survivors contart us they receive support from well-trained and knowledgeable advisors, who have undertaken a full and comprehensive training programme. We offer professional training to any organisation that wants to improve their knowledge and service offer around domestic abuse. A review of achievements and performance Chair's Welcorne / Trustee Report As we reflect on the past year, we are filled wlth imrnen5e pride about the progress we have made in supporting survivors of domestic abuse. Our commitment to providing essential services to those in need remains unwavering. This report highlights our major achievements, acknowledges the dedication of our valued staff, trustees and volunteers, and outlines our continued efforts to operate vital helplines and services. Major Achievernents l. Welcoming New Trustees, Staff and Volunteers This year we were delighted to welcome new trustees, Staff, and volunteers into our organisation. Their expertise, energy, and commitment have strengthened our team and enriched the 5UPPOrt we are able to provide. 2. Expanded Reach and Impact We successfully provided support to a Ereater number of individuals affected by domestic abuse. Our comprehensive approach has ensured that more survivors have access to the help they need. 3. Work with the Eritrean Community We completed an important Honour Based Abuse programme with the Eritrean community through our wonderful partners at Rainbow Haven. offering tailored support and culturally informed

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER workshops. These sessions have played a vital role in helping survivors recognise abuse, seek support, and build stronger networks. 4. Healthy Relationship Workshops and training sessions We delivered a Series of healthy relationship workshops and training sessions across the community, designed to support both individuals and groups in developing a stronger understanding of what makes relationships safe and respectful. These sessions aimed to raise awareness of healthy and unhealthy relationship dynamics, challenge harmful attitudes and behaviours, and encourage open discussions about respect, equality, and consent. Our workshops were tailored to different audiences, including young people, community groups. and professionals, ensuring that the content was accessible, relevant, and impactful. By providing practical tools and fostering positive conversations, we empowered participants to recognise the signs of unhealthy relationships, seek support where needed, and play an active role in promoting a culture of safety and respect within their communities. Some of the groups that received these trainings included: NHS mental health teams, College and university students, mother and baby groups and health visitors. S. Strengthening our Volunteer Programme We worked very hard on our volunteer proEramme this year, making many improvements for the benefit of helpline volunteers. Their passion and dedication continue to be central to our work, with volunteers completing an outstanding 207 shifts acr0$5 the year. We are grateful for their invaluable contribution. 6. Relocation We relocated to new premises this year, ensuring our team has a safe, accessible, and supportive environment in which to continue delivering our vital services. 7. Recruitment of a dedicated End the Fear Worker We recruited a dedicated End the Fear (ETFI worker, whose knowledge and focused work on the website and newsletter have greatly enhanced the accessibility, usability, and reach of this vital online resource. Continued Operations l. Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline Our Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline continues to be a lifeline for those in need. We have provided critical support to over 4,390 individuals, ensuring they have a safe and confidential space to seek help. Our dedicated helpline team continues to provide expert advice, emotional support, and safety planning. 2. Community Helpline Language Service Recognising the diverse needs of our community. our Community Helpline Language Service has offered multilingual support to non-English speakers. This service has been crucial in breaking down language barriers and ensuring that everyone has access to services. alongside supporting Survivors with specialist knowledge around Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER 3. Administration for End the Fear Website We have continued to manage and update the End the Fear website, providing up-to-date information, resources, and support options for Survivors of domestic abuse, professionals, friends and family seeking information and assistance. The website covers the whole of Greater Manchester. 4, Legal Line Service: Free Legal Consultations for Survivors This year, our Legal Line service has continued to be a vital resource for survivors of domestic abuse, offering a free 25-minute consultation with a qualified solicitor. Th is service provides survivors with expert legal advice, helping them navigate complex legal issues and understand their options in the wake of abuse. The service is delivered in partnership with the University of Law. 5. No Recourse to Public Funds Projects We are proud to have worked on two joint contracts with Safety 4 Sisters and the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit {GMIAUI. These partnerships have been instrumental in supporting women who have no recourse to public funds (NRPFI, a group that faces some of the most significant challenges in accessing support and safety. While one of our contracts with Manchester City Council and Safety 4 Sisters came to an end this year a moment of sadness for us - we are deeply grateful for the hard work, collaboration and dedication shown throughout. The legacy of thss work will continue to shape how we support survivors with NRPF in the future. Acknowledgments We would like to thank Manchester City Council and Greater Manchester Combined Authority for their continued support and funding. We would like to thank all of our wonderful supporters who have supported our with donations. We also extend our thanks to our team of staff, trustees and volunteers. whose dedication and hard work have made a significant impact on our organisation and the lives of those we support. Your contributions are invaluable, and we are deeply grateful for your continued commitment. Financlal review Income decreased from £238,455 in 2024 to £224,387 in 2025. Expenditure decreased from £238,996 in 2024 to £235,211 in 2025. The organisation made a deficit in 2025 of £10,824 compared to £541 in 2024. Total reserves at the year-end were £240,093 of which £152.066 were unrestricted and £88,027 restricted. Investment powers and policy The charity places surplus funds in two interest bearing savings accounts. Reserve5 policy and going concern st The balance held in reserves at 31 March 2025 was £152,066 of which all are free reserves. The trustees have set a reserves policy which requires: The Board of Trustee5 has established a poliry to ensure that there are sufficient funds kept in reserve to enable the charity to continue to operate for 6 months if funding was significantly reduced.

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER Risk management Where appropriate, systems or procedures have been established to mitigate the risks the charity faces. Procedures are in place to ensure compliance with health and safety of staff, volunteers and visitors, Plans for Future Periods We look forward to continuing to work in partnership wtth other organisations with similar aims to ours to support survivors of domestic abuse and raise awareness. This includes third sector voluntary organisations, women's organisations. statutory authorities, police, schools, health, community groups and the private sector. With the staff team. volunteers and trustees firmly committed to Independent Choices Greater Manchester, we are confident that our future will be a positive one. We will continue to provide expert SUPPOrt for survivors of domestic abuse and increase public and professional education and understanding of the issue5 of domestic abuse. Structure• governance and management Independent Choices Greater Manchester is a company limited by guarantee governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 25/0212014. It is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission and 15 constituted under a trust deed dated 21" August 2014. Appointment of trustees As set out in the Articles of Association trustees are elected annually by the rnembers of the charitable cornpany attending the Annual General meeting and serve for a period of one year with one third re-elected annually. Trustees are recruited through different avenues. Trustee induction and training Most trustees are already familiar with the work of the charity as a result of longstanding connection with the organisation. Additionally, new trustees are invited and encouraged to attend the meetings and activities of the service to familiarise themselves with the work of the charity and the context within which it operates. Organisation The Organisation has a Board of Directors. There must be a minimum of three directors. There is no maximum number. The Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction of the organisation. A scheme of delegation is in place and day to day responsibility for the provision of services rest with the Senior management team. Related partie5 and co-operation with other organisations None of our trustees receive remuneration or other benefit from their work with the charity. Any connection between a trustee or senior manager with any service providers must be disc105ed to the full board of trustees in the 5arne way as any other contractual relationship with a related party.

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER Reference and administrative information Company and Charity Name: Independent Choices Greater Manchester Charity Number: 1158313 Company Registration Number: 08911475 Directors and trustees The directors of the charit3ble company (the charity) are its trustees for the purpose of charity law. The trustees and officers serving during the year and since the year end were as follows: Key management personnel: Trustees and Directors Directors and Trustees: Sarah Bevan Lynda Shentall Daisy Smith Debbie Thackray Hayley Brewer Philippa Iwnicki Rachel Ganderson Sally Devine Emma Moseley Samantha Goffin Chair Treasurer Company Secretary (resigned September 2024} (appointed August 2025) (appointed December 20241 (appointed September 2025) Senior managers Hayley Brewer Registered Office Unit l The Wesley Centre Royce Road Manchester M15 5BP Independent Examiners Hilton-Jones t/a Community Accountancy Service Hollinwood Business Centre Albert Street Oldham OL8 3QL Bankers Unity Bank PO Box 7193, Planetary Road, Willenhall, WVI 9DG

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER Shawbrook Bank Lutea House Warley Hill Business Park The Drive Great Warley Brentwood CM13 3BE Trustees. responsibilities in relation to the financial statements The charity trustees (who are also the directors of Independent Choice5 Greater Manchester for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Company law requires the charity trustees to prepare financial statements for each year which give true and fair view of the situation of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that period. In preparing the financial statement5, the trustees are required to-. Select suitable accounting principles and then apply them consistently; Observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charities SORP; Make judgments and estlmates that are reasonable and prudent,. State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures that must be disclosed and explained in the financial statements: Prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is appropriate to presume that the charity will not continue in business. The trustees are responsible for keepin8 proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. By order f the board of trustees Sarah Bevan Chair th Date: 18 November 2025

Independent examAner's report to the trustees of INDEPENDEWI CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER st I report on the accounts of the company for the year ended 31 March 2025, which are set out on pa(yes 8 to 19. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The trustees (who are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 201 l Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity is required by company law to prepare accrued accounts and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to: examine the account5 under section 145 of the ?0 I l Act ' to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Conimission under section 145(b) of the 201 l Act" and to state whether particular matters haiie come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit 8J]d consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: (l ) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section ) 86 of the Companies Act 2006. to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006,. and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice- Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met. or (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be draN4m in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. James Hilton Jones Hilton Jones tla Community Accountancy Service Hollinwood Business Centre, Albert Street, Oldham OL8 3QL th Date: 18 November 2025

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACT1VITEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 PAARCH 2 Includin Income and Ex nditure Account rrrtal Funds Totsi Funds Year Ended 31 March Year Enfled 31 2025 March 2024 Unrestricte<l R•5tricted Funds Funds FurtherDÈtaits Income from-. Donations and legaci¢$ Charitable Activities Other Trading ActiMtie$ 8arik Interest Total {3) 14) 151 1.049 1,400 339 4,909 7,697 1.049 218.090 339 4.909 224,387 8,331 227.098 300 4,728 238,455 216.690 216,690 EXndItUre on". Raisin9 Funds Charitable A¢bwti8S Total 16) 18) 541 7.533 8,074 117,521 09,616 227,li7 118.062 117.149 235,211 112,260 126,736 238,996 N•t incomejlexpenditurel 13771 110,4471 110,8241 IS411 Transfèrs betsveen fvnds Net movèment in fund¥ 13771 110,4471 110.8241 15411 Rècgnciliation of funds Total fund$ brought fowrd Total funds urrfed lornyard 11SI {151 IS2,443 152,066 98,474 88.027 250,917 240.093 251.458 250,917 The $tst¢rn¢nt of flnanual actmbes in¢ludes all gains and losses recfjgnised in the year. 1 incom& and expendrture deriv• fr¢m corrtinuing aetivib'es. The not on pag88 1110 19 form pan ofthese 8co)unts.

INDEPENDEiift>tOICES GREATER MANCHWER BALAN E SHEEf AS AT 31 PIARCH 2025 Company registsation nurnber 08911475 2025 2024 Notes Current assets.. Debtors Cash 8t B8nk & in H8n¢J Total curyenl assets 7,730 239.713 247.443 17,527 241.581 259, 108 Ltabilitles: Creditors.. Amount5 f8lltng dué thin one >tar 1131 7.350 8.191 Ngt Cunt assets or liabiknties 240.093 2SO,917 Total ass•ts la current liabililes 240.093 25Q.917 Crn¢Jitors'. Amounts falling due aft¢r rrwe than on* ¥r Provisions for liabilities 1141 Total rtèt assets or liabilrties 240,093 250.917 The lunds of the charity: ResEritted income lund5 {1SI 88,027 98,474 Unrestricted income funds (151 152.066 152.443 Totsl charity fvnds 240.093 250,917 These accounts have been preparéd in accortlan¢e with the provlsions appllcable t companies svbjert to the small cornpanles, alme. For the period in Question the company was entitled to the exemption coftferd by section 477 ol the Companies Act 2006, and that notice has been deposited urtdtr sectiorn 476 in relation to its accounts lor the financial year,. and the dirertors acknowlèdge their responsibilr(ies for= . complylng with the requirements of the Companies Att 2ts)6 with respert to ac¢¢urttin8 records and the preparatson ol accounts. Approv•d by the trustees on 181h No¥ember 202$ Sarah 8¢van ClT The notes on pages 11 to 19 forn part of th•sè aeeounts.

INDEPENDENT CHOKES GREATER MANCHESTER 10 Slatement of Cash Floyts forthe year ending 31 Mareh 2025 Retoncilietton of net movement w) fijnds lo net tash low from operating activities Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 Marth 2025 2024 Net movement in fund5 dd back depreciation Deduct investment incorne Decreasgllincreasel in debtors Increaselldecreasel in creditors 110,824) 15411 14,9091 9,797 16411 14.7261 19.8081 1,513 Net cash used in opÈratlnKactNities 16.77n 113,$601 Ca$h flows from investment aVitIes. Interest Purchase of )Ixed as$¢ts 4.909 4.726 Net cash pro¥lded by investlng actlviti•s 4.909 4,726 Increa$èlldecreasel in ¢ash Ohd cash aquivalents during Ine ar 11.8681 18,8341 Cagh and ¢o$h equival•nts brtsught fomard 241.581 2SO,415 Cash and cash equivalents carrièd forward 239,713 241,581

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER 11 Notes to the accounts for the year •nded 31st March 2025 l. AOntIng policies lal Basis of preparation and as5essrnent of going Mncèm The accounts lfinènci31 statementsl have been prepared underthe historical cost converttion wr(h item5 recoRnised at cost ortr3nsaction value Unle otherwise stated in the relnt notes to these attounts. The financial staternents have been prepared in accordancè with rhe Statement of Recommended ttiCe.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparin8 their accounts in accordance wtth the Fina131 Reportin8 Standard applicable in the UK and flepubllc of Ireland IFRS 1021 issued on Istlanuary 2019 and the Financial Reportin8 Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Charr(ies Art 2011. The charity constitutes a public bel¥ef entity as defined by FRS 102. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as 3 80ingtoncem. Ibl Funds 8tructur• Restritted funds are funds which 3re to be used in accordance with speofic restrittitsns imposed by the donor or trust deed. There arè 16 restritted funds. Unrestrlcted in¢ome funds comprise those funds whith the trustees are free to vse for any purp95e in furtherance of the charitable objetts. Unrestricted funds include de518nated funds where the trustees, at their discretion, have created a fund for a specific purpose. Further detsils ot each fund are disclosed in note 17. Ic) Incornq r•cognition All Income is rÈcoÈnised ence the charity has tntltlemènt to the Income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured feliablv. Donatitsns are recognised when the charity has been notified in writin8 of both Ehe amount and settlement date. In the event that a donation 15 subjertto cond(tions that quire 3 level ol performance before the charity is entitled to the funds, thè income is deferred and not re¢o8niseil vt)til either thp5e conditions are fusty met. or the fulfilment of those conditions Is wholly wlthln the control of thè ¢harity aThJ it is probable that those conditions will be fulfilled in the reportin8 period. Interest on funds hèld on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charlty- this is normally upon notification ol the interest paid or payable by the banL Dividendsare re¢o8fti$ed once the dividend has been declared and ngtification has been received of the dividend due. Idl Exp•ndltuie Rècognitron Liabllities are recognised as expenditure as Soon as there is a legal or consyucrive obli8ation committin8 the chaity to that expenditure, it is probable that settlement will be requirtd and the amount of the obllgatiats can be measured reliably. All expenditure is accounte(I for on an a¢¢rn31s basi& All expenses ineluding support costs and governance costs 3 allocated or apportioned to the applicablt expenditure headln8s. For more information onthis attiibution refer to noEe Ifl below. (el Irrecoverable VAT Irrecoverable VAT is char8ed a8ainst the expenditure headin8 for whith it was inwrrÈd. lfj Allc*atkon of support and governance sts Support Costs have been allocatc<S between governance costs and other support costs. Governance costs comprise all costs involvln8 the public accountability of the charity and its compliantè with regulation and 8oo¢J prartice. Thèse tt7sts include costs rÈlated to independent examinatson ad legal fees tO8etherwith an aPPOrrionment Of overhead and support COSt5. Gowemance costs and support costs relatin8 to chaiitablè activities havè been apporboned based on type of expense. The alloc3tion of suppert and 8ovemance costs is anatysed in note 8. lg) Costs of raislng funds The costs of raisin8 funds consists of project partner costs, publicity and website c05t& Ihl Charitablè Artwities Costs of tharitable activities include gi)vemance costs and On apportionment of support wsts as Shown in note 7.

INDEPENDEKf CHOICES GREATER MANCHEStER 12 Note5 to the accounts for the yèar ended 31rt March 2025 li} Tangible fkxed assets and deprectatio All assets c¢stin8 more tn £500 are capitèlised and valued at histo¢¥1 cost. til Realised gains and1055es All gains and1055e5 are (aken to the Ststement pf Frnanci31 ActNlties as they arise. Realised Bain5 and losses ori investments are calculated as the diffeience betsveen sales prOedS and their openins CHrryin8 value or their purchase value If a¢quired subsequent to the first dby of the financial year. Unrealised gains and losses are calculated as the difference between the fairvalue at the year end and theirvaryin8 value. Realised and unrealised investment 88ins and losses are combined in the Statement tyf Financial AttNit(es. Ikl Pènslons The trustees opeTrte an a¥to enrolment pènsion scheme. The charity ha5 no liability beyond maklng its contribution5 and payin8 across the deducrion5 for the employèe's contribution& 111 Debtors Trade and other dtbtors are recogni5ed at the settlement amount duè after arny trdde discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid. lrnl Creditors and provlslons Creditors and provisions are reco8nised wherè the charity has a present obliKation resultin8 from a past event that wlll probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obli8ation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are nomally reeo8nlsed at iheirsettlement arnount after allowing fof any trnde d15COUlIts tjue. 2. Rèlated party trans3Ctlons and trustees. expew and remuneratlon The trustee5 all 6lve freely thèir time and expertise without any form of remuneTrtion or other benefit In rash or kln 12024.. £nill. Expenses paid to the trustees tn the year totalled £nil12024.. £nill. The daughter of a trustee wès trnployed 4urin8 the year. Thè trustee was not involved in the recrulErnent pr¢cess. 3. D?n•tlons and Legae149 UDr•stricted R•#tricted Tot*1 Futsds Tothi Funds Year Ended Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 31 March 202S 2025 2024 Yèar Ended 31 March 202S Donatitsn$ 8n¢ Leg8Ca$¥ 1,049 1,049 1.049 1,049 6,321 6,331 Previous reporting period Unrgstri¢¢ed Restricted Totsl Fund$ Year Ended Yèar Ended 31 March 31 March 20Z4 2024 Y¢•r Ended 31 March 2024 Donations and L4¢5 6,331 6.331 6.331 6,331

INDEPEI4DEKf CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER 13 Notés to thèacrounts foi the year ended 31st March 2025 4. In¢ome from charitable activities Unrestrteted Restrictetl Totsl Funds Total Funds Year Ended Year Ended Year Ended 31 Mar¢h 31 Mareh 31 March 202$ 2025 2024 Year Ended 31 March 2025 Student Placement Fees Restricted grants.. Manchester Crty Counc41- Helpline Manchestèr Crty Counal- ISNS Manchest8r City Council - FMIHBV Manchester City Coune41 Bury MBC Oldharn MBC Rochdale MBC Sallord MBC Trafford MBC Women's Aid Federation GMCA- NRPF GMCA- Helpline 1,400 1,400 408 52.690 37,500 11.000 500 52.690 37.500 11,000 500 52,690 50,000 11.000 soo 50D 500 soo 500 soo 500 2.500 82.th)0 30.000 216.690 soo 2.500 82.000 30,000 218,090 80.0¢0 30.000 227,098 Provious year Unrestrieted Restrl¢t•d Total Funds Yèar Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 Maich 2024 2024 Yew End•d 31 March 2024 Student Placernent Fee8 Restricted grants.. Manchè8ter City Councll. H¢lpline Manchster City Counol- ISNS Manchester Crty Counul- FMIH8V Manchester Cty Council Bury MBC Oldham M8C Rcthdole MBC Salford MBC Trafford M8C GMCA- NRPF GMCA- Hlpline 408 408 52,690 50.000 11.fy)0 soo soo soo 500 500 soo 80.000 30.000 226,690 52,eg0 so,000 11.000 soo soo 500 500 500 500 80.000 30,000 227,098

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHEsfER 14 Notes to the accountsforthè year ended 31st March 2025 S. Income frorn other tradang activibes Unrostricted Restricted Total Funds Total Funds Year Ended Yeai Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 31 March 2025 2025 2024 Year Ended 31 March 2025 TrainlndDther Income 339 339 339 339 300 300 Prèviou5 year Unrestriethd Restsictsd Total Funds Year Ended Year Ende 31 Mareh 31 March 2024 2024 Year Ended 31 March 2024 Trninin8 Income 300 31x1 300 300 6. Expenditure Year Ende+J Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2025 2024 Activities expenditurè tsn raSsin8 funds: Project Partners Publicity Website 117.491 312 2Sg 118.062 117.491 312 2S9 118.062 112,063 36 161 112,260 Expend51ure on eh3rilabl• aetivtties: Employrnent Costs Training DBS Fees Staff Wglfare Bad Debt$ Volunteer Expenses Grants Pald Actiwtiès Travel Expenses Interpreting Costs Sundry Costs Minor Equipment Rèpairs and Maintenance Refreshments Removgl Costs Subscriptions IT Costs Recruitment Telephone & Intemet Rent and Rates Rwrn Hire 85.836 85,836 91.740 385 122 105 300 247 247 310 2,500 262 87 3.41S 17 310 2.500 262 87 3.415 17 364 47 2,067 13 75 170 283 283 640 724 1.8S3 107 387 7,978 266 1.855 116 2,381 7,271 270 724 1.853 107 387 7,978 717 2.228 542 17,802 1.8S5 116 2,361 7,271 270 Bank Charges InraNCe G0veMan Costs Post. Printing & Ststs'onery Depreci3tion 129 2,322 7.471 54 117.149 235,211 117.149 235,211 126,736 238,998 Tot31 Expenditure Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 8.074 227.137 235.211 98,847 140.149 238,996

INDEPENDE1 CHOI$ GREAIER PUNC14ESTER 15 Notes to the accounts lorthè year eThYed 31st March 2025 8. Allocation of governance and support corts The breakdown of support costs and how those were allocated between governance and otlr support costs is shown below: Gen•ral Support Governance 1.020 Totsl 2025 Basis of apportionment 1,020 typè ofexpense 1,248 type ofeyn5e 3,935 type ofexpense 1.068 type ofexpense 7.271 Accountancy Fees Book-keeping HR Service5 Payroll Bureau Charges 1,248 3,935 1.066 6,251 1,020 Previous reporting period Gèneral Support Governance 990 Total 2024 Basi£ of apportionrnent 990 ofexpen$e 1.400 type of expense 3.925 type of expense 1, 156 type ofey¥ense 7.471 Accourntsncy Fees Book-ke8ping HRSeN Payroll Bureau Charges 1.400 3.925 1.156 6,481 9. Analysis Of staff costs Yar End•d YeaT Ended 31 March 31 March 202$ 2024 W89es and $818ries Redundancy Soryal Security Costs Pengion Cos¢s 81,971 88,103 3.865 8S.836 3.837 91,740 Ch$rilable actiwti•$ Support ts 85.836 91,740 85,836 91.740 The average number ot employe¥s during the year wa5 7 Iwewous year. 91. The Charrty consid?r3 its Key management p&rsonrJel cornprises the trvste•s and sènior m8n8gèr. The tothl ernployment benefits, Including employer pension contrfibutions of the key management personnel We £39.370 Iprewou$ ¥r.. £39,370). No èmployw h89 benefits in ¢x¢es8 of£60,000 {pr8wous year. n¢x*l. 10. 1nd•Adént Examln•r Fees Y•ar Ended Year Ended 31 Mareh 31 March 2025 2024 Indèpendent examination fees Book-keeping 1.020 1.248 2.268 990 1,40Q 2.390

INDEPENDE CHOICF5 GREATÉR MANCHE5fER 16 Notes to the ac£ounts for the year ended 31st March 2025 11. Analysis of debtors 2025 2024 Debtor5 Prepayments 7,090 16,890 637 17.527 7,730 Dèbtors and prepayments related to unrÈstritted funds ES.230 and stritted hjnds £2.50012024= £6371£16.8901. 12. Créditors: arnounts fallrng due WTthSn onè year 2025 2024 c1¢Or5 Short-term ¢ornpensated 8bsetKtr8 (holiday payl Other ¢reditors and atcruals Dtrferr ino)m• 5,980 6.253 813 1,12S 1,370 7.350 8.191 13. Delerred ineomt Deferred Income rnpriSeS grants r8¢wved in advance for the next finan¢>81 y Balance 8s at 1 April 2024 Amount released io incorne oumed from tharitable a¢M Amount deferred in year Balan at 31 Marth 2025 14. Cre(lrf<or¥'. amounts falling dtsè after morE than on* year 2025 2024 Provlsion$ f¢r li8bilitles

INDEPENDENT CHOICLS GREATER MANCHESTER iy Notes Iv the accounts lor theyearended 31ts1 March 2025 15. Analysis otehadtablè funds Analys1$ of movarnents in unrestrict•d funds Balance at 1 April 2024 Incomlng Resources ftÈ50urces Exwnded Yalanco at 31 Mgrch 2025 Transfers Gener81 Fund Oesignaied Fund$ 1S2,443 7.687 18,0741 135,9821 35.962 116,084 35,982 152,1)66 1S2.443 7.697 18.074 Prewous raporting p6rlJd Balance 8t 1 Aprll 2023 Intomlng Resoure8s Resource$ Expendtd Balanc* at 31 March 2024 Tfansfers Gen$ral Fund 239.S25 239.525 11.765 11,765 198,847 {98,847 152,443 152,443 Name of unr•slrlcted lund.. G8nèral Fund Design£led Funds De5crlptlory n•ture and purpo of the fund rhe.freo ioserv8s" aftec allowing for al dedgnaled funds fvlurÈ lund9n¢Y and d05ure cosls Afta]ysls ol mowmènt$ In restrl¢ted funds Balanct at 1 April 2024 lts¢omln9 R•sgur¢og Resoure•s Expended Balance 8131 Marth 2025 Translers Wornen's A5d Bursary Tr8Hord MBC Women's Aid Faderallon Sallord MBC Amold Cla GMCA- Helpline GMCA- NRPF Manchesier City Cauncil. Helpbn• MantJ)esteT City Coundl - ISNS MAnchesl¢rCily Council- FMIHBV anch¢sler City CouncS1- Forced M8rri89• M&tKhèsiEr City Coun>l- Undwspend M8nehasl¢r Clly Coundl aury MBC Oldham MBC RtxAdal¢ M8¢ 103 a127 1103) 19271 12.$001 {sooi 1169) {25,3771 {85.6531 (46,0831 150,1r21 17.6151 14,3401 11,2461 {1,000) 15001 {soo) 1500) 227,137 soo 2.SOO 500 169 14.667 13.584 44,408 14.202 2.826 4,340 1,24B 30.CQO 82.0fy) 52.690 37,SOO 11.0 19,290 9.931 51,01S 1.s80 6.211 soo 500 500 soo 98.474 216,690 88,027

INDEPENDENTCHOICE5 GREATER MANOIESTER 18 Note5 to the accounts forthe year erKled 31st Marth 2025 15. Analysis oleharitsblé fvnds Analysis Ctf movements in restricted funds Previous reportin6 period Balance at 1 April 2023 Ineoming Resources Resources Expende Balance al 31 Morch 2024 Transf?rs Wom•n5 8ursary rrafford MBC Sapford MBC Arnold CL4rk GMCA- Helpline GMCA. NRPF Manchester City Counal- Helpline Manchester Crty Ccunal- ISNS Manchestor City Council- FMIHBV Manthester City Counol- Forced Marriage Man¢hest•r City Countsl- Undersnd Manchestr Cty Ceunul Bury MBC Oldham M8C Rcrhdal• M8C 103 103 427 500 169 14,687 13,584 44.408 14,202 2,826 4,340 1.248 500 500 soo 500 98,474 soo 500 1731 $3S 458 1366) 11S.7911 166.4181 113.5311 135,7981 {8,1741 30.000 80.000 52.690 50.000 11,000 5,249 4.340 1.248 500 500 500 500 226,690 11,933 1140,1491 Namè of restri¢ted fund: Women's Aid Bursary Trafford M8C Salford MBC Arnold Clark GMCA. Helpline D•scription. rtUre and purpo$• of thè fvnd to support the uSefiJIn of wthin the organi5ation¥ lo maintain an¢J update Ihe End Ihe F8ar bsIte to m•'ntsin and update th• tho Fear website to support Volunteer expenen to dèliver a domestic abu he[ine frjrany of dtJme$li¢ •buse agéd 16 and xbove in the Grester M¢ttr a to deliver &m?wentry support for women %%ithout children experiening domesiie abuselwolence ar• subjecl io immigration wntrol in thè Greater K4anchester area to delivera domestic abuse helpline for any ¥'M of dom•stic Abijse aged le and abovè in the Gwatèr Manchesr8rea lo rleliver emergenty support lorwomen wthout children expenencing omestic obusélw¢)lenc• are $ubjtti to imrni9r4tion Mntrol in the Greater Man¢hesler ar•a to prowde inform¥tion and $upport Io ih05e maybt •ffocled by for(4J marriage lo pvovide infcmation and support to tho¥e mayb• èffècte(J by forc4d marria9es to deliverèmergency support forwomen wilhout child experiencing dometh abuselwolÈn(2 are subject to imMration control in the Great•r Mancheskr area to delisw an awareness tsainin9 event fc¢ domests"c 8buse during the 16 days of acbon to maintain and upd*e Ihe End the Fear Yrtbsiie to maintsin and upcjate the End the Fear websittr to mainlain and update the End the Fear websrtè GMCA. NRPF Manchester City Council- Helpline Manchester City Council- ISNS Manchéster City Council- FM/H8V Manchester City Council- Forced Marriage Manchester City Council- Underspend Manchester City Countil BuryMBC Oldharn MBC Rothdale MBC

INDEPENDENTCHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER 19 Notes to the a(¢ounts forthe yearettded 3tst Marth 2025 16. Analysts of net as89ts beeen fund5 Unr•striC1 Designated funds lunds Restr5eted fvnds Total 2025 Cash at bank and in h2nd Olh6r nel cur¢&nl asselsl{liabditlèsl Creditors of more than one year Total 113.6S9 2,42S 35.982 90.072 (2.0451 239,713 380 116.084 35.982 88.027 240.093 Prevlous rep¢rllng pèriod Unrestrictèd Designated funds lunds Réstricted lund$ Total 2024 CBsh at bank 8nd in hand Olh•r nèl eurrent osselsl(liabilils) CJe(Jltors olmore Ihan one y T¢)tal 144.oe7 8,376 97.514 960 241.581 9,336 152,443 98.474 250,917 17. Flnaneial Instrumenls Thè charily onty has financial assèts and liabiblies ol a nd Ihal qu¥lfyas bask financial irffjlfUrn$rt8. Basic fmnual ift8lruments are inltially reeogThs8d on a transacbon vahJe ?nd 5vbseouenty nasured at thetr$trillernenl value wllh th• exception ol bank loans which are subs6qu¢nlly rnea$ured al an amortis*d cost usin9 thé affectwe iTrleT851 melhod. 18. lease Commltrnent5 At 31 March 2025 ¢he charlty had futurè rnlnffium lease paymerts under non-cancellatye operatlon leases, as follows: 2025 2024 Not later than I year Later thèn I year. current annual cost 3,888 The tharlly rents an oflkÉ. The lèase Is on a rolllng basls ènd ngt for a Itxed perio<l of time.

INDEPENDENT CHOICES GREATER MANCHESTER FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Registered Charity No. 1158313 Company Registration No. 08911475

2025-03-31-accounts

Independent Choices Greater Manchester Annual Report 2024 2025

Our Mission

Our

a Values

A word from the chair

A ear of success y

1. Welcoming New Trustees, Staff and

Volunteers

2. Expanded Reach

and Impact

4. Strengthening our Volunteer Programme

3. Work with the

Eritrean Community

5. Relocation

A year of success

6. Recruitment of a dedicated End the Fear Worker

7. Healthy Relationship Workshops and training sessions

A year on the helpline in numbers

Our continued operations

1. Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline

2. COMMUNITY HELPLINE LANGUAGE SERVICE

3. ADMINISTRATION FOR END THE FEAR WEBSITE

End the fear

4. LEGAL LINE SERVICE

5. NO RECOURSE TO

PUBLIC FUNDS PROJECTS

Honour-Based Violence (HBV) and Abuse Workshops

Goals

Learning

Conclusion

Feedback From Rainbow Haven

Volunteer Strategy

Our priorities

1. Increase the number and diversity of volunteers

Our priorities

02.

Create a positive volunteer experience

Reflections & Learning

03.

Strengthen volunteer systems and resources

04.