Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01 June 2024 To 31 May 2025
Charity name: Binti International
Charity registration number: 1167060
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | To create a world where all women have menstrual dignity We are committed to ensuring that women have adequate access to menstrual products and education. Our campaigns encourage open and honest conversations about periods, helping to eliminate stigma and shame so that women do not experience health issues as a result of their menstrual cycle. We also work with international communities to address the lack of basic amenities and actively campaign for policy change that supports menstrual dignity. In addition, Binti collaborates with organisations to implement period dignity in the workplace, working closely with HR and Facilities teams to create meaningful and lasting change. |
| 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 |
Binti’s Impact Binti has carried out a wide range of impactful initiatives, supporting communities in the UK, The Gambia, the US and India. We use social media to reach audiences beyond those nations. Period Dignity in The Gambia ● Continued our relationship with the High Commissioner to the UK from The Gambia, including participation in events where we discussed our work with the Gambian community in the UK. This included the Summer Fair, where our Ambassador Hussain Dada performed. We also supported the Foreign Minister’s campaign to become Secretary General for the Commonwealth, which helped establish new partnerships. ● Participated in BBC’s_Focus on_ Africa, where our Ambassador highlighted the importance of menstrual education in The Gambia. ● Delivered menstrual health workshops for children and community members. ● Completed the second phase of menstrual education, expanding topics to include FGM, menopause, polygamy, and “Good Touch, Bad Touch.” ● Our Ambassador Hussain Dada promoted menstrual dignity to a large audience via big screens at his concert — the first initiative of its kind. ● Recognised with an award for the positive empowerment of women and girls during The Gambia’s 60th Independence celebrations. ● Period Dignity India ● Delivered menstrual education to a school in Lakhsee, Punjab. |
● Interviewed students to participate in video blogs, sharing their personal experiences and stories around menstruation. ● Visited a nurses’ college to create video content and research how gynaecological and menstrual education is delivered within the curriculum. Period Dignity London
● Participated in community events, including a fair in Weybridge, where we distributed free period products as part of our campaign with Surrey County Council, and raised funds through donated clothing sales. ● Expanded our campaign by partnering with additional retailers, including a dentist in Woking and Tesco in Weybridge, and onboarding Punjab Restaurant in Covent Garden as the first restaurant participant. ● Contributed to a podcast discussing the importance of including men in conversations about menstruation, reaching a wide audience within the Asian community. ● Continued partnerships as a selected charity for AFSA and APNA, hosting stands at conferences to raise funds and integrate menstrual awareness within the Fire Service and NHS nationally. ● Produced a film with Nottingham Fire and Rescue to highlight the importance of menstrual dignity in the workplace. ● Delivered period products to Thomson Reuters as their charity partner, supporting dignity at work initiatives across their international organisation. ● Invited to judge the BBC Surrey and Sussex Make a Difference Awards . ● Nominated for Stars in Surrey and won. ● Awarded Outstanding Contribution to Charity by AFSA.
● Supported the design and development of a website for a Chinese period product manufacturer, ensuring appropriate language and messaging around menstrual dignity (four-month project). ● Attended key events at the House of Commons, engaging in discussions on health and women’s issues throughout the year. ● Created social media video content using a period simulator to highlight menstrual pain and its real-life impact. ● Acted as charity partner for International Women’s Day with Theramex, delivering global activities including webinars in Spanish, Italian, and English, as well as internal menstrual education. Contributed to their HR policy and supported multiple fundraising initiatives. ● Invited to present and host a stand at Unison in Newcastle, delivering a range of activities. ● Keynote speaker at the Menstruation Network Research Conference with UEL. ● Panelist on the Gender Equality Network. Period Dignity USA
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Met with politicians and community leaders in Florida to conduct research.
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● Explored fundraising opportunities.
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● Connected with schools to assess opportunities for delivering remote menstrual education.
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● Our Ambassadors attended the World Bank Spring Fair in Washington.
| Statement confirming | Para 1.18 | ● | Trustees have been briefed at Board |
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
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| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Volunteers get involved at events, train the training programs, educating children at grass root level, doing collection drives, assisting with social media, writing articles, creating digital art, helping with all facets of running a volunteered focused charity. |
Attend panel discussions, represent the organisation as and when required. Other
Achievements and Performance
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Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Para 1.41 Other
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | Binti raised £16.1k for the period, of which £17.5k was spent to meet its objective. This left Binti with a deficit of £1.4k at period end. This deficit was covered by reserves held by Binti from prior years. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Reserves of £31.4k were held to support the purchase of Sanitary Pad machines, which will provide Pads to women at a more affordable price. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £31.4k |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | Binti does not hold zero reserves. |
| 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 |
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| Para 1.47 | Getting back out with meetings and events Now we have faced the impact of the cost- of-living crisis with less spend in the shop, and prices rocketing. More people than ever using our free period product services. |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
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| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
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Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Trust Deed |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO Foundation Constitution |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled |
Para 1.25 | Proposal by CEO, agreement at Board meeting |
to appoint one or more trustees
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| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | We have an active presence in the UK, The Gambia, The US and India. Digitally we cover many other countries where the menstrual conversation and education is shared. |
| Relationship with any related parties |
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Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Binti International |
| Other name the charity uses | Binti Period |
| Registered charity number | Charity no. 1167060 |
| Charity’s principal address | Old Linden 50 Portmore Park Road Weybridge Surrey KT138EU |
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 (if any) |
| Ms Hardeep Kundan |
Trustee | |||
| Mr Prince Baffour |
CFO | |||
| Mr Surash Patel |
Chair | |||
| Mr Ricky Kapoor |
Trustee | |||
| Ms Tina Thakore |
Trustee | |||
| Ms Meera Tiwari |
Trustee | From 11th Dec | ||
| Rohit Sagoo | Trustee | From 11th Dec | ||
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 |
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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
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Manjit Gill CEO & Founder Mark Courtney COO
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Surash Patel Position (eg Chair Secretary, Chair, etc) Date 2[nd] April 2026
Profit and Loss BINTI INTERNATIONAL
For the year ended 31 May 2025
| Profit and Loss BINTI INTERNATIONAL For the year ended 31 May 2025 |
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| Account | 2025 |
| Turnover | |
| Corporate Donations | 785.93 |
| Donations from Trusts, Foundations and Charities | 10,060.56 |
| Interest Income | 140.54 |
| Private Donations (Gift Aid) | 4,829.34 |
| Private Donations (No Gift Aid) | 290.00 |
| Total Turnover | 16,106.37 |
| Cost of Sales | |
| America Project | 1,117.18 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | 283.87 |
| Direct Expenses | 12,000.00 |
| Total Cost of Sales | 13,401.05 |
| Gross Profit | 2,705.32 |
| Administrative Costs | |
| Audit & Accountancy fees | 348.60 |
| Bank Fees | 200.36 |
| Entertainment-100% business | 90.39 |
| General Expenses | 666.78 |
| Postage, Freight & Courier | 11.65 |
| Printing & Stationery | 466.29 |
| Telephone & Internet | 718.79 |
| Travel-International | 620.36 |
| Travel-National | 990.72 |
| Total Administrative Costs | 4,113.94 |
| Operating Profit | (1,408.62) |
| Profit on Ordinary Activities Before Taxation | (1,408.62) |
| Profit after Taxation | (1,408.62) |
Balance Sheet BINTI INTERNATIONAL As at 31 May 2025
| Balance Sheet BINTI INTERNATIONAL As at 31 May 2025 |
Balance Sheet BINTI INTERNATIONAL As at 31 May 2025 |
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| Account | 31 May 2025 | |
| Fixed Assets | ||
| Tangible Assets | ||
| Computer Equipment | 54.80 | |
| Office Equipment | 50.00 | |
| 104.80 | ||
| 104.80 | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand | ||
| 09012900792516 | 140.54 | |
| Binti International | 3,116.63 | |
| Binti International Paypal | 27,729.53 | |
| 30,986.70 | ||
| 30,986.70 one year |
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| Accrual (283.00) Total Creditors: amounts falling due within (283.00) Net Current Assets (Liabilities) 31,269.70 Total Assets less Current Liabilities 31,374.50 Net Assets 31,374.50 Capital and Reserves |
(283.00) | |
| Net Current Assets (Liabilities) | 31,269.70 | |
| Total Assets less Current Liabilities | 31,374.50 | |
| Net Assets | 31,374.50 | |
| Current Year Earnings | (1,408.62) | |
| 32,783.12 | ||
| 31,374.50 |