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THEIR VOICE DREAM. BELIEVE. BECOME. THEIR VOICE CHARITY NUMBER 1175760 TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2023 - 2024

The trustees are pleased to present the annual report for Their Voice, outlining our activities, impact and financial position for the year ending 30[th] November 2024. Our charity remains dedicated to alleviating poverty and empowering survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as those at risk.

Charitable Aims:

Their Voice operates with the primary aim of alleviating poverty and empowering survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking. As a not-for-profit organisation, we ensure that all funds are used exclusively to further our charitable objectives and support those in need.

We achieve this by:

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report signs of trafficking or exploitation. It can also help provide victims with a sense of hope that their situation can change. Awareness initiatives help shift societal attitudes, fostering vigilance and proactive action. This creates a broader culture of accountability, where communities become more engaged in social advocacy and efforts to combat exploitation. Increased awareness also strengthens public empathy, inspiring greater involvement in efforts to protect vulnerable individuals and demand justice

Through a combination of compassion, direct support and awareness-raising initiatives, Their Voice works on multiple levels to foster individual empowerment and drive social change. By addressing immediate needs, promoting healing and life skills and encouraging collective action we aim to reshape societal attitudes and behaviours. Our goal is to encourage collective action, ultimately creating a more empathetic, just and supportive society, that prioritises social justice and care.

The Need

Modern slavery exists in every part of the UK. The Global Slavery Index (2023) estimates that 122,000 people are in some form of modern slavery in the country. This hidden crime takes various forms including domestic servitude, sexual exploitation, forced labour, forced crime, organ trade and forced marriage. It is closely linked to global issues such as climate change, gender inequality and conflicts. In the UK, factors such as the cost-of-living crisis and austerity measures directly contribute to the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. These economic pressures create vulnerabilities that traffickers exploit.

Increased financial hardship with rising energy bills, food prices and rent may force individual to seek informal or unstable work. Traffickers will offer deceptive jobs that lead to forced labour and other forms of exploitation, all due to financial desperation.

Human trafficking and modern slavery in the UK are constantly evolving. Emerging threats include the exploitation of global conflicts, the rise of online platforms and AI scams, labour shortages and the growing influence of organised crime. These factors contribute to the growing number of victims and the complexity of tackling the issues.

In 2024, the National Referral Mechanism identified (NRM) identified 19,125 potential victims of slavery in the UK, a 13% increase from the previous year, with British citizens currently being the most trafficked nationality.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Impact and Statistics

At Their Voice, we distribute tens of thousands of new and preloved items each year, with an estimated value exceeding £164,603 in 2024. A total of 1,838 beneficiaries received our practical support, ranging from single hygiene packs to comprehensive newborn packs, providing everything a mother needs to welcome her baby into the world. Additionally, we supply welcome baskets to safe houses and homeware essentials to help families settle into new homes within the community.

We ensure that all items meet high-quality standards. Our carefully curated packs are designed not only to alleviate poverty but also to promote self-esteem and confidence. In 2024, 1,101 beneficiaries received our tailored clothing packs, which offer individuals the opportunity to request clothing they prefer, restoring their freedom of choice. This initiative empowers individuals by allowing them to select outfits that reflect their personal style, a small but significant step in regaining autonomy after being forced to wear specific clothing by their captors.

We supported 683 individuals experiencing hygiene poverty by providing essential toiletries, and thanks to the generosity of The Swan Mountain Trust, we were able to offer young women £10 vouchers to choose their own personal care products. Direct feedback from our beneficiaries highlights the impact of our support:

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Our Empowering Education Project funded by the KFC Foundation, enabled us to launch the Back-to-School initiative, designed to support beneficiaries on their educational journey by providing essential learning materials. This helped promote inclusion, boost self-confidence and alleviate financial strain on families. Every recipient expressed immense gratitude for their rucksack and its contents, highlighting the positive impact on their confidence and self-esteem. Having the necessary equipment empowered them to focus on their studies without the added worry of being unprepared.

Transforming Lives Through Educational Support

At the start of the school year, we received a referral for three Educational Rucksacks for a family of siblings—two sisters, aged 14 and 17, and their 19-year-old brother. After receiving the rucksacks, their mother shared her heartfelt appreciation:

"The bags contain all the necessary school materials, and the calculators are incredibly useful. Even the rucksack itself will help them immensely. This will allow them to be more organised for school and college. My children have not asked me for anything else. They are amazing, and they are looking forward to using them for the new term. Thank you so very much."

This initiative not only provided practical support but also instilled a sense of dignity and enthusiasm for learning among young people facing financial hardship.

We have maintained our delivery service, fulfilled 332 referral requests and supporting 1052 men, women, and children. These deliveries included essential items such as baby cots, mattresses, and baths. Furthermore, our team facilitated 488 collections from our main hub in Caterham, supporting 786 individuals.

Additionally, in 2024 we successfully hosted three 10-week empowerment workshops, promoting a supportive environment that enabled survivors to rebuild their self-worth, alleviate feelings of isolation and acquire essential tools for independence. Over the course of these workshops, we welcomed a total of 202 attendees, with varying participation in each session. Participants reported notable improvements in their well-being and confidence, expressing a strong desire to engage more actively with the local community and pursue further educational opportunities.

Testimonial from Outreach Project Medaille Trust

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

“I just wanted to say thank you again for running such a successful and popular programme of workshops for our service users. The women enjoyed each session so much. We loved your energy and enthusiasm and the variety of activities that you provided—each week was different and always wellreceived. We hope we can collaborate again in the future to continue with this very positive experience.”

“Coming to this group gives me hop” – beneficiary

“Attending these sessions made me feel alive again inside” – beneficiary

Our organised outings nurtured friendships and a strong sense of unity within the group, helping to build participants' self-confidence. A visit to a pottery studio provided an opportunity to develop new skills, as the women crafted beautiful pots. Many shared that the hands-on experience of shaping clay gave them a sense of control and self-expression. The boost in confidence was so profound that a small group later arranged an independent visit to the studio, demonstrating a noticeable shift in their behaviour towards a more positive and empowered outlook.

Achievements Against Objectives

This year has been a period of growth, innovation, and deepened impact for Their Voice. We are proud to report significant progress against the objectives we set:

Branding and Digital Presence

We successfully finalised and launched our refreshed branding and website,

strengthening our identity and making our services and story more accessible to both supporters and beneficiaries. The new digital presence has enhanced engagement, improved clarity for referrals, and positioned us as a confident, professional organisation ready for the next stage of growth. Sustainable Funding

A major milestone was securing multi-year funding, which has provided greater financial stability and allowed us to plan strategically with confidence. This

achievement strengthens our long-term sustainability and reassures beneficiaries that our support will continue.

Regular and Corporate Donations

We grew the number of regular supporters giving through standing orders, creating a more reliable income stream. In addition, by expanding our corporate partnerships, including Benevity donations, we widened our base of committed givers and raised our profile with new networks.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Technology Support for Beneficiaries

Recognising the digital divide, we partnered with schools and organisations to provide reconditioned laptops for students. This initiative directly supported young people to engage in education, develop digital skills, and build pathways to independence. Seasonal Campaigns and Partnerships

We expanded our Christmas campaign to support more families with essential items and festive cheer. Partnerships with Morrisons and Spread Some Sunshine enabled us to provide additional joy and dignity through Mother’s Day gifts, flowers, family dayout experiences, festive train rides, and supermarket vouchers. These initiatives went beyond meeting practical needs, they reminded survivors that they are valued and deserving of care, compassion, and joy.

Educational Support

Our Back-to-School Rucksack Programme was reviewed and strengthened by an education professional, with new resources such as emotional intelligence books added to promote wellbeing as well as learning. This ensured that our packs did more than prepare children for the classroom, they supported their emotional growth and resilience.

Together, these achievements reflect our ability not only to meet immediate needs but also to innovate, respond to emerging challenges, and build a stronger foundation for the future.

Awareness and Outreach

Raising awareness about modern slavery is critical in combating this abhorrent crime. Last year, we engaged with a wide spectrum of stakeholders, including corporate organisations, small and large businesses, local NGOs, and community groups. We conducted presentations to educate others about modern slavery and highlight the vital role of Their Voice at venues such as Boxxe, Christians in Care, the Ramblers Association, Chevening School, and Harvard Hackathon. Some of these were virtual sessions, while others were conducted in person, allowing us to reach a diverse audience.

Income and Expenditure

During the 2023/2024 reporting period, Their Voice received a total income of £106,987. Three-quarters of this income was generated through grants, while the remainder came from general giving and Gift Aid.

This represents a 15% increase from the previous year's income of £92,489. The rise in funding was largely due to the charity’s decision to restructure staffing and collaborate with an experienced external grant writer on a consultancy basis.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

New grant providers during this period included The KFC Foundation, The Henry Smith Charity, City Bridge Foundation, The Albert Hunt Trust, The Swan Mountain Trust, The Swire Charitable Trust, The Netherby Trust, The Co-op, Beacon Lodge, and DWF.

We are also grateful to our charity landlords, Caterham Barracks Community Trust, for their continued support in reducing rent, which has helped ease core cost pressures.

Total expenditure for the year was £85,761, all of which was allocated in line with our charitable objectives.

One of the key challenges we face is securing core and multi-year funding to ensure both the charity’s survival and long-term strategic planning. To strengthen our financial sustainability, we are actively working to diversify our funding sources and secure more stable, long-term support.

Governance

Our dedicated team of trustees remains committed to enhancing our board by actively seeking new additions to broaden our skill set and ensure diversity and equality. Throughout the year, we appointed two new trustees; however, another trustee stepped down during this period. We are committed to maintaining a robust and inclusive board that effectively guides and supports the mission of Their Voice.

Donations in kind

The estimated value of donated goods (both new and second-hand) distributed during the year is reflected in our financial accounts in the sum of £164,603. The majority of these items, provided free of charge to our beneficiaries, are generously donated by the public. Without assigning a value to these donations, the operational costs of the charity may appear disproportionately high.

To maintain accurate financial reporting, second-hand donated goods are valued based on a market estimate for each type of item, while brand new items are recorded at their actual purchase price. These values are included in the income and expenditure statements for the financial year in which the items were received. Thus, the value of donated goods is reflected in both income and expenditure, with no balance sheet value assigned to donated goods held in stock at the year-end.

Premises and staff

Their Voice operates from a single centre in Caterham on the Hill, where we employ one full-time and two part-time staff members. Volunteers play an essential role in

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

our work, with 27 individuals contributing their time each week to assist with sorting donations, preparing care packages, cleaning and organising resources. Additionally, volunteer drivers provide a crucial service by delivering essential items to safe houses and community-based beneficiaries.

As a small charity, some trustees are actively involved in the day-to-day operations of Their Voice, ensuring we maximise our resources and continue to provide essential support to those in need.

Challenges

Despite our achievements, 2023/2024 presented several key challenges:

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Each of these challenges have shaped our strategic priorities for the coming year – particularly in strengthening resilience, diversifying income, investing in capacity building and deepening our community engagement and education efforts.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on a year of both challenges and growth, we remain committed to our mission of supporting survivors of modern slavery. Despite the external pressures we face our resolve has never been stronger.

We are deeply grateful to the trusts and foundations whose generous support underpins so much of what we do. Alongside them our dedicated staff, volunteers, community donors and corporate partners whose unwavering commitment and belief in our work make everything possible.

In the coming year, we will continue to adapt, build resilience and deepen our impact, ensuring those we support are not just seen but are truly heard and empowered. With continued support we look forward to stepping into the future with hope and purpose.

Trustees

Chair – Rachel Harvey Afuwape

Treasurer – Martyn Thom Trustee – Seema Kholi Trustee – Urmi Ravel Trustee – Carolyn Thom Trustee - Deborah Weekes

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

THEIR VOICE DREAM. BELIEVE. BECOME. THEIR VOICE CHARITY NUMBER 1175760 TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2023 - 2024

The trustees are pleased to present the annual report for Their Voice, outlining our activities, impact and financial position for the year ending 30[th] November 2024. Our charity remains dedicated to alleviating poverty and empowering survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as those at risk.

Charitable Aims:

Their Voice operates with the primary aim of alleviating poverty and empowering survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking. As a not-for-profit organisation, we ensure that all funds are used exclusively to further our charitable objectives and support those in need.

We achieve this by:

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

report signs of trafficking or exploitation. It can also help provide victims with a sense of hope that their situation can change. Awareness initiatives help shift societal attitudes, fostering vigilance and proactive action. This creates a broader culture of accountability, where communities become more engaged in social advocacy and efforts to combat exploitation. Increased awareness also strengthens public empathy, inspiring greater involvement in efforts to protect vulnerable individuals and demand justice

Through a combination of compassion, direct support and awareness-raising initiatives, Their Voice works on multiple levels to foster individual empowerment and drive social change. By addressing immediate needs, promoting healing and life skills and encouraging collective action we aim to reshape societal attitudes and behaviours. Our goal is to encourage collective action, ultimately creating a more empathetic, just and supportive society, that prioritises social justice and care.

The Need

Modern slavery exists in every part of the UK. The Global Slavery Index (2023) estimates that 122,000 people are in some form of modern slavery in the country. This hidden crime takes various forms including domestic servitude, sexual exploitation, forced labour, forced crime, organ trade and forced marriage. It is closely linked to global issues such as climate change, gender inequality and conflicts. In the UK, factors such as the cost-of-living crisis and austerity measures directly contribute to the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. These economic pressures create vulnerabilities that traffickers exploit.

Increased financial hardship with rising energy bills, food prices and rent may force individual to seek informal or unstable work. Traffickers will offer deceptive jobs that lead to forced labour and other forms of exploitation, all due to financial desperation.

Human trafficking and modern slavery in the UK are constantly evolving. Emerging threats include the exploitation of global conflicts, the rise of online platforms and AI scams, labour shortages and the growing influence of organised crime. These factors contribute to the growing number of victims and the complexity of tackling the issues.

In 2024, the National Referral Mechanism identified (NRM) identified 19,125 potential victims of slavery in the UK, a 13% increase from the previous year, with British citizens currently being the most trafficked nationality.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Impact and Statistics

At Their Voice, we distribute tens of thousands of new and preloved items each year, with an estimated value exceeding £164,603 in 2024. A total of 1,838 beneficiaries received our practical support, ranging from single hygiene packs to comprehensive newborn packs, providing everything a mother needs to welcome her baby into the world. Additionally, we supply welcome baskets to safe houses and homeware essentials to help families settle into new homes within the community.

We ensure that all items meet high-quality standards. Our carefully curated packs are designed not only to alleviate poverty but also to promote self-esteem and confidence. In 2024, 1,101 beneficiaries received our tailored clothing packs, which offer individuals the opportunity to request clothing they prefer, restoring their freedom of choice. This initiative empowers individuals by allowing them to select outfits that reflect their personal style, a small but significant step in regaining autonomy after being forced to wear specific clothing by their captors.

We supported 683 individuals experiencing hygiene poverty by providing essential toiletries, and thanks to the generosity of The Swan Mountain Trust, we were able to offer young women £10 vouchers to choose their own personal care products. Direct feedback from our beneficiaries highlights the impact of our support:

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Our Empowering Education Project funded by the KFC Foundation, enabled us to launch the Back-to-School initiative, designed to support beneficiaries on their educational journey by providing essential learning materials. This helped promote inclusion, boost self-confidence and alleviate financial strain on families. Every recipient expressed immense gratitude for their rucksack and its contents, highlighting the positive impact on their confidence and self-esteem. Having the necessary equipment empowered them to focus on their studies without the added worry of being unprepared.

Transforming Lives Through Educational Support

At the start of the school year, we received a referral for three Educational Rucksacks for a family of siblings—two sisters, aged 14 and 17, and their 19-year-old brother. After receiving the rucksacks, their mother shared her heartfelt appreciation:

"The bags contain all the necessary school materials, and the calculators are incredibly useful. Even the rucksack itself will help them immensely. This will allow them to be more organised for school and college. My children have not asked me for anything else. They are amazing, and they are looking forward to using them for the new term. Thank you so very much."

This initiative not only provided practical support but also instilled a sense of dignity and enthusiasm for learning among young people facing financial hardship.

We have maintained our delivery service, fulfilled 332 referral requests and supporting 1052 men, women, and children. These deliveries included essential items such as baby cots, mattresses, and baths. Furthermore, our team facilitated 488 collections from our main hub in Caterham, supporting 786 individuals.

Additionally, in 2024 we successfully hosted three 10-week empowerment workshops, promoting a supportive environment that enabled survivors to rebuild their self-worth, alleviate feelings of isolation and acquire essential tools for independence. Over the course of these workshops, we welcomed a total of 202 attendees, with varying participation in each session. Participants reported notable improvements in their well-being and confidence, expressing a strong desire to engage more actively with the local community and pursue further educational opportunities.

Testimonial from Outreach Project Medaille Trust

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

“I just wanted to say thank you again for running such a successful and popular programme of workshops for our service users. The women enjoyed each session so much. We loved your energy and enthusiasm and the variety of activities that you provided—each week was different and always wellreceived. We hope we can collaborate again in the future to continue with this very positive experience.”

“Coming to this group gives me hop” – beneficiary

“Attending these sessions made me feel alive again inside” – beneficiary

Our organised outings nurtured friendships and a strong sense of unity within the group, helping to build participants' self-confidence. A visit to a pottery studio provided an opportunity to develop new skills, as the women crafted beautiful pots. Many shared that the hands-on experience of shaping clay gave them a sense of control and self-expression. The boost in confidence was so profound that a small group later arranged an independent visit to the studio, demonstrating a noticeable shift in their behaviour towards a more positive and empowered outlook.

Achievements Against Objectives

This year has been a period of growth, innovation, and deepened impact for Their Voice. We are proud to report significant progress against the objectives we set:

Branding and Digital Presence

We successfully finalised and launched our refreshed branding and website,

strengthening our identity and making our services and story more accessible to both supporters and beneficiaries. The new digital presence has enhanced engagement, improved clarity for referrals, and positioned us as a confident, professional organisation ready for the next stage of growth. Sustainable Funding

A major milestone was securing multi-year funding, which has provided greater financial stability and allowed us to plan strategically with confidence. This

achievement strengthens our long-term sustainability and reassures beneficiaries that our support will continue.

Regular and Corporate Donations

We grew the number of regular supporters giving through standing orders, creating a more reliable income stream. In addition, by expanding our corporate partnerships, including Benevity donations, we widened our base of committed givers and raised our profile with new networks.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Technology Support for Beneficiaries

Recognising the digital divide, we partnered with schools and organisations to provide reconditioned laptops for students. This initiative directly supported young people to engage in education, develop digital skills, and build pathways to independence. Seasonal Campaigns and Partnerships

We expanded our Christmas campaign to support more families with essential items and festive cheer. Partnerships with Morrisons and Spread Some Sunshine enabled us to provide additional joy and dignity through Mother’s Day gifts, flowers, family dayout experiences, festive train rides, and supermarket vouchers. These initiatives went beyond meeting practical needs, they reminded survivors that they are valued and deserving of care, compassion, and joy.

Educational Support

Our Back-to-School Rucksack Programme was reviewed and strengthened by an education professional, with new resources such as emotional intelligence books added to promote wellbeing as well as learning. This ensured that our packs did more than prepare children for the classroom, they supported their emotional growth and resilience.

Together, these achievements reflect our ability not only to meet immediate needs but also to innovate, respond to emerging challenges, and build a stronger foundation for the future.

Awareness and Outreach

Raising awareness about modern slavery is critical in combating this abhorrent crime. Last year, we engaged with a wide spectrum of stakeholders, including corporate organisations, small and large businesses, local NGOs, and community groups. We conducted presentations to educate others about modern slavery and highlight the vital role of Their Voice at venues such as Boxxe, Christians in Care, the Ramblers Association, Chevening School, and Harvard Hackathon. Some of these were virtual sessions, while others were conducted in person, allowing us to reach a diverse audience.

Income and Expenditure

During the 2023/2024 reporting period, Their Voice received a total income of £106,987. Three-quarters of this income was generated through grants, while the remainder came from general giving and Gift Aid.

This represents a 15% increase from the previous year's income of £92,489. The rise in funding was largely due to the charity’s decision to restructure staffing and collaborate with an experienced external grant writer on a consultancy basis.

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

New grant providers during this period included The KFC Foundation, The Henry Smith Charity, City Bridge Foundation, The Albert Hunt Trust, The Swan Mountain Trust, The Swire Charitable Trust, The Netherby Trust, The Co-op, Beacon Lodge, and DWF.

We are also grateful to our charity landlords, Caterham Barracks Community Trust, for their continued support in reducing rent, which has helped ease core cost pressures.

Total expenditure for the year was £85,761, all of which was allocated in line with our charitable objectives.

One of the key challenges we face is securing core and multi-year funding to ensure both the charity’s survival and long-term strategic planning. To strengthen our financial sustainability, we are actively working to diversify our funding sources and secure more stable, long-term support.

Governance

Our dedicated team of trustees remains committed to enhancing our board by actively seeking new additions to broaden our skill set and ensure diversity and equality. Throughout the year, we appointed two new trustees; however, another trustee stepped down during this period. We are committed to maintaining a robust and inclusive board that effectively guides and supports the mission of Their Voice.

Donations in kind

The estimated value of donated goods (both new and second-hand) distributed during the year is reflected in our financial accounts in the sum of £164,603. The majority of these items, provided free of charge to our beneficiaries, are generously donated by the public. Without assigning a value to these donations, the operational costs of the charity may appear disproportionately high.

To maintain accurate financial reporting, second-hand donated goods are valued based on a market estimate for each type of item, while brand new items are recorded at their actual purchase price. These values are included in the income and expenditure statements for the financial year in which the items were received. Thus, the value of donated goods is reflected in both income and expenditure, with no balance sheet value assigned to donated goods held in stock at the year-end.

Premises and staff

Their Voice operates from a single centre in Caterham on the Hill, where we employ one full-time and two part-time staff members. Volunteers play an essential role in

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

our work, with 27 individuals contributing their time each week to assist with sorting donations, preparing care packages, cleaning and organising resources. Additionally, volunteer drivers provide a crucial service by delivering essential items to safe houses and community-based beneficiaries.

As a small charity, some trustees are actively involved in the day-to-day operations of Their Voice, ensuring we maximise our resources and continue to provide essential support to those in need.

Challenges

Despite our achievements, 2023/2024 presented several key challenges:

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

Each of these challenges have shaped our strategic priorities for the coming year – particularly in strengthening resilience, diversifying income, investing in capacity building and deepening our community engagement and education efforts.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on a year of both challenges and growth, we remain committed to our mission of supporting survivors of modern slavery. Despite the external pressures we face our resolve has never been stronger.

We are deeply grateful to the trusts and foundations whose generous support underpins so much of what we do. Alongside them our dedicated staff, volunteers, community donors and corporate partners whose unwavering commitment and belief in our work make everything possible.

In the coming year, we will continue to adapt, build resilience and deepen our impact, ensuring those we support are not just seen but are truly heard and empowered. With continued support we look forward to stepping into the future with hope and purpose.

Trustees

Chair – Rachel Harvey Afuwape

Treasurer – Martyn Thom Trustee – Seema Kholi Trustee – Urmi Ravel Trustee – Carolyn Thom Trustee - Deborah Weekes

TEL: 0747 420 4408 EMAIL: info@theirvoice.org.uk Website: www.theirvoicemodernslavery.org.uk CHARITY NUMBER: 1175760

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T]i¢ir Voice lees tor the Year Ended 30 NO￿e￿￿[ 2024 The tTUSt¢¢S PT¢5¢nt their rewn with the fiTsyncial stalem¢nts of the chariti, for the l'ear ended 30 Noi'emiri 2024. The trustees haNr athirtoj ilK proi'isions of A¢coLUitin8 al￿ RewrtitJ8 by. Charities". stsiemthil of R¢comnJendtd Practice applicabl¢ lo charitjC5 pf¢Frtirin8 ik.ir a¢coLllt8 in accordancc I￿7th the fri[￿￿1￿] Rcp)rtin8 Stsndard apphcable in thc UK and Republic of Ircland ffRS 1021 letTeciii'c l Januars. 20191. STRUCTURE, COVERNANCE AND MANAGEMETr4T Gowerning documon¢ llie charity is controlled b). Lts goN'emin8 dixumthiL a thed of tNSt and constitU*s sn ￿11￿1￿)0ratd chariti.. REFERENCE AND ADMtNISTRA TIVE DETAILS Rogi%t¢ryd Charity Rumber 1175760 Prfndpxl xddress The Palilion Gbards Ai'enue Cat¢ihu SLrr4' CR3 SXL Truitets R I laTr"¢i".Afuiiape Mrs C￿01}.￿ A Thom Mr Math'n N C Thom Ms S Kohli Ms P Kirk (resi￿ed 19 3.24) Ms l) WL'ek'e% (dppl￿1ed 51.4.?4) Ms IJ Raval {ap￿)inted 8.4.24) Independent E￿m￿￿er FLA ASM Chartctcd Awountants ASM House 103a Ke}"mei Rwd HassoGks 1¢51 Sus%ex BN6 8QL JS ￿25 r of the ix>Brd of trust¢eg on........ . and $igJcd Ils knhgWI)v'. Mr Marti'n N C'l'hom- Trus￿¢ Pa8e I

rt io TtlL4tts of Their Voice IndtpÈttdtnt eumlner'i reportts ¢he ¢TUStee5 of Thelrvolre repirt to the chariti. tNsie¢s on m!" ¢xamLrwiJon ot ac£LNJnts of Their Voice (tk Tn￿1} for the year ended 30 Nofvrnnkn 2024. ReBpon￿bIlltle9 l￿d Iwi• of report As thc ¢h8n'Th truste￿ of thc TnL5t Tr(FU JIC T¢SP)￿N¢ ftt tTre rwArntion of the aLxounts in iiith th¢ requirements of the ClJariti¢sAct 2011 Act). I T¢FX)rt iTJ r¢stttt of mv exaoJtEMtiott of the Tn￿.$ accouts c4llicd urxkr Wion 145 of the Ad in carryi￿ out mi, e¥AminAtion I haie follow'ed all applicablc iknuons gi¢TJ ChTiN" Conttnissioll u]Mler Se¢tion 14515Kb) of the Act. depthdent examiner's statemeTr¢ Sit￿¥ jour cl]aritF S gross ￿￿)me excee&d £2iO.IKM) eXaTDi￿ a M￿nF￿r of a listed ￿d5.. I conf]rnJ ttw¢ l 8m quahfied to ￿lertaK"e the exarnina￿)n l am a memter of FCA ii'hich ts one of the li￿ed iK￿le& I have Completed my examÈnation. I CLYJfmn that M rnwlenwl TnNtrs hasr c(qne to nTh' atten{1￿ in CL¥llCtion the e.KuminatiOn ¥i&in8 me Ca￿￿e Ii) ￿11¢￿￿ that ID rn8trTial ry￿1". 3¢¢ountiti8 T￿OrdS￿￿ere ￿ kerA inresFeci of the Trust as TEqW￿t Ffi" Secuon 130 ofthe Act; th¢ acGouttis do n(x accord tbose records; the accounts th) not compli" iiith ts appiLcab]e ryiJrtwits tcrtKerni￿ IF fo￿ aLvJ content of ￿cOUnts set out tn the CharitL¢S (Awounts And R¢p)rts) Re8uJations 2￿8 other than Jms. reqwemeni thai ￿ ￿￿nts gil'¢ aThJ fair m"h￿h is Th)t a TnAit¢rconsKkrEd of an ￿et￿n￿nI examinatio I have no ¢on¢ew a￿4 hair cott* across crther matters in corllKdion to ￿"bY"th aiktttion slM)uld FCA ASM Hou 103a Ke)'m¢r Road Haswcks Wesi Sussex BN6 8QL 1210512025 Pa8e 2

eli Voice or the Yebr E 30.11.24 Totsl 30.11.23 Totsl luttds un￿strICted tut Restricted futNJs Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM LX)nalionsand It8a¢ies 221,054 50.516 271,590 289,6()8 EXPEWDITURE ON RJi%ing ILthd 8.719 8.719 11,898 Ch4rl¢able adl%"Idts PracliLal siippxin io ￿ntIcIaTIeS 209.972 31,673 ?41,645 281,754 Tota] 218,691 3 1.673 2iO,364 293.652 TrJET INCOMEI{EXPENDITURE) 2,363 18,863 21,226 (3.9541 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds Lxought toTh&Trrd 6.777 6,777 10.731 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 9.140 18.863 28,(K)3 6,7TI The not¢s lom) pgrt of these linancial ststem¢nls Pa8e 3

30 Nni'¢Tn 2024 30.11.24 Toial 30.11.23 Totsl CURRENT ASSETS Cash at Ivnk 10,742 1&864 29,f 7,736 CREDrroRS AMo￿ts f8llin8ibJ¢ ￿111￿1) one Jt (1fj03) jI.603) {9)91 r4ET CURREf4T A&SETS 9.139 18.864 28,(K>3 6,777 TOTAL ASSETS LE&S CURR LIABILrriES 9.139 18.86d 28.(K)3 6.777 NET ASSETS 9.139 18,P 6.777 FUP4DS Unte5triCted fi Restric¢ed fthmls 9.139 18.V¥54 6,777 TOTAL FUNDS 2&IK13 6,777 The fir￿￿ti21 btal¢m¢nls ￿)￿*￿￿1 bj" Tk)ard of TnLStees dnd auti￿Ti￿ for issue ( ..￿th Zo2G. and were s￿￿0￿ itsE¢h8lfty.' Mr MamTr N C Tknm. Trumee

Tlieir Voice Note tste for the Ended 30 No ACCOUNTING POLICIES BRsi% uf prepxring thL. fIna￿telal ststemenL The li￿nG￿l $tateTn¢nls of the Ghatiry,. il'hich is a public IKn¢fLt elllih under FRS 102. hai'e ien pre￿red in a¢cordanee the Chariti¢s SORP (FRS 102) 'Accountmg and Re￿[tIng M. Ch8nties.' SLiiemeni of Recomtncndcd PractLCL' applicabl¢ to ¥harilics preprin8 their accoun1$ in accordance iiith the FinBncial R¢prtin8 Sian(tsrd appli¢able in tk UK and Republic of Ireland ￿Rs 102) (etT￿lI￿r l .lllnuatv 20191.. Fll]ancial R¢wning Standard 102 'Th¢ Fin8ncial Rewrtin8 SL2ndard applicable in th¢ UK Republic ol- Ireland. and the ch￿l(leS Act 2011. The flly￿1aI staiemenis bÈi'e I￿£￿ prepqrLd under th¢ Ill'sto￿al cost convention. Imcojne All income is recowsed in the Statelnenl of Fina￿1￿￿ Acliiities once charity. has cntiil¢m¢ni ¢0 th¢ fund4 It is probable thai the iM)me li?11 Et receii.ed and the am0￿1 ean Et measured reliab4'. Expthdilure LiabdiliL'S dTe rtOPTused a5 exrtndilure as soon a8 there 18 a legal or c()nstrUCtive obli8ation comnllttin8 the hariti. to that eX￿diturt, il is PTobabl¢ tkni a transfer ol ¥cononitc ELm¢fits iiill Et r¢qwr¢d iii setilanfflt and the amount ot the obli8auon can k Tn¢a5UT¢d reliabl).. EIFEnditure is accoLlliied tor on an a¢crua15 knsis ￿ld h85 Een classified under heading$ that a88re8aie Èll cosi r¢laied to th¢ cale8tsrn. I￿￿ere costs cannot be dire£tlv aitribuied lu pdllsruiar headiTV th¢}. httve bE¢n allwat&J to a¢tiiiti¢s on a basis wnsistent the us¢ or rcsourccs. T8s*tlon The Lharity. exempt from tLx on lis ci)aritsble actii'iti¢s. Fund ￿￿O￿￿￿1g UnTe.5￿cl￿ fun(ts can in accordan￿ iiith ihe clyJTitsble objective5 al the di%cTeli(?n Of the trlls1ees. Restrictd can onl). be used tor particular restricted pwes ￿1th1n the oty.etts of thc Ch￿lty. R¢stri¢tions ix i4'I￿n ¥t¢itLed M. ihe donor or ii.hen flmds are raised for p￿ICular restricied Pu￿5¢s. Fwther eKpiwiion ofthe nBIuT¢ Jnd putwse of ¢o¢h fund is included in the notes to th¢ fjnèncial statements. Pen%lon costs gnd other poJl-Tetlrement benellt8 The cl￿1￿. o¥YrdtC5 a dLtIAed contribution ￿510￿ scheme. Contribuiiong p￿,able lo the chariti"'5 scheme are clw8ed to the SLqlemcnt of Financial Aclii'ities in the penod to iibich the!. relate. RAISING FUNDS Rxising donat￿n5 iegack% 30.11.24 30.11.23 Swwt costs 8,719 11.898 P88e 5 Continued..

Thesr Voice rciT lh￿ Ytrdr F.nded.10 Noirint TRUSTEES, REMUNERATiofq AD4D BEf4EFrrs I'here ￿￿Te no trust¢¢s' remu￿TatiOn or othei benefits for the l'ear ended 30 Noi"¢rn￿r 2024 noT for tk )'¢ar ended 30 Nove￿i￿1 2023. Trustes' ex￿￿￿¢S 'I'h¢re were no tr￿SIeeS, exFnses paid f(>r the )ear end￿ 30 NovemExr 2024 Dor for the year ertded 30 Noi'¢tniKr 2023. STAFF coKrs The avera8e n￿￿thI1. of emploJLs durll)8the Jear was as follthi%'. 30.11.24 30.11.23 mAT￿BeMent stsff Adrninigtraiion sL8ff No emplovees receiivd emoluments in ¢k¢¢SS of £60,(KK). COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMEiYf OF Y￿ANCIAL ACTJVJTIES Unrestii¢t¢d Restricted Totsl fullds INCOME AP4D ENDOWMENfs FROM txinations bnd le8acie5 274,698 15,(KK> 289.698 EXPENDITURE ON Rtt152n8 till￿5 11,898 11,898 ChY4ritabl¢ actli'itl¢s Ptacii¢al supwt to Ertnfiol￿i¢s 266.754 15,(KN) 281.7>4 Tot 278,652 15,(KK> 293.652 NET INCOMFJ{EXPENDITURII 13,954) 13.954) RECONCJLIATION OF FtJr4DS Total I'urKis brought fi)TU"brd 10,731 10.73 1 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 6.777 6.777 Pa8e 6 continucd...

Their Voice oies to the for the y&￿Ended 10 Noi CREDITORS: AMOUIYTS FALLING DUE WITHIN OIYE YEAR 30.11.24 30.11.23 Trade Creditors ,603 9)9 MOVEMENr IN FUt+lDS Ai 1.12.23 movement Jn fun(L% 30.1124 UnreJlTiCted funds G¢neTAI fund 6,777 2,362 9,139 Rest]Ict¢d fund$ TNL Lommunits" Fund Alben Hunl TTUSI Cir¥. Brid8c Found&tion co-op HenrF' Smith ChArits' RotaTr' Club (ht¢d Si¥an Mountsin Trust The KFC Foundation 5.002 23 6,808 579 21 6,8( 579 3,283 2.350 814 2.350 814 18,864 18.864 TOTAL FUNDS 6,777 21,226 28.IK)I Net ￿01'ement in W included in th¢ abo1"¢ ar¢ as follows.. Incomin8 r¢50UTC¢S Resources MoiEment in fwid$ UnMtTleted funds G¢n2ral fluxi •21.054 {218,6921 2,362 Reytrfeted funds TNL CONUn￿lty. Fund ATrEKrt Hunt Twst Cits. Bridge Foundation co(Ip HenTh' Smith Charity. RotaTr' Club OK"ted Sii"an Momtain TnLSt ThL KFC F(iundatitsn Ail¢n Lane Fowthtion BNt YorLshiTe Building S￿Iety io.(x 3.0(X) l i,l(K) 1,036 (4.9981 (2,9771 (43921 14571 (5,7171 5,002 6,808 579 3.283 5(X) (1.65(>) (1,686) (7.0(KJ) (1,0￿) 11,4LI)) 2.3S) 814 2,i(M) 50,536 (11,6721 18.864 TOTAL FUNDS 271.590 (250.-164) 21,226 P88e 7 continued...

Their Voice Notes io the Fi ci&1 S enis co fi)r the YLar F.ndL,d 30 Ni)ieml)er 2024 MOVEMEKf FUP4DS- ¢otttknued Cfjmpxrntli# for tho%"emtht In ffiJnd$ N¢t moiEmeni in funds At .12.22 Ai 30.11.23 Unrestricted fund5 General fund 10,731 13,9541 6,777 TOTAL FLMIS 13.9541 6.777 COM￿rdi]iTe net moi'emeni in fu￿15. incI￿led in the a￿7¢ ate as folloiis". ItJcomin8 resou￿¢$ Re*urces MONEn￿nt runds UnrtstAttsd (y¢ncral fund 274,698 {278,6521 {3,951) RestActed funds Foi,le fr'outmlaiion MoJTi.%ons St Jarnes, PIA¢e li.(KKI} 17,51XJI i? J(N)I 7,) 2,5 IS.￿0 115.IM)} TOTAL FufqDS 289.698 129),652} A current 12 I￿nthS ptiOT }'eBr 12 months combu￿1 position 15 as folloHE.' Net rnOi¢m¢TLt Ai 30 11.24 1.12.22 Un￿$t￿cted General fimd 10.731 11.592) 9,139 R¢stritted fvnd5 TNL CommLmits. Fund Albert HLmt Trust Citv Brid8e Foundation co4)p Hem?. Smith ChaFity Roiary Club (Tried Mounthin Trust The KFC Foundation 7,002 23 6,808 i79 3283 5,002 23 6,808 i79 3283 2.350 814 2.350 814 18,864 18,864 TOTAL FUNDS 10.731 17,272 Pa8e 8 cotttinued...

ncial Siaiemenis- Lont lor the Y¢ar Ended 30 No1'em￿r 2024 MOVEMKNf IN FUNDS- wntlnutd A CUJTenl l'ear 12 months ￿ld ptioi 12 iTK)nths combinoj ncl tnovement in fLuMJs. itKlud¢d th¢ are as folloivs.. Incomin8 tEsources Resoiirces p¢n(kd Moirment Unres¢ricled ￿ndS C7en¢ral fund 495,752 {497,344) (1,5921 Re3ttkted fund5 TNt. Communitt" Fund Fw 1¢ foundation Momsons St James, Place Albert l.lunl Tnjsl Citv Brid8e fow)d8tion CO-UP Henn" Smsth ChaTiN' Rotsry. ClubOKttxI Siiin Mountsin Tn￿t Th¢ kF.C FounLlalion Allen L8ne Foundaiim BNI 10.CKK) 14,998} 15.0(K)I 17.5QM)I 12,i(KJl 1?,9771 14,2921 14571 15,717) 149)) 11.6501 5,(K)2 7.ilK) ?.5￿) 21 6,808 579 3,283 11,100 9.0(K) i(K) 4.0(K) 2,5(K) 7,0(Xl 1,0 1,4 2,350 814 (7,0￿) (1,0￿) (1.4￿) Yoik5hire BuJldin8 Soc]e￿. 65,536 {46,672) 18.864 TOTAL Fuf4DS i61,288 1544,016} 17,272 RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There Ive￿ no rel&*d psrty tyansjciions for the yeHr end¢d 10 Noi"embeT 2024. Page 9

The￿ Voi Stai fuT ￿ Yvur F. oiembet 2024 30.1124 30.11.23 Dong4tlons and kg4¢kJ Gills tk>natK)ll5 (iitl aid Grants Deliio' charse 1￿me 14.997 24?,685 3.4f 278,625 1.072 10.(KK> 7,873 2.575 271.55Y) 289.698 Total incomiThg 271,59X) 289,698 arftable Wa8es &KiBI wurity P¢nsions Ras atKI h•¢ Ills￿all¢e Telephone Lklii"ery' ¢osts Hospital bags Cot4 bu￿¢5. ￿th$ etc Communin. ¢￿Id[¢n.$ ￿Ck$ tk)naiions inkind 3].￿)7 3203 4.237 44,705 5.266 10.920 509 4.89) 6,467 1,424 2.808 26) 208.486 31,679 I￿,(￿)5 241,028 281.754 Reni & rates Telephone POsla￿ arKI ststior£ry' Adi'¢rtiSUJ8 Office costs 3,IfAJ 516 114 22L 6.109 tnfornwtwtt tedmoloy. 727 Coll5uitancv fees 11.898 Totsl resourccs eNwded 2A)J64 293.652 Net kncOn￿{e￿peThd¥1￿rtI 21,226 13.954) This rA8tikcs fonn rArt of th¢ fmatxial stst¢tllcnts gelo

Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Their Voice

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Their Voice

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Their Voice (the Trust) for the year ended 30 November 2024.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a registered member of FCA which is one of the listed bodies.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Shahram Moallemi FCA ASM Chartered Accountants ASM House 103a Keymer Road Hassocks West Sussex BN6 8QL

12/05/2025 Date: .............................................

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