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2025-10-31-accounts

Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date 2024 2025 From Section A Reference and administration details Charfty name Wesl London Research & Public Awareness Society Other names charity is known by Reglstered charlty number {rf any) 1167228 Charity's prlnclpal address 133b High Street Uxbridge Postcode UB8 1JX Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Dates acted If not for whol• ear Trusteo nam• Offlce Ilf any) Name of pgrson lor body) •ntltl•d toa int trusteè Ifan The Iruslees themselves Mr. Seyfettin Dikmen Mr. Dede Dinc Chair For whole year For whole year For whole year For whole year Trusteo - Treasurer The Iruslees themselves Mr. Ahmet Ogretici Mr. Erdogan Dinc Tnjstee - Secretsry Trustee The tsuslees themselves The trustees themselves 10 11 12 la 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Names of the trustees for the charity. if any, (for example, any custodian trustees) Name Dates acted if not for whole ear TAR March 2012

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional infomiation) e of adviser Name Addrèss Name of chief executive or names of senior slaff members (Optional infonnation) Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of th8 charity's trusts Constitution Typ8 of goveming document How the charity is constituted Association Trustee selection meth¢)ds Appointed by the existsng Iruslees. Addilional governance issues (Optional infonnatlon) You may choose to include additional information, where relevant. about: The charity trustees are responsible for the general control and management of the charity- The trustees give their lime fr8ely and receive no remunerations or other financial benefits. poIici8s and proc8dur6S adopted for the induction and training of trustees., the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works., The trustees meet together as a t￿Y monthly and arè responsible for all decisions taken in relation to running the community facilities and the activilies provided by the charity- relationship with any related parties- trustees. consideration of major risks and the sysiem and prO￿dureS to manage them. Section C Ob"ectives and activities The following objects are for the benefit of those who are socially or economically disadvantaged in Wesl London:. 11 to develop the capacity and skills in such a waylhat they are better able lo identify Iheir needs and to participate more fvlly in society; 21 to advance education" 31 to help young people, espeaally but not exdusively through leisure time Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document TAR March 2012

activities, so as lo develop th8ir capabilib'es that Ihey may grow to full maturity as individuals and members of society". 41 to relieve povety,. 5} to promote soaal indusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming soaally excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society. 'for the purpose of this clause 'socially 8xclud8d' means being excluded from society, or parts of society, as a result of one of more of the following factots: unemployment- financial hardship- youth or old age,. ill health {physical or mental)- discriminalion on the grounds of race. disability. ethnic origin, religion. belief, creed. poor educational or skills attainment: relationship and family breakdown., poor housing (that is housing that does not me8t basic habitable standards., crime (either as a vith'm of crime or as an offender rehabilitsling into society), single parents and their children who are socially excluded as a result of their social and economic position. 6) to seek to enhance, the good health, both mental and physical. of adults and children by increasing public awareness of thè benefit of committed uple relationships, marriage. and family life and working to prevent povety. hardship and distress caused by thé breakdown of such relationships. b$ TAR March 2012

Th? charlty carrles out a wlde range of actlvltles In Èursuance of Its charltable alms. The trustees conslder that these actlvltles. $ummarlsed below, provlde beneflt both to those who uses our Communlty Cgntre and the wld8r communlty of Uxbrldge and nglghbourlng cltles. Core Mi$sion and Educational Support The West London Research & Public Aw8reness Society is committed lo providing free, supplementsry educational programmes for residents in the Uxbridge area. Our primary goal is to advance public education in the English language. 'Life in the UK,. and various ethnic languages. We fim)ly believe that robust language skills are loundational to fostering social cohesion, building strong interpersonal relationships, and empowering individuals lo achieve their Itfe goals. Delivered by dedicated communty members and volunteer teachers, our out-of- hours gducalional support serves as a crucial adV￿aCY and information hub for both adults and children. Our languag8 courses are sp8cifically designed to improve the English proficiency of those who face communication barriers. By raising aspirations and fy)osting engagement, these programmes aim to reduce instances of underachievement in both the classroom and the workplace. Summary of the maln activities undertaken for tho public benefit in relation to these objects {include within thls sectlon the slatutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance Issued by the Charlty Commlsslon on publlc benefit) Furthermore, our programmes direcuy address the needs of young people who may struggle to develop 8ssential communication skills due to a lack of advanced English proficiency or an unfamiliarity wiltr. UK cultural and social norms. 8y focusing on youth, we aim to advance cofflmunity development through targeted language and cultural education. While our approaeh adapts to drff8rent proficiency levels, our ultimate goal remains constant= to prepare and empower young people lo make posib've. lasting changes in their lives. Cultural and Rellglous Act5vltles The communty centre provides a dedicated space for prayer, worship. and faith- associated activities. During the year under review, we conducted a range of religious and cultural services. including.. Fgstiva15 and Cornmunal Meals- Throughout the holy monlh, the centre prepared meals for attendees lo break their fast together. We also celebrated religious festivals. such as Eid, by hosting family days and communal meals to foster a sense of commuDty belonging. Educatlon and Tralnlng Initiatives Our community conlre's halls and rooms serve as a valuable edvcalional and TAR March 2012

recreational resouTC8 for the lo¢al wmmunity. Key activities include.. Turklsh Languagg Cours88: We have 8 teacher to deliver Turkish language and cultural lessons to both adults and pupils at our cenlre. Supplèmèntary School and Homework Support: Over 35 children regulady attend our supervised homework dub, which runs al weekends and dvring school holidays, supported by our dedicated volunteers. Lelsure and Sportlng Activitlo9 Engaging in leisure and Sport 19 Vital for individuals of all ages to develop friendships. build confidence, and refine their social skills. These exlraGurricular activities offer a practical environment for young people to apply the communication skill$ learned in the classroom. Alongside the obviou5 health and fitness benefits. sports encourage physical and emotsonal resilience, tgaching teamwork and perseverance. Our Strategic Aims-. Raise the educational attainment of our community. P8rticulady those facing disadvantage. Deyelop essential lrfe and communication skills. Prepare young people for further study and the world of work. How We Achieve This: Commltmènt: Inspiring prtrsocial friendships, CU￿vatIng strong inlerpefsonal skills, and instilling a sense of hope for Ihg future. Rgsponsibillty: Empowering young people to establish p8Tsonal goals and fcAlow through on their commitmenls. Possibility: Broadening perspectives so that young people recognise and realise their full potential. Support: Surrounding individuals with a caring, inclusive, and nurturing Igarning environmènt. TAR March 2012

Additional details of objectives and activltles (Optlonal Inforniatlon) You may choose to include further slalements, where relevant, aiKJUt'. pdicy on grantmaking., policy programme rdated investment- contribution made by volunteers. Section D Achievements and performance TAR March 2012

Summary ofthe maln achievements of the charity during the year Volunteers are an important ￿source in community work. This year our Charity has achieved to reach over 800 Turkish speaking people in Uxbridge and surrounding cities. This helped us In¢￿aSe our number of volunteers who then helped us organise and conduct more ch8ritsble and fund-raising activilies than last year. Volunteers are involved in most of our community activitles and we have now over 45 people regulady giving Ih&ir time. Section E Financial review TAR March 2012

Charity trustees have reserve policy that minimum £1.500 must always be set aside in the Charlty's bank account to cover events or ￿tuationS that may happen. Brief statement of the charity's policy on reserves Details of any funds materlally in deficit Further financial review details (op￿Onal infomiation) You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about: the charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)., how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity-, investment policy and objectives including any 8thical investment policy adopted. Section F Other optional information Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on bèhalf of the charity's trustèès Signature(s} Full name(s} Position (eg Secretary. Chair. etc) Mr. Seyfettin Dikmen Chair Mr. Ahmet Ogreticl Secretary Date 0510812026 TAR March 2012

CHARITY (0￿MIssIoN FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the perlod To Section A Receipts and payments UnrestTlCted funds to lh• rwrut Restricted funds Endowment fvnd¥ Total funds Last y•ar to thB nB•r•Bt£ to1￿ n••r•st É A1 R•c•lpts ChariL4Ne activities 54,078 X078 so,337 ross Income or AR) 54,078 54,078 ,337 an Ise¢ table). n¥•8 m• Totsl recelpts ¥070 A3Pa ents Costs of chanlabla aciNld08 60,205 15.729 15,729 Sub total 7$￿34 75.9J4 A4 Asset and Inv•8tmont Purchase of fixod asse15 Sub total rotal payments 75.934 Net of r•ceipts/(payments) AS Transfers between fund# A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this ygar $nd 20,7 ccxx.R1 accounts ISSI 0110812026

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unre$lrl¢ted funds Re$trlcted funds to n*aTh8t£ Endowment funds to noAro•t £ Ccltogurie Detail B1 Cash fvnds CBGh al bar 20A52 Petty Cash J23 Total cash funds 20,775 149rtè bdArtESWlth TOCeAplsan¢ paym8nL8 Unrestricted fund¥ to neare•t£ Restricted furbds to neare¥t£ Endowment funds to n•av•st £ Detalls Fund to whi¢h $$•t bo10 Curront valu• Ilonal Details Cost lopdonoll 83 Inve$tm•nt as8•ts Fund to whlch 4M•t b8lon Details Co•t lopllonall 2.250 Curront valu• 84 Assets retainod for the harSty's own uso compute￿ and other eqUI￿nant Fund to whlch ntd Whwt) Detai15 Tiade CreditLYS B5 Llabillt•g$ 3$0 Signed by one or tnjslees l)eh8lf of all Ihe trustees Signature Print Nam8 Date of roval Mr. Seyfeltin Dikmen Mr. Oinc Q8 CCXX R2 ac¢ounl$ ISSI 0110W2026

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of W8St London R8search & Public Awareness Society On accounts for the year ended 31 October 2025 Charity no (If any) 1167228 Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (Ihe Trust.) for the year ended 3111012025. Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basls ol r8POrt of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111-the Act'l. I report in resp8cI of my 8xamination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(bl of the Act. I have compléted my examination. I confirm that no malerial matters have come to my attention in connection wilh the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. accounting records werg nol kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accL*unting records Independent examinerfs statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Date: 3110712026 Signed: Name: Mr Cem Kizilcik Relevant professlonal qualificatlon{s) or body (if any): Chartered Accountant Address: 52 Chestnut Drive Sale M33 4HH IER October 2018

Section 8 Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of charity ac¢ounts.' directions and guidancé for examiners). Glve here brlef detalls of any items that the examiner wishes to disGlose. IER October 2018