## **Trustees' Annual Report for the period** **From** Period start date Period end date Day Month Year Day Month Year 01 04 2023 **To** 31 03 2024 Section A Reference and administration details **Charity name** Peer Support and Training **Other names charity is known by** **Registered charity number (if any)** 1170081 **Charity's principal address** 14 Scott Road Edgware **Postcode** HA8 5RA ## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** |**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for whole**
**year**|**Name of person (or body) entitled**
**to appoint trustee (ifany)**| |---|---|---|---| |Dean Gray|||| |Leo McDonald|||| |Andrew Caesar|||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ## **Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)** **Name Dates acted if not for whole year** 1 March **2012** ~~—— <<~~ **TAR** ## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)** |**Type of adviser**|**Name**
**Address**|**Name**
**Address**| |---|---|---| |**Mentor, I.A.G. ,**
**Community Tutor**|Dean Gray|| |**Research**|Leo McDonald|| |||| |||| ## **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)** ## **Section B Structure, governance and management** ## **Description of the charity’s trusts** Type of governing document Constitution adopted in 2016 - (eg. trust deed, constitution) Community Interest Organisation How the charity is constituted - (eg. trust, association, company) Trustees are appointed or reappointed annually Trustee selection methods (eg. appointed by, elected by) ## **Additional governance issues (Optional information)** You **may choose** to include additional information, where relevant, about: - policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees; - the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works; - relationship with any related parties; - trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. There is a Constitution, Children & Vulnerable Adults Policy, an Equal Opportunities Policy and a Health and Safety Policy in place for our Charity. **PEER SUPPORT & TRAINING** is opposed to all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. We believe in human rights for all those connected with this organisation and all members of society. It is the policy of **PEER SUPPORT & TRAINING** to attach the greatest importance to the Health, Safety and Welfare at work of all its own and its customers employees. **PEER SUPPORT & TRAINING** has a professional duty to provide children and vulnerable adults with appropriate safety and protection. As the welfare of the child and vulnerable adult is paramount, we are committed to providing safe equipment and facilities so that children and vulnerable adults may participate in courses/programmes in a secure environment. Other policies include: Risk Management, Investing, Conflict Management, Volunteering, Complaints Handling and Paying Staff ## **Section C Objectives and activities** **Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document** Our main objective is to act as a resource for young people up to the age of 24 living in the London borough of Brent by providing advice and assistance and organising programmes of educational and other activities as a means of: • Advancing in life and helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals; • Advancing Education; • Relieving unemployment; • Providing recreational and Leisure Time Activities in the interest of social welfare for people living in the area March **2012** **TAR** 2 of benefit who have need by reason of their youth age, infirmity of disability, poverty or social and economic circumstances with a view to improving the conditions of life of such persons Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) During the reporting period, our charity has focused on strengthening its programmes, expanding its network, and building key contacts to enhance our future delivery. In line with our mission, we have particularly concentrated on three core areas: Early Careers for Young People, Mental Health, and Work Experience. **Early Careers for Young People** We have continued to develop our initiatives aimed at supporting young people to transition into their careers, updating workshops and mentoring materials. **Mental Health** A key area of focus has been mental health, designing programmes aimed at raising awareness and offering practical support to those affected. Our charity meet with mental health professionals and health workers to research how best to develop programs of support. **Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public Work Experience benefit in relation to these** We have aimed to build relationships with business to facilitate work **objects (include within this** experience placements. These networks will be used in future projects to **section the statutory** provide support around skills and qualities development. The aim of this **declaration that trustees have** activity is to give valuable exposure to real-world working environments, **had regard to the guidance** enhancing the career prospects of young people and supporting their **issued by the Charity** professional development. **Commission on public benefit) Volunteers** Our volunteers have played a crucial role in supporting our work. They have contributed their time and skills in a variety of ways, including assisting with administrative tasks, designing lesson plans and activities, and providing vital support during meetings. **Governance and Compliance** The Board of Trustees has continued to ensure that the charity's operations adhere to the guidance set out by the Charity Commission on Public Benefit. We remain committed to ensuring that our work is transparent, effective, and aligned with the needs of the communities we serve. ## **Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)** March **2012** **TAR** 3 Our trustees have dedicated significant time and effort to supporting the charity's strategic direction and operations. In addition to their regular governance responsibilities, they have been actively involved in researching and assessing various interventions aimed at supporting young people in gaining valuable skills. This has included a detailed review of best practices in youth development and career progression. Trustees have also studied Careers Advice and Guidance qualifications to You **may choose** to include ensure that our programmes are informed by the latest, evidence-based further statements, where approaches in career development. They have taken a particular interest relevant, about: in British values and the evolving social trends of young people,  policy on grantmaking; recognising the importance of these factors in shaping effective interventions and services. - policy programme related investment; In an effort to continuously improve our offerings, trustees have conducted thorough research into the work of other organisations. This research has enabled us to better understand the services delivered by other charities and identify potential learning points and areas for improvement. By analysing the successes and challenges faced by others, we are able to adapt our approach and implement good practices that benefit those we aim to serve. - contribution made by volunteers. ## Section D Achievements and performance March **2012** **TAR** 4 ## Section D Achievements and performance Throughout this period, our charity has made significant strides in **Summary of the main** advancing our mission to support young people in their personal and **achievements of the charity** professional development. Through the dedication of our volunteers and **during the year** trustees, we have successfully expanded and enhanced our key programmes, focusing on Early Careers, Mental Health, and Work Experience. A key achievement has been the development of targeted interventions aimed at supporting young people to gain essential skills for their future careers. This has been facilitated by comprehensive research into effective career guidance, British values, and social trends, ensuring that our programmes are both relevant and impactful. Our trustees have also ensured that our Careers work aligns with Careers Advice and Guidance standards. Our ongoing research into other organisations has enabled us to adopt and adapt successful practices, ensuring that we continue to deliver the best possible services. Through this collaborative learning approach, we have made improvements to our delivery methods and enhanced the overall quality of support provided to our beneficiaries. ## **Section E Financial review** March **2012** **TAR** 5 Any surplus funds will be used to design, develop and deliver **Brief statement of the** programmes of youth orientated events and activities or to provide more **charity’s policy on reserves** outreach work for harder to reach young persons. All unused funds in relation to grant funding will be returned to the relevant funders. **Details of any funds materially in deficit** ~~a~~ **Further financial review details (Optional information)** 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 ethical investment policy adopted. ~~_L~~ **Section F Other optional information** The trustees continue to make a substantial contribution to the charity, dedicating significant time, effort, and expertise to the organisation’s success. On a weekly basis, trustees commit several hours to researching, designing, and planning both current and future programmes. Their hands-on involvement ensures that our initiatives are well-informed, effectively tailored, and aligned with the needs of the communities we serve. In addition to their time and professional expertise, trustees have demonstrated a strong personal commitment to the charity by covering their own expenses, including travel, food, and resources. This selflessness reflects their dedication to the charity's mission and their determination to support the organisation without financial burden. ~~__~~ **Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.** **Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees** **Signature(s) Full name(s)** Dean Gray **Position (eg Secretary, Chair,** Chairperson **etc) Date** 29/03/2024 March **2012** **TAR** 6 TAR March 2012 |||**Charity Name**||||||**No (if any)**|**No (if any)**||| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |||**Peer Support and Training**||**Peer Support and Training**|||||||| |||**Receipts andpayments accounts**|||||||||**CC16a**| ||**For the period**
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Dean Gray
3/31/2024
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