Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 02/01/2022 - 01/01/2023
Charity name: Oxford Neurological Society
Charity registration number: 1165235
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | Promoting the knowledge of neurological sciences among the general public, providing a platform for research sharing and exchange for scientists and clinicians and campaigning for evidence-based approach in clinical medicine, research and public health policies |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
Despite facing challenges due to decreased activity post-pandemic and increased workloads for our members, our charity has continued to deliver significant public benefit. We've provided mentorship and guidance to students and early career researchers, championed their work, and facilitated knowledge sharing through our platform, all in support of our core goals of promoting neurological science awareness, fostering research collaboration, and advocating for evidence-based practices in medicine and public health policy. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | Yes |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements |
where relevant about: | |
| SORP reference | ||
| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | The Trustees have decided not to make any grants or pursue any fundraising at present. |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | N/A |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Our work was made possible in part by our dedicated volunteers who provided invaluable support to our members. They facilitated networking opportunities, offered advice on healthcare entrepreneurship, clinical careers, and international collaborations. Their contributions were instrumental in empowering our members and furthering our mission, especially during a period of increased workload. |
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| Other | N/A | |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | Our main achievement has been the continuing success of our mentorship programme, as evidenced by positive feedback from mentors and mentees. The programme connects students from underrepresented backgrounds with clinicians and scientists from different countries, fostering a more diverse and inclusive future for the field of neurology. Some mentees secured placements in residency programs, received healthcare entrepreneurship awards, and significantly improved their scientific projects. By supporting the next generation of scientists and clinicians, our activities contribute to a more knowledgeable and well-equipped workforce tackling neurological challenges. This, in turn, benefits society as a whole by leading to advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately, improved patient outcomes. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
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| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The trustees are satisfied with the current financial circumstances. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | The funds will not be spent or increased in the foreseeable future |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | All (£295) |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | N/A |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Appointed and elected |
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Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and Para 1.51
training of trustees
The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider Para 1.51
network with which the
charity works
Relationship with any related Para 1.51
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Reference and Administrative details
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Dr Max Brzezicki | President | |||
| Dr Przemyslaw Zakowicz |
Prefect | |||
| Dr Lauren Celentano |
Secretary general | |||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity
Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects
Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Przemyslaw Zakowicz Full name(s) Dr Przemyslaw Zakowicz Position (eg Secretary, Prefect Chair, etc) Date 10/04/2024
Received for submission by Dr Max Brzezicki (President) on 10/04/24
Accounts not included due to no financial changes, no income, no expenditure in the current year.