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2024-12-31-accounts

Charity Number: 1178651

CYSTERS

DRAFT ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

CYSTERS

CONTENTS
Page
Company Information 1
Trustees’ Annual Report for the period 2
Independent Examiner's Report on The Accounts 9
Income and Expenditure Account 10
Statement of Financial Position 11
Statement of Financial Activities 12
Notes to the Financial Statements 13

CYSTERS

COMPANY INFORMATION

Charity Registration number

1178651

Registered office

Womens Enterprise Community HUB 249 Ladypool Road Birmingham

B12 8LF

Bankers

Hallifax Ltd. Virgin Mondy

United Kingdom

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CYSTERS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

SORP
reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity
as set out in its governing document		 Para 1.17 The purposes of the CIO are:
To preserve and protect the physical and mental health
of women in the UK with reproductive health issues and
the public at large by:
Providing a confidential space for women to access
support and advice, providing forums, events and group
sessions that encourages members within the
community to receive support and guidance;
Raising awareness within the community about
reproductive health issues,
Providing relief or assistance to such women their
families or dependents of such women who need
assistance and in the interest of social welfare providing
recreational facilities for such patients and their families
and dependents.
Working in collaboration with other similar groups for
members of the community to engage with service
providers, to enable those providers to adapt services to
better meet the needs of the community.
Developing and sharing evidence-based resources and
signposting to inclusive health and support services.
Delivering health-related education to BAME
communities and the wider public, addressing health
misinformation, and empowering underrepresented
individuals, particularly in relation to make informed
decisions and take control of their wellbeing.
To advance equality and diversity for the public benefit
eliminating health inequalities or discrimination on the
grounds of age, disability, sexuality, gender, class,
culture or race.
Conducting and supporting research and sharing
findings with the public.
To pursue any other exclusively charitable purposes
permitted under the law of England and Wales, as the
charity trustees may determine from time to time.

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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.		 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		 Cysters advances its charitable aims by:
•
Educating
and
raising
awareness
of
menstrual, reproductive, and mental health, with
a
focus
on
marginalised
and
racialised
communities that experience persistent health
inequalities.
•
Collaborating with the NHS, universities, and
other third-sector partnersto deliver accurate,
evidence-based
information
and
to
help
healthcare providers engage more effectively
with underserved groups.
•
Supporting research and data gatheringon
menstrual and reproductive health, ensuring
that the lived experiences of underrepresented
communities inform future policy and practice.
•
Building a trusted peer communitywhere
individuals can access safe, confidential support
to
protect
their
mental
wellbeing
during
diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care.
•
Hosting public events and workshopson
menstrual and reproductive health to challenge
stigma,
share
resources,
and
empower
individuals to make informed decisions about
their bodies and health.
These activities directly further the charity’s purposes by
improving access to information, reducing health
inequalities, and promoting equality and inclusion
across the communities we serve.
Statement confirming whether the
trustees have had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity Commission on
public benefit		 Para 1.18 Yes, and we refer to the guidance issued by the Charity
Commission
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference
Policy on grant making Para 1.38 N/A
Policy on social investment including
program related investment		 Para 1.38 N/A
Contribution made by volunteers Para 1.38 N/A
Other
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference
Policy on grant making Para 1.38 N/A
Policy on social investment including Para 1.38 N/A
program related investment
Contribution made by volunteers Para 1.38 N/A
Other

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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 In 2024 Cysters strengthened its role as a leading voice
for reproductive justice and health equity, creating
tangible improvements for beneficiaries and
measurable benefits for society.
Empowering Marginalised Communities
•
Provided evidence-based education and peer
support to thousands of people from racialised
and marginalised backgrounds, enabling them
to make informed decisions about reproductive
and mental health. Using our network of
doctors we blend community and medical
information.
•
Distributed free menstrual products across
Midlands communities through our period-
poverty initiative, removing a key barrier to
health, education and employment.
Shaping Policy and Practice
•
Influenced national policy through contributions
to the All-Party Parliamentary Groups for
Women’s Health and Endometriosis, helping to
embed the experiences of underrepresented
communities into debates on period poverty,
endometriosis care and abortion
decriminalisation.
•
Supported researchers and healthcare
providers to design more inclusive studies and
services, ensuring that minority voices are
considered in future healthcare planning.
Advancing Public Awareness and Education
•
Reached a growing national and international
audience through digital campaigns on
menstrual justice and chronic illness, using
social media and online platforms to challenge
misinformation and stigma.
•
Delivered high-impact events, workshops and a
hybrid conference, opening up conversations
on racial justice, reproductive rights and mental
health that inspire allyship and wider social
change.
Building Sustainable Networks
•
Deepened partnerships with organisations
such as Endometriosis UK, Eve Appeal, Taraki,
the Reproductive Justice Initiative and
Wellbeing of Women, creating a coordinated
movement for systemic change in healthcare
and education.
•
Strengthened a trusted peer-support
community, both in person and online, so
beneficiaries feel less isolated during diagnosis
and treatment.
Demonstrable Difference
Beneficiaries report greater confidence in navigating
healthcare, improved mental wellbeing and a stronger
sense of solidarity. Healthcare partners benefit from
insight that helps them design culturally competent
services.

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Additional information (optional)

You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

Achievements against objectives set Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 We have engaged with various communities to educate
them around their reproductive and mental wellbeing.
Performance of fundraising activities
against objectives set		 Para 1.41 We hope to engage with paid researchers, and funding
opportunities this year. We have put in grant
applications with various universities to achieve this,
Investment performance against
objectives		 Para 1.41 N/A
Other

Financial Review

Review of the charity’s financial position
at the end of the period		 Review of the charity’s financial position
at the end of the period		 Para 1.21 The Organisation’s income has come from Esme
Fairbairn who we on a capacity building programme with
over the next 3 years.
Statement explaining the policy for
holding reserves stating why they are
held		 Para 1.22 As a new charity, all our income is reinvested in the
development and growth of the charity.
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 N/A
Reasons for holding zero reserves Para 1.22 At the moment we do not hold reserves as we are
operating a startup model, and we are not yet financially
independent besides grants and external funds. All our
income is reinvested in the development and growth of
the charity
Details of fund materially in deficit Para 1.24 We do not have any fund materially in deficit
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 N/A
Investment policy and objectives
including any social investment policy
adopted		 Para 1.46 N/A
A description of the principal risks facing
the charity		 Para 1.46 N/A
Other

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Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts: Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)		 Para 1.25 CIO Foundation Model 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 As per our Constitution, there must be at least three
charity trustees. There is no maximum number of charity
trustees that may be appointed to the CIO.
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures adopted for the
induction and training of trustees		 Para 1.51 Reviewing guidance from Charities Commission
The charity’s organisational structure
and any wider network with which the
charity works		 Para 1.51 N/A
Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 N/A
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name CYSTERS
Other name the charity uses N/A
Registered charity number 1178651
Charity’s principal address 249 Ladypool Road
Birmingham
B12 8LF

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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 (if
any)
1 Neelam Heera Chair
2 Fayee Yee Van
Heeran
3 Dr Aziza Sesay
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

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		 N/A
Name and objects of the charity
on whose behalf the assets are
held and how this falls within the
custodian charity’s objects		 N/A
Details of arrangements for safe
custody and segregation of such
assets from the charity’s own
assets		 N/A

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Additional information (optional) Additional information (optional) Additional information (optional) Additional information (optional) 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)
Neelam Heera Founder and Chair
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
N/A

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)
Full name(s)
Position (e.g.
Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date		 Neelam Heera
Neelam Heera
Chair
24/09/2025

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CYSTERS

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
Report to the trustees
On accounts for the year
ended
Set out on pages		 Charity Name: CYSTERS
31 DECEMBER 2024 Charity no (if any) 1178651
9, 10, 11, 12 and 13

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity “CYSTERS” for the year ended 31/12/2024. Responsibilities and basis As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in of report accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 under Section 145. I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

The CYSTERS gross income currently not exceeding £250,000 and I am qualified to Independent examiner's undertake the examination by being a qualified member of The Association of statement Accounting Technicians Body.

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

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.

Signed:
Name:
Relevant professional
qualification(s) or body (if
any):		 Date: 24/09/2025
David K. Asare
MAAT (Licence No. 1007528)

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CYSTERS

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Notes
Total Income
2
Direct Expenses
Gross Profit
General Administrative Expenses
Excess Income over Expenditure
INCOME SURPLUS ACCOUNT
Balance as of 06 December 2023
Income Surplus/Deficit for the Period
Balance as of 31 DECEMBER 2024		 2024
£
43,891.22
-
43,891.22
(2,359.35)
41,531.87
2,500.00
41,531.87
44,031.87		 2023
£
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
2,500.00

The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

The notes on pages 11 – 13 form part of these financial statements.

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CYSTERS

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

Notes
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
5
Cash at bank
CREDITORS:amounts falling due
within one year
6
NET CURRENT ASSETS
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
ACCUMULATED FUNDS
Restricted Funds
7
Unrestricted funds
7		 2024
£
-
-
44,031.87
44,031.87
-
44,031.87
44,031.87
-
44,031.87
44,031.87		 2023
£
-
-
2,500.00
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
2,500.00

Audit Exemption Statement

For the year ending 31/12/2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

Directors’ Responsibilities

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts

These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies’ regime.

The financial statements were approved and authorised by the Directors on 01/09/2025 and signed on their behalf, by:

Neelam Heera Chair

The notes on pages 11 – 13 form part of these financial statements.

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CYSTERS

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Notes
INCOMING RESOURCES
Incoming resources from generated
funds:
Voluntary income
2
TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Charitable activity costs
Event and Project
General Administration Expenses
Governance costs
4
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
MOVEMENT IN TOTAL FUNDS
FOR THE YEAR – NET INCOME
FOR THE YEAR
Total funds on 06 December 2023
TOTAL FUNDS AT 31 DECEMBER
2024		 Restricted
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Un-
restricted
Funds
£
43,891.22
43,891.22
-
(2,359.35)
-
(2,359.35)
41,531.87
2,500.00
44,031.87		 Total Funds
2024
£
43,891.22
43,891.22
-
(2,359.35)
-
(2,359.35)
41,531.87
2,500.00
44,031.87

The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

The notes on pages 11 – 13 form part of these financial statements.

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CYSTERS

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

1.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller entities (effective June 2002).

1.2 Income

Income represents amounts receivable from the principal activity of the company through donation form organisations and grants.

1.3 Depreciation

Depreciation has been provided at the following rates to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives.

Equipment 20% straight line

1.4 Going Concern

At the balance sheet date, the net current assets and total net assets were £44,031.87 and £44,031.87 respectively. The company is dependent on the support of its Donors, which the directors have confirmed will continue. It is on this premise that the accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis. In addition to this, the company has adequate liquid resources to meet its operational expenses in the foreseeable future.

2.
SUMMARY OF INCOME
Trade Income
Voluntary Income
Government Grants
Donations
Event ticket sales
Other income
3.
SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURE
Project Expenses
Salaries & Wages
Travel Expenses
Internet & Telephone Expenses
Administrative Expenses
Printing & Stationery
Legal & Professional Fees
Accountancy, Bookkeeping & Other Services
Bank Charges & Interest Expenses
Taxation
Subscription Fees		 2024
£
2,977.00
-
40,000.00
-
-
914.22
43,891.22
2024
£
1,152.60
-
1,129.20
-
75.00
-
-
-
2.55
-
-
2,359.35		 2023
£
-
-
-
2,500.00
-
-
2,500.00
2023
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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CYSTERS

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

4. GOVERNANCE COSTS 2024 2023
£ £
Legal and Professional fees - -
- -
5. DEBTORS 2024 2023
£ £
Amount due from donors - -
Other debtors -
- -
6. CREDITORS 2024 2023
£ £
Amounts falling due within one year
Loan and other amounts due to Directors - -
Accruals - -
-
7.
STATEMENT OF FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
General funds
Restricted funds
Sub total
Total of funds		 Brought
Forward
£
2,500.00
-
2,500.00
2,500.00		 Incoming
Resources
£
43,891.22
-
43,891.22
43,891.22		 Resources
Expended
£
(2,359.35)
-
(2,359.35)
(2,359.35)		 Carried
Forward
£
44,031.87
-
44,031.87
44,031.87

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