TRIANGULAR CIO Annual Report and Accounts For the period ended 315t March 2025 Charity regSstratfon number 1178903
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Trustees Eyob Halle Nabiha Dlko Mesal Mulu8eta Nelat Habtom lama Jama Notash Moghaddam Charlty nurnber 1178903 Addr•is TrlanBular CIO 273 High Street Gateshead NE8 IEP Independent •xamSh•r GTe5ham and Gale 14 FountaSn Street Gulsborough T514 6PP 8ankers Lloyds Bank
Trlan8ular C.l.O.-Annual Report and Accounts CONTENTS Trustees. report pa8e 3 to 15 Independent examinerfs report page 16 Statement of flnanclal actlvlttes page 17 8alance sheet pa8e 18 Notes to the flnancial statements page 19 to 24
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31" MARCH 2025 The Trustees present thelr report and unaudlted accounts for the perlod ended 31" March 2025. The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accotjnting pollcies set out in note I to the accounts and comply wlth the charlty's governln8 document, the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporyng by Charides., Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts In accordance with the Financlal Reporfjn8 Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021" las amended for account1ng perlods commenclng from lsilanuary 20161, OBJEcfivES AND ACTIVITIES The objects of the CIO are to.. advance the education and trainSng of those 8ranted refugee status, 5eekln8 asylum, recent migrants and their dependents In need thereof so as to advance them in life and to assSst them to adapt to a new communitvi and, advance the education of the publlc In general about the issues relatln8 to refugees, asylum seeker5 and ImmSgrants. Collaborate wlth other slmllar refu6ee. and new ml8rant-led groups to SUPPOrt asylum seekers, refugees, and new ml8rants, ensurln8 that every aspect of thelr Ilves Is improved. Our organSsatSon prlmarlly provlde5 Advice, Informatlon. and Guidance IAIGI across key areas Intludln8 employment, housing, volunteerin& lan8ua8e support. and effective signpostlng. Alongside thls, we work collaboratlvely wlth other refugee- and migrant.led or8arslsatlons tts address shared challenges, coordlnate support, and advocate collectlvely for the well-bein8 and progressioTh of our beneflcièries. In addltlon to our core AIG provlslon, we deslgn and delivertargeted projects respondln8to crltlcal and emer8ln8 needs such as dl8ltal excluslon, mental healih, and physical well-belng. These inltiatlve5 are shaped by Ilved experience and on8oin8 community consultation, with a particular focus on individua15 and lamilies who have been dlsproporllonately affected by the rlsing tosl of Ilvin8. Through th15 work, we alm to improve access to essential resources, strengthen resilience, and support long-term well-being, ensuring our interventions lead to tanglble Improvernent5 in people's daily Ilves. We are committed to enablin8 refugees and new migrants who are often margSnalised due to social, economic, and Structural barrlers to achSeve a high quallty of life. Our servSces sUPPOrt integfatlon by helpSng people bulld confldence, develop skllls, establlsh support networks, form new relationships, and contrlbute economlcally and socially to thelr local communities. We do thi5 by desl8ninB accessible, inclusive servlces that fill gaps In mainstream provSsion, ensuring that no one is excluded due to langua8e, culture, immigration status, or lack of digital access. Inclusivity and open access are central to our mission and underpln our approach to Inte8ration. Beyond direct Service delivery. we actively engage in research, consultation, and policy-influencing activitv related to the communlties we support. As our work has evolved, we have recognlsed that meeting individual needs alone is not sufficient. Many of the challen8es laced by our beneficlaTle5 are rooied In systemic Inequalities that perpetuate poverty, disadvantage, and dlscrlmlnation. With multi-year funding from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, we are strengthenin8 our work in advocacy and systems change. This includes supporting refu8ee-led and migrant-led cornmunity groups to organise, build capacity, and Collectively advocate, not only
Trlan8ular C.l.O.-Annual Report and Accounts for chan8es to individual policies, but a150 for fairer declsion-making processes that shape the condition5 affectln8 their lives. Our charity was founded by former refugees wlth flrst-hand experience of navigating the UK 5y5tem and rebuildin8 their lives. This lived experience has been central to our success in engaginB refugee communities and deliverin8 trusted, effective, and culturally responslve services. Triangular was esiab1ished in 2014 and operates prlmarily from three community hubs in Gateshead, Newcastle, and Sunderland, sUPPOrted by a committed team of over 25 volunteers. As demand for our seNices Brew and our work expanded, our trustees took the decision to formally incorporate the or8ani59tSon In lune 2018, strengthening our 8overnan¢e, accountabS11ty, and transparency, ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE This year, we dellvered our core Servi of personallzed, one-on-onei person-centred advlce, Informatlon, and Idance, alongslde varlous targeted projects, reachln8 a total of 1527 unSque Indlvlduals. Al Thanks to the grants secured from various Trusts and Foyndatlons through restrlcted and unrestricted funding, we have been able to sustain our effort5 In supporting refugees, asylum seekers, and vulnerable migrants from east Europe, These Individuals are often among the most disadvantaged, struggling to navigate instltutional systems due to culiurol and lin8uSstic barriers. Many arrive wlth Ilttle understandlng of how to access e55entlal servSces or advocate for their ri8hts in a new and unfamlllar context. The people we support are prlmarlly rÈc•nt arrlvals IlvSn8 In some of the most deprlved neS8hbourhoods In Tyne and Wear. They face significant ecgnomic and health challen8es, many of which have been compounded by the lastin8 imparts of Covld.19 and the on8oln8 COSt-of.1Sving crisls. These compounded dbfficultles place additlonal straln on their 6bllity to Integrate and thrlve In thelr new envlronment. Many of those we 45s1st experlen¢e complex, oveTlappln8 Issues that requlre a tallored and hollstSc approach. Our support extends beyond immediate needs,, we provide guidance and asslstance across multiple areas. IncludSng benefits, housin& ernploymeni, and general well-bein8. Where needed, we f3cilltate referrals and arrange external support, such as le8al advice or spetSa112ed services, ensurln8 that no Issue is left unaddressed. We deliver thi5 SUPPOrt through our weekly drop-in sessions In Newcastle, Gateshead and now increasin8ly in Sunderland, where Indivlduals tan book l-to-l appointments for personalized asslstance. These sessions also foster a sense of community, offerin8 a welcoming space where people can have a coffee. share thelr experlences, and connert wlth others. Thls Informal 5ettlng helps to bulld trust and reduce Isolation, which Is partlcularly crlticol for recent arrlvals. Most of the Indlvlduals we support requlre Intenslve as5Sstance for 5ever31 month5 while we work together to resolve their irnmediate challen8es. Once these Issues are addre55ed, they often remain en838ed wllh our services but at a less Intenslve level, reaching out as needed for8uidance orto partlcipate in community-bullding actlvities. This ongoin8 engagement allows us to maintain a strong tonnecllon and ensures that they have a reliable support network as they navigate thelr journey toward Stability and self-sufficiencv. The needs of our beneficiaries continue to encompass a wlde range ol area5, includinB'. Houslng Support: Asslstance wlth flndin8 shelter, accesslng housing benefits, managlng utllltles, and obtaining furnishin8S. Educatlon: Guidance on navigatin8 the welfare system, accessin8 onllne servlces, and understandlng rl8hts and entltlemer¢ts. Lan8ua8e: Support to overcorne lan8ua8e barrSers. Cultural B•rrlers: Help with adaptlng to cultural differences and building integration.
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts Employment: Assistance with qualification recognition, CV writlng, job applications, and interview preparation. Beneflts: Guidance on accessin8 Universal Credit, PIP, Tax Credlts, Chlld Benefits, and other entitlement5. Hèalth and Mèntal Hèalth: Support for exercise, soclal networking, engagin8 in ictivities, and pursulng interests to improve well-being. Imml8ratlon: Asslstance and SiBllp05ting to services such as the Northeast Law Centre and local solicitors. Soclal SeNlce$: Informatlon on entitlements, available services, and how to access them. S•lf-Employment Support: Guldance on startln8 an enterprlse, becoming a sole trader, or developin8 a small-to-medlum enterprlse ISMEI. Sl8npostln8: Referral to statutory and non-statutory mainstream SLtpport servlces forfurther assistance. These prlority areas reflect ihe dSverse and evolvln8 needs of our beneflclarles, and our approach Is dellberatelv holistic, en5urin8 that Indivlduals recelve lolned.up supporl that addresses multlple challenges slmultaneouslv and effectlvely, The grants secured durlnB thls perlod were instrumental in releasing trustees from day-to-day aéminSstratlve pressures, enabling them to focus more strategScally on dlre£t seNlce delivery, volunteer management, and project plannin8. This shlft has helped ensure the charlty continues to develop steadily whlle providln8 conslstent, high.quality support to beneflciaries. DurlnB this time, we completed a comprehensive review of the charlty's core pollcles and developed a buslness and sustainèblllty plan that responds to the current soclal. economlc, and fundlng envlronment. These Improvements have placed the or8anlsatlon In a stron8èr p051tlDn to desl8n a clearer fundln8 stratew and secure increased levels of core-funded support. Over the past year, we were able to reach more people than In prevlous years and provldÈ more intensive, tallored support. Thls Was made p0551ble by the appoSntment of a Fundralslng Mana8er, which slgnlflcantly reduced pressure on trustees and volunteers. As a result, more tlme could be dedicated to developSn8 hlgh- quality projects, stren8thenin8 8overnance, and ensurinB that the pollcies anLI systems required of a re8lStered charity were robust and fSt for purpose. Several key policies were revlewed and updated, and Improved data. collectlon and recording systems were Introduced to strengthen accountability, learning, and reportin8. You Peo Thanks to fundin8 secured from varlous trusts and foundations, we were able to $18nificantly strengthen and expand our youn8 people's pro8ramme. This investment enabled us to dellver a range of youth.led, creative, and developmental projects that support young people from refugee and mlgrant backgrounds to bulld confidence, leadershlp skills, and p051tlve futures. L¢adetshlp Development ProqMmm¢ Funded by the Younq ChGnqemoker5 Fund.. This programme created safe, inclusive spaces lor young people from refugee and mlgrant bickgfounds to take the lead on issues that matter tc them. Through weekly youth-led 5esslons, workshops, and community events, participants were supported to design, deliver, and evaluate activities including youth club. community clean- ups, peer mentoring, and local advocacy Initiatives. As wlth many ¢ommunily-l*d projects, we fatèd eh8llen8es dur5n8 de15very. A key155ue was the Inltlal hesitancy of some youn8 people to step into leadership roles, often due to low confidence, past experiences of dlsplacement, or uncertainty about speakin8 publicly or engaglng wlth authority figure5. In response. we adapted our approach by embeddln8 more confldence-building activities and starting with small, peer-led
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts exercises before progressing to larger public-facing events. This gradual, supportive approach enabled participants to grow in confidence and increasingly take on visible leadership roles. The programme also strengthened our Young People's Steerin8 Committee. Rather than being consulted on projects alone, youn8 people are now actively involved in shaping organisational priorities, contrlbuting to governance discussions, and 5UPPOrting project design and delivery 3long5ide the board. Thi5 repre5ent5 a meanin8ful shift towards youth leadership within the organisation. Creatlve Medla Project Funded by BBC Children in Need and Youth Muslc ITmllblozerJ.' Our Creative Medla project hès been one of thÈ m05t popular elements of our youth offer. Dellvered throu8h multiple weekly se5slons, the project focused on creatlve media skills including podcasting, music production, and performance. We partnered wlth a local muslc 5tudlo and dellvered pro8rammes thot were chosen and Shaped by the young people themselves. To support thls work, we transformed underused storage spaces wlthin our centre Into dedicated studlo and music practice areas, creatln8 accessible and welcomSnB creative environments, The impact has been significant.. two young people have formed a band and are now peTformin8 at gi85 across Tyne and Wear, while others have developed technlcal skills in sound recofdln& edltlng, and d58ltal content creatlon. The prolect has b005ted confidence, teamwork, and sell-expresslon, whlle openln8 up potentlal pathways into creative Industrie5. ClSmat• Chan8• Prol•ct Funded by the Enerqy 5ovlnq Trust Th¥ou8h th15 project, we supported youn8 people to educate themselves about climate Change and to ralse awarene5S Wlthln their communlties. Partlcipants from diverse countries of ori8ln worked tOBether to explore how climate change dlspropoftionately affects dlsadvanta8ed ar¥d marglnalSsed communltle5. Youn8 people led the productlon of multllln8ual leaflets, facllltated Communlty workshops, and produced a YouTube video on climaie ¢h3nEe that they scripted, filmed, and directed themselve5. The video was presented at Gateshead Council, altended by the Mayor, the Chief Executive, and local councillors. Thi5 experience was transformatlonil for many partlclpants, demonslratln8 that thèlr voltes could reach people In posltSons of power. A5 a result, yourg people eXpssed a strong deslre to contlnue thelr advocacy work, Includln8 lobbying local authoritSes to direct more resource5 towards deprived areas across Tyne and Wear. Some also wish to engage In national-level advocacy calling on central govemment to addre55 practlces such as the durnplng of environmentally harmful Industrlal waste In developlng countries an Issue that dlrectly affects many of the countrie5 thelr famllies come from. Ouke of EdSnburgh's Award Programme In addltlon. Triangular 55 now a reglstered Duke of Edlnburgh's Award IDofEI centre. We have supported manv youn8 people to complete awards at diffe¥ent leve15, including volunteering, skills development, and expeditions. The programme has been extremely well received, particularly for the way it builds mental and physical reslllence. teamwork, leadership, ènd communication 5ki11s. Young people reported increased confidenee, stron8er peer relatlonshlps. and a 8reater sense of achlevement through completin8 the awards. Our advocacy work is rooted Sn community organislng and capacity bulldlng, working In partnership with refuEee- and migrant-led community groups to ensure that lived experience informs local decision-makin8. Over
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts the past year, we have collaborated with many smaller community groups, sUPPOrting them to identify shared priorities, build collective voice, and advocate effectively for the rights and needs of their communities and beneficiaries. Wlth suppon from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, we expanded this work by engagSng and developing new leaders from refugee and newly arrived mlgrant communities. fhrou8h tailored trainlng, peer learning, and one- to.one support. emerging community leader5 were supported to understand local systems. develop advocacv sk1115, and participate confidently in strategic conversations with statutory bodies and decision-makers. Our advocacy efforts extend well beyond traditional consultatlon. We have actlvely scrutlnised the use of police powers affecting racialised and mlgrant communities, campal8ned for the felease and ¢ommunlty use of long- term empty properties, and encouraged members of refu8ee and mi8rant communities to take up trustee roles wlthin mainstream or8anisations. This work has helped amplify refu8ee voices in spaces where they are often under-represented, shlftlng power towards more Incluslve and representatlve declslon-makln8. Housln8 has been a key focus of our advocacy. We have challenged poor houslng conditlon5 and pushed for falrer, more dignified solutions for refugees and asylum seekers. As part of a citywide campaiBn, we have lobbied local politicians and statutory agencies to addresg the prolon8ed use of hotels for asylum accommodation, advocating instead for stable, community.based housin8 Options that support inle8iation. wellbeing, and famlty Our engagement has Included regular meetln85 and forums wlth key stakeholders such as Newcastle and Gateshead Councll teams, the Ml8rallon Advlsory Model IMAM), and the Cltywlde Partnershlp. We have also worked closely with influential indivlduals includlng Dr Hari Shukla, Pollce and Crime Commi55ioner Klm McGulnnes5, ènd local Members of Parliament Chl Onwurah and lan Mearn5. These relatlonships have enabled us to ralse concern5 directly, Influence local discusslons, and ensure that the volces of refugee and mi8rant communltles are heard at the hi8he5t levels. Our advocacy and community or8anisSng work has stren8thened community leadership, bullt collective confidence, and contributed to more Informed, Incluslve, and accountable deci5ion-makln8 acros5 Tyne and Wear. Skllls Develo ment ment ESOL • d DI Ital Thanks to funding Secured Irom various trusts and foundations, we Successfully delivered a dlgital skills programme Integrated into our weekly ESQL IEn8llsh for Speakers of Other L3nBuagesl and employrnent trainSng programmes, Thi5 Initiatlve comblned basic computer literacy with ESOL learning, offerlng participants a holistic and accessible learning experlence tallored to thelr individual needs and aimed at improvln8 employabillty and progression into work. The proBr3mme has led to 5ignlflcant indivldual and soclal Impact. Many partlcipants have progre55ed Into employment, including self-employment, as a direct result of 8aining irnproved digltal confidence, language skills, and practical knowledge of UK systems. AlonBslde thi5, the project incorporated a struclured volunteering pathway. 8er¢eficiaries were inltially supported to volunteer within their own cornmunity organisations, where they felt sale, understood, and confident. This approach helped build confidence gradually, enabling participants to later volunteer acros5 other communities and, ultlmately, with mainstream organlsatlons. The project has proven to be extrÈmÈly popular and ha5 8ddr•ss•d a critlcal need w¢thin the community. Many particlpant5 comè from background5 where digltal exclusion Is a major barrier. particularly women. who often face additional challen8es in a¢¢esslng technolo8y and dl8ltal resources, Through practlcal, hands-on tralnln8, the programme equipped participants with essential diBltal skills, increased confidence, and Improved access to employment opportunltles.
Trlan8u14r C.l.O.- Annual Report and A¢¢ounts Feedback consistently highlights the transformatlve Impact of the project, supportSng participants to build the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to navigate both the modern workforce and wider society more effectively. Sewln and Embfolde Pro ert Followin8 the successful complelion of our National Lottery Heritage Fund projed which generated exceptional outcomes and overwhelmingly positive feedback the trustees made a Strategic decision to continue the hefits8e work using reserve funds and unrestricted income. As a result, we currently run two weekly sewing and ernbfoidery sesslons for women from refugee backgrounds. Althou8h the project Is presently unlunded projett, It rernalns a core prlorlty due to Its profound Importance and Impact on the women Involved, and the trustees remain commltted to sustainin8 It. The ongoln8 success of the project Is demonstrated by the extraordlnary level of communlty en8a8ement. At the heart of the project 15 the empowerment of refu8ee women tttrou8h skllls development and creatlve expression. Partieipant5 engage in workshops focused on sewing, embroidery, fashion design, and textile crafts. These sessions have been particularly impactful. offering women the opportunity to showcase their Cultural heritage and artistic skills. From intrlcate embroidery techniques to vibrant fabric work, the programme fosters pride, confidence, and selféxpression while 0150 building practical, transferable skill5. Alon8slde the textlle and fashlon elements, the project has naturally evolved to Snclude re8ularwomen's cookln8 and bakln8 sèsslons, These actlvitles culmlnate Sn communlty celebratlons where tradltlonal food, dress, embroidery, music, and dance are shared and showcased. These events have been extremely popular and have Created powerful space5 for cultural exchange, mutual learnin& and community coheslon. They provide a platform for women to celebrate thelr Identltles. strengthen social connettions, and hlghli8ht the richness and dlversity that refugee communltles brln8 to the wider society. Food 8•nk Su The Food Bank has Increa51n8ly become one of our most essential and hl8h-demand 5ervlces over rhe past year, and th15 level of need is expected to continue. The majority of our beneficiaries are hlghly disadvantaged and marglnallsed families living in some of the most deprived areas In England, wlth many neighbourhoods falling within the lowest Ilm on the Index of Multiple Deprivatlon. Households often face persistent poverty, insecure income, and rlsing Ilvlng costs, rnakin8 It extremely difficult to meet baslc needs such as food. Demand for food 5UPPOrt has rlsen sharply as a result of the ongoin8 Cost-of-living and financial crise5, whlch have disproportionately affected refugee and mi8rant communitie5. Language barrlers, Insecure or low-pald employment, delays In accessln8 benefSt5, and Ilmited eli8ibility for mainstream support push many familles Into cr151s, leavln8 food banks as a vltal safety net. In partnership with smaller refugee-led community groups operating wlthin our comrnunity hubs, we deliver food bank Services live days a week across our three centres in Gateshead, Newtastle, and Sunderland. Collectively, we distrlbute more than ISO family food boxes each week, alongside two F3trShare surplus food deliverie5, ensuring culturally appropriate and dignified food 5UPPOrt for families and individuals in need. Beyond food provision, the service acts a5 a trusted point of contact, allowin8 US to identify wider issues such as debt, houslng Insecurity, and benefit entitlement. and to refer beneficiarie5 to addltSonal advice and support Services. A signlficant development this year has been the growln8 number of local residents from the surrounding nelghbourhoods, who are not from refugee or mi8ranf background5, accessing the food bank. While thi5 reflects the deepenlng cost-of.Ilvlng pre55ures affectlng the wider populatlon, It has also had a posltive Impact on
Trlangular C.l.O. - Annu•l Réport and Accounts community relations. The service has become a shared, inclusive space that brin8s together people from different backgrounds, strengthenlng social cohesion and reducing stl8ma around food poverty. Older Women's Flnanclal Reslllence Pro ect We have recently launched a new project thanks to a 8rant secured from Independent Age. Although the projett is still at an early stage, It has already highlighted the scale and urgency of need among older women from racially marglnalised communities. Early engagement has demonstrated that there is a slgnlfieant gap in accessible, culturally appropriate financial 8uidance for older women, particularly those from refugee and new mS8rant back8round5. The prolect Is being dellvered in some of the most deprlved areas of Newcastle and Gateshead, specifically tar8etin8 the wards of Elswick, Benwell & Scotswood In Newcastle. and Felling and Deckham in Gateshead. These areas are home to large numbers of older women from racially mlnoiltlsed communities who often experlence rnultlple dlsadvantage5, IncludSn8 low Income, soclal Isolatlon, language barrlers, and Ilmlted access to mainstream advice services. There has been strong interest in the project, and we have already begun registerin6 older women, primarilv from refugee and new mlgrant communities. Through one.t¢-one and group-based support, the project Provides practical advice and hands.on assistance to help women understand and tl3Sm their entitlements, includinB eli8ible beneflts, state pensSon, and additional allowances. This Includes SUPFJorl to acce55 free bus passes, bereavement support, and otl)er flnanclal and social entitlements that many women are unaware of or flnd dlfflc(tlt to navl8ate. By Increaslng knowledge, confidence, and access to financial support, the project alms to Improve flnanclal reslllence, reduce poverty, and enhance overall wellbeln8 among older women In thèse communltle$. Soc141 Value Calculatlon Ilndl£tlv SROII Methodolo6y Used This calculation uses a proxy.based Soclal Return on Investment1SROII approach, drawln8 on,. National Social Value eank IHACTI style outcomes UK advice-sector benchmarks (Citizen5 Advice, Independent A8e, Shelter, etc.I Conservative assumptions to avoid over-claiming. The caltulation focuses on primary outcome5 only and excludes wlder system savin85 le.8. NHS, crSminal justice Totsl Reach 1,527 unique Indlvlduals Actlvlty Area Core AIG11-l advice) Heritage I Sewing Project Advocacy & Comrnunity Leadership Skllls Development IDl8ltal & ESOLI Young People Programmes Older Women IFinancial Resilience) Food 8ank / Food Delivery Total People Supported 770 150 35 60 272 40 200 1,527
Trlanzular C.l.O.-Annual Report and Accounts Outcome Categorles & Flnanclal Proxles l. Advlee, Information & Guidance IAIGI- 770 people Key oultomes Reduced financial stress. Improved actess to benef1ts, houslng, and servlces Increased confidence navigating systems. Conservative proxy used £1,500 pef person Icltizens Advice average annual value is often £2,50044,000,' this use5 a cautious figure) Soclal value 770 x £1,500= EI,155,0 2. Food Bank Support- 2l households Key outcomes Crisis prevention Reduced food In5ecurlly Improved dignity and wellbeing Proxv £900 per household lemer8ency food + reduced stress) Social value 200 x £900= £180,000 3. Skllls Development IDS8ltal, ESOL, Ernploymèntl- 60 people Key outcomes Improved employabillty Progresslon Into work or volunteerlng Reduced dlgital excluslon. Proxv £3,500 per perv)n lemployment.readlness without 8uaranteed job outcome) Social value 60 x £3,500 £210,000 4. Young People Pro8rammes- 272 youn8 people (Creative media, leadership, climate change, DofEI Key outcomes Increased confidence & resllience Leadershlp skllls Civic participation Proxy £2,000 per youn8 person (below Youth Endowment / DofE averages) Soclal value 272 x £2,1)00- E544,000 5. Heritage, 5ewln8 & Women's Empowerment- 150 women Key outcomes Reduced isolation Improved mental wellbeing Skllls and ¢onfldence Proxy EI,800 per particlpant Imental wellbeing + soclal connection) Social value 10
Trlangular C.l.O. - Annual Report and Accounts ISO x £1,800= £270,000 6. Older Women's Financial Resilience- 40 women Key outcomes Intreased income from entltlements Reduced poverty & isolation Improved wellbeing Proxy £4,000 per participant Ilndependent A8e often cltes £3k-£6k per beneflclaryl Social value 40 x £4,000 = £160,0 7. Advocacy & Communlty Leadershlp- 35 leaders Key outcomes Increased communlly volce Influence on pollcy and services Stronger community 018anisations Proxv £5,000 per leader IsystemSc / multiplier effect) Social value 35 x £5,000 E £175,OCX) Total Estlmated S¢xlal Value Cre•ted Social Value Category AIG £1,155.000 £L80,000 £210,0¢)0 £544,000 £270,000 Food Bank Skills Development Vouns People Heritage & Wome Older Women £160,000 Advocacy Total £175,000 £2,694,000 Indlcatlve So¢l•l Return on Investment ISROII The total annual charltable expendlture of approx. £316,290 £2,694,000 & £316,290= £8.52 For every £1 Invested, Trlan8ular creates approxlmately £8.52 of socl?I v*lue. 11
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Account5 Triangular CIO- Organisational Theory of Change rJirfpiIIs Oiitcnm•4 nu fvH¥•r . EXIL i L•e1PTrrt• ri4• 4LWE Trlan8ular expect5 to face a number of interconnected challen8es1Snked to rlsSng demand, externa1 pressures, and organisational growth. Whlle the or8anisation remalns stable, these challen8e5 require carelul management to ensure the safetvi quality, and sustainability of our work. In¢reaslng demand and compleMIty of need: Demand lor our seNlces continues to 8row, wlth IndlvSduals presenllng wSth more complex and overlapplng needs. Housing shortage5. welfare delays, the on8oinB ¢OSt.of.living crisi5, and prolonged uncertainty within immSBration systems mean that people Incre3sln8ly require intensive, longer-term sUPPOrt, 8alancSn8 thls demand wlth 51fe caseloads and hl8h-quallty relatlonshlp-based delivery is an on8oin8 challen8e. Impact of rlslng far-rlKht actlvlty and communlty tenslon: A growing challenge is the intrease in far-riBht activity, hostile rhettsric, and raclally motivated incidents, both nationally and locally. This has gignilicant economic, social, and mental health implication5 for the communities we support. Many indlviduals report heightened fear, anxiety, and reluctance to engage with public space5, employment opportunSties, or services due to concerns about safety and dlscrimination. These pressures can undermine confidence, slow progress toward5 employment and independence, and increase isolation. For some individuals, past trauma related to persecutlon or violence 15 re-triggered, leadlng to worsening mental wellbeing and Increased need for trusted. tommunlty-based support. Capaclty, safe8uardln81 and worklorce sustalnabllity,. As demand increases, so doe5 pressure on starf and volunteers. Supporting people who are experlenclnB dlstre5s linked to trauma, poverty, and hostility requires appropriate 5upervislon, safeguardin8, and emotional
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounls support for the workforce. Maintaining a sustainable, supported team many of whom have lived experience themselves wlll remain a challenge. Malntainlni systems whilè scalifiB delivery: As Triangular Brow5, Stren8thenin8 internal systems such as monltoring and evaluation, digital record-keepln8, and data protection remabns essential. Ensuring these systems keep pace with delivery, wlthout divertlng resources from frontline support, Is an on8oin8 challenge. Flnanclal sustalnablllty In a constralned fundlng envlronment.. While we have made progress in diversifying income, competition for fundin8 remalns intense. Rising costs and inflatlDnary pressures mean that securin8 ongoin8 unrestricted funding to cover core costs and organisational development continue5 to be 8 prlorlty and a chèllen8e. In the face of these formldable challenges, our charity remain5 comrnitted to provldlng SUPPQrt, 8uidance, and resources to our communlty mernbers. We rects8nlie the need for flexiblllty, adaptabllSty, and a deep understanding ol the evolvin8 needs of our beneficiaries. Through continued collaboration, outreach, and advocacy, we aim to mltigate the Impact of these challenges and work towards a bri8hter ènd more stable future for our communltv. RESERVE5 POUCY It is the policy of the charity to malntain free reserves at a level that balances the need to develop and sustain our seivices with the requirement to rernain financially stable and resilient. Free reserves arè défined as unrestrlcted funds that are not designated and riot tled up In flxed assets, The trustees have agreed that the minimum level of free reseNes should be equivalent to slx months of core operatin8 Costs for the charltws Advlce, Inlormatlon and Guidance IAIGI services. Core costs include staffing, office, and mana8ement expenses. For the current flnanclal year, slx months of core Dperatlng costs amount to £51,154. From the total unfestricted funds of £56.080, the trustees have therefore resolved to retain £51,154 as free reserves. The remaining £4,926 ha5 been de518nated for equipment purchases, staff trainlng, consultancy fees, and to meet any unexpected or emerging needs that may require expenditure. The trustees consider this level of reserve5 to be healthy and appropriate. Thi5 POSltion is further strengthened by the charity'5 5uc¢ess in securing several multi-year fundin8 a8reemen15 and plcd8es, including.. Independent Age (fundin8 secured until 20281 Henry Smlth Charity luntil 20271 Lloyds Bank Foundatlon luntil 20271 Paul Hamlyn Foundation (until 20291 Esmée Falrbalrn Foundatlon (pledge toverln8 2025-20291 Community Foundatlon Ipled8e covering 2025-20271 These multi-year commitments provide financial stability and ensure that re5trlrted activities are adequatelv resourced and proteded. Restricted income and expenditure were disproportionately high during the year due to exceptional success in securing multiple small, reslrlcted grants. This reflects strong fundraisin8 performance and Is not expected to ne8atively affect the charity's overall fin3P)tial position. The charity wlll contlnue to malntaln thls reserves polity for the foreseeable fuluie. The Board of Trustees wlll review the level and use of reserves regularly to ensure the polity remains appropriate and supports the long- term flnanclal sustainability of the organisation.
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report •nd Accounls STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT The trustees are jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strateglc direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation's aims. objectives and goals In accordance wSth the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. The charlty Is currentty governed by five unrelated trustee5 Wlth a combined community and voluntary sector experience of 74 years between them. The trustees brlng In a vast knowledge and Ilved experiences to support the or8anisation and its beneficiaries, They have both academic and years of professional experience in some key areas such as mana8in8 and runnin8 voluntaiy and communlty organisatOr)s. teachin8 and training, research skSlls, safeguarding chSldren and vulnerable adults. The trustees seek professienal advice when requlred. Jomo )oma.' lama lama Is a refugee from Somalla who arrlved In the UK at 3 young a8e. He has extenslve experlence workln8 wlth large or8anisation5 and has served as a trustee for several refugee support Charities, Including the North of England Refugee Service INERSI. Jama Is also a respected leader wlthin the local Somall communlty. With strong expertise in charity governance, policies, and procedures, lama was appointed to support the or8ani5ation'5 8rowth, particularly in financial oversight, impact measurement, and operational development. HIS strate8ic insi8ht helps ensure that the charity expands sustainably while maintaining high standards of accountabillly and delSverin8 meanlngful outcomes for beneflciarles. Eyob Holle.. Eyob Halle Is an experlenced buslnèssman who airlved In the UK as an asylum seeker In 2004. Over the past 12 years, he has seryed as a Safeguarding Officer for several refugee. and miBrant.led community organisations. Arrlving In the UK with no English and inltlally working In low-skilled jobs, Eyob brings invaluable lived experbence that enables hlm to empathise deeply wlth our c5ient 8roup, HIS passion Iles in supportlng new and emerging comniunltles to integrate into wider society throu8h employment, labcur market access, and self.employmenl. He regularly volunteers lo help newcomer5 find work and establish small businesses. Nobiha Diko.. Nabiha Diko15 a refugee from Syrla and the founder of Tavga, a thrlvlng WoMen1Y 8roup based In Gateshead. Tav8? supports women of all natlonalltles partlcularly Arablc- and Kurdlsh-speaking refugees and asylum seekers and has become a vital space for empowerment, peer support, and integration. With prior professional experience working Wlth the United Notions In Iraq. Nabiha recogni5ed the crltical need for ulturally sensitlve, women-led sUPPOrt services. Through her leadership, Tav8a has been formally constlluted and has played a transfomiatSve role In Improvlng the Ilves of many women facing multiple barriers. Mesol Mulugeto.. Mesai Mulu8eta has dedlcated many years to supportlng refu8ee women from Ethlopla through volunteerlng and community advocacy. Her commltment Is rooted In her own lived experlence as a refugee and her personal journey through the UK asylum system. Mesai brin85 a deep understanding of the emotlon31, practical, and systemic thallen8es faced by refugees. Her empathy, resilience, and long-standing community involvernent enable her to provide trusied support and guidancei particularly to women navigatlng complex systems while rebuilding thelr Ilves In the UK, Nejot Hobtom.. Nejat Habtom Is orlgSnally from Eritrea and has a stronB uAdÈrstandin8 of the trauma expErienced by those fleelng oppressive re8irne5, a5 well as the challenges faced by refugees upon arrival In the UK, She is a highly re8arded volunteer wlthln the Eritrean communlty, offerlm8 advi¢e, guldance, and emotional support, particularly to refugee women. Nejat's cultural awareness, lin8UlStic ski115, and ability to build trust allow her to reduce isolation, bridge language barriers, and support smoother integration into local communities. 14
Trlanzular C.l.O.-Annual Report and Accounts Notosh Moghoddum.. Nota5h Moghaddam, Chair of the charity, is a refugee from Iran and brings si8nificant Strategic and professional expertise to the 6oard. She 15 a qualified accotjntant with extensive experience in bud8eting, financial management, project accounting, and governance. Alongside her voluntary role, Notash works full-time within the NHS and leads women-focused communlty Snltlatives supporting Iranian and Afghan communities. Her leader5hlp 15 informed by a strong understanding of intersettlonal inequalities, particularly the challenge5 faced by refugee women. As Chair, she ensures robust flnanclal oversight, Inclusive leadership, and 3 clear strate8lC direction focused on improving quality of life for marBinalised communities. The trustees are all former refu8ees. They have fSrst.h?nd experience of the difficulties faced by refu8ee5 (cultural, economlc,1Sngulstlcl and the barTSer5 these raise Sn term5 of employablllty and economlc security. They have been involved In settlng up numerous companle5 and charlties to support our cllent base, and are aware of the pltfalls and dangers, and undeistand the sources of cultural rniSLsnderstandln8 that occur. Oneolng Governano and EDI Revlew As a refu8ee-led organisation. primarily led by people wlth Ilved experience of displacement, we recoBnise that dlversity within our communitles is not homogeneous. We acknowledge that multiple and intersectin8 identities exist withln refugee and ml8rant groups. and that these intersectlons shape people's experiences of inequalltv in different ways. As part of our on8oin8 commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion IEDII, we have undertaken a focused revlew of the composltton of our 8overnance structures. FollowSn$ a comprehenslve Governance and Equallty Revlew, we Idendh'ed that the malorlty ol our beneficlarl•s are women experiencing multiple, intersecting disadvantages. These include Bender inequality, migration status, language barriers, trauma, poverty, and carlng responsibS1itieg. Thls revlew relnforced the importance of ensuring that our leadershlp and governance Structures reflect the Ilved realltfes of the communides we serve. In response. we have strengthened the divetsity of our Board of Trustees. Our Board now comprlse5 SIX trustees wSlh refugee backgrounds, four of whom are women. Our Chair Is a woman with lived experience of dlsplacement. brinBinB deep insi8ht into the intersectional challen8e5 faced by refugee ond ml8rant women. Thls leadershlp structure ensure5 that strategi¢ deci55on.m3kin8 15 Informed by Ilved experlence, cultural compeience, arid a stron8 understandlng of structural Inequalbty, resulttn8 In more Inclusive, responsive, and equltable Bovernance. Alongside this, we have significantly stren8thened our work with young people. We have secured funding to en8a8e young refugees and young people from newer mi8rant communities acros5 a range of pro8rammes, Includln8 cllmate justice, music, volunteerin8. and leadership development. These initiatives provlde meanin8ful opportunities for participation, skllls development, and clvic engagement, whlle enabllng younB people to explore soclal lustlce Issues that directly affect theSr Ilves and communitles. Followlng an Internal review, we have prIorlsed the development of our Young People's Steerin6 Committee as key mechanism for youth voice and shared decision-making. Building on this foundation, we wi15 actively seek further fundin8 to expand our youth-focused programme5. Central to this approach is our commitment to empowering young people through leadership development, skills-buildin8. and progre55ion pathways. A5 part of this journey, we aim to support young people to move into formal governance role5, includin8 serving as Trustee5, ensuring that youth perspectives are embedded within the or8anisatr'on'5 Strategic direction and long- term sustainabi1Sty. Looklng ahead. our next phase of ÉDI development wlll focus on imprgvins Incluslon ond support for LG8TQ+ refu8ees wlthln our communitr'es. We recognlse that LG8TQ+ Indivlduals often experience exclusion as a 'mingrity within a minority." We will strengthen our outreach, partnerships, and internal practices to en$ our servlces are safe, incluslve, and responsive to the needs of LGBTQ+ refugees. embedding this focus across our programmes and governance approach. 15
Trlan8ular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF TRIANGULAR CIO I report to the trustees on my examination of the financlal statements of Triangular CIO Ithe charityl for the period ended 3151 March 2025. Responslbllltles and basls of report As the trustees of the charity, you are responslble for the preparation of the financlal statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charitles Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) I report In respect of my examination of the charlty's flnanclal statements carrSed out undef Seeon 145 of the 2011 Act. In carrylng out my examlnation I have followed all the appllcable DSrectlons 8iven by the Charity Commission under sectfon 14515llbl of the 2011 Act. Independent •xamIn•S statement Your attendon 15 drawn to the fact that the charity has prepared Nnancial statements In accordance wlth A¢¢ountin8 and Reportlng by Charitr'es preparin8 their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republlc of Ireland IFRS 1021 in preference to the Accounttng and Reportlng by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practtce issued on l April 2005 which is referred to in the extant reguladon5 but has now been withdrawn. l understand that this has been done in order for the financ31 statements to provide a true and falr view In accordance wlth Generally Accepted Accounttn8 Pracfjce effecttve for reporttng perlods beginnlng on or after I January 2015, I have completed my examlnamon. I conflrm that no matters have come to my attenOn in conne¢tlrJn wlth the examlnation glvlng me caLtrse to belleve that Sn any material respect.. atcountin8 records were not kept in respect of the charity a5 a required by sectton 130 of the 2011 Act, or the financial statements do not accord wlth those records,. or 3. the flnancial statements do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out In the Charities IAccounts and Reports) Re8uladons 2008 other than any reouirement that the accounts 8lve a true and falr vlew whlchls not a matter consldered as part of an independent examinatfon. I have no concerns and have tome across no other matters In connethon with the examlnatlon to which attentlon should be drawn in th15 repoit in order to enable a proper understanding of the flnanclal statements to be reached. J Gresham FCCA Gresham and Gale 14 Fountain Street Gu15borouBh TS14 6PP Dated..
Trlan8ular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31st MARCH 2025 unreSt¢1ed funds Re$trlrtod funds Z02S Totsl Tot•1 2024 Notes Incom• fro Donations and le8acles Charltable actlvltles 140,833 191.725 332.558 252,295 Yotal Incom• 140,833 191.725 332,558 252,295 endlture on,, Charltable actlvlties Other 1134,0201 1182,27Jl 1316.29Jl 1250,3401 1134,0201 1182,2711 1316,29)) 1250,3401 N•t lout8oln8llln¢omln8 r•sourc45 befor• transf•rn 6,813 16,268 1,954 Gross transfers between funds 5,857 1s.as71 Net Incom•ll•xp•ndltur•l for the vearl Net movement In funds 12,670 3,597 16,268 1,954 Fund tsalance5 at 1st Aprll 2024 43,410 23.270 64.726 Fund balinc•s at 31st March 2025 26,867 81948 The statement of ff nancial activitles includes all gains and105ses reco8nlsed in the period. All income and expendlture derlve from continuln8 actlvStles. 17
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts BALANCE SHEET AS A T31st MARCH 2025 2024 Note5 Curmnt Cash at bank and in hand Sundry Debtors 83,913 83.913 67,fA Credllors.. jmauntsf•llldue wlthln one year 1.014 924 Net current assets 66,680 Cr•diiors'. amountsf1IdU0 •lttr mor4 than one year N•t45Mts 82.899 66,680 Incom• fundi Unfesiricted funds- general Restrl¢t¢d funds 56,080 26,867 43,410 23,270 66,680 Approvetj by the Trustee5'. Nota$ Mo ddam 18
Trlangular C.l.O. - Annual Report and Accounts NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31st MARCH 2025 l. AccountEng policies Charlty Infomiatlon Triangular CIO is a Charltable Incorporated Organisatlon 8overned by its constitvtion. 8a515 of pr•p•ratlon The accounts have been prepared In accordance wlth the charlty's governin8 document, the Charlttes Act 2011 and "Accounfjng and ReporknnB by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practr'ce appll¢able to charities preparing thelr accounts In accordance with the Financial Reporfng Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021" las amended for accounting periods commencing from I january 20161. The charity is a Public Benefit Enfjty as defined by FRS 102. The charity has taken advanta8e of the provlslons In the SORP for Charle5 applySn8 FRS 102 Update 8ulletln I not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows. The fSnancial statements are prepared In sterllng, whlch is the funCOn31 currency of the charlty. Monetary amounts in these linancial statements are rounded to the nearest £. The flnancial statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventlon, modlfled to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment propertr'es and ¢ertaln flnancial instruments at fair value. The prlnclpal accountlng policies adopted are Set out below. The charity constitutes a public benefi't endty as deflned by FRS 102. Golng concern At the tfme of approvlng the financlal statements, the trustees have a reasonable eXpectaOn that the charlty ha5 adequate resources to cont(nue In operatlonal exlstence for the foreseeable future. Thus, the trustees ¢ontlnue to adopt the 8oln8 concern basls of accountln8 In preparlng the flnancial statements. Charltable funds Unrestrlcted funds are avallable for use at the dlscretton of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable oblecdves. Restricted fund5 are subject to specific condltions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and Uses of the restricted funds are set out In the notes to the fsnanclal statements. Incom• Income is retognised when the charity is le8ally endtled to it after any performance conditions hove been mèt, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that the income will be received, Cash donatrons are re¢o8nised on recelpt. Other donations are recognised once the charlty ha5 been nottfied of the donayon unless performante condittons require deferral of the amount. Any Income tax recoverable In relafjon to donations received under Glft Aid OT deed5 of covenant is retognised at the time of the donatton. Grants receivable are shown gross and are recognised in the SOFA to the extent that they relate lo the period up to the year end. Where funding has been given for a perlod that spans the year end, the amount that relates to the followln8 perlod Ss deferred and carrled foNard. Expendlture All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and ha5 been clas5iled under the headin8S that ag8regate all costs related to the category. 19
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Acmunts NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31" MARCH 2025 2 Income from charitable activities Unrestrlcted funds 2025 Restrltted funds 2025 Total Total Uoyds 8ank Foundat5on The Hilden Fund Sport En8larnd Wellbank Foundatlon Soclety of the Hol Grant Cornmunity Foundation Charles PlaterTrust Leech Leeds Buildlng Soc5ety Knotts Other 8rants BBC 27,SO) 27,5Q) 25,¢))J 6,202 io,( 6,202 iO,CpXJ 9,428 io,coJ io,(DJ 14,978 14,978 14,978 ii.o)) ILO io,(MxJ 12,5CQ 61,444 34,709 15.Cp)) 12,8ts) 22.088 33,476 22,088 33,476 1S,(JYJ 25,(M)J Greg85 Postcode Lottery The Clockworkers Heritage Fund Paul Hamlyn Foundatlon Garfield Weston The Global Fund The Ener8y Savin8 Trust TrallblazerTfUSt Duke of Edinbur8h Womble Bond Dicklnson Gateshèad Councll Independertt A8e The Henry Smith Charlty 15,¢X 2S,&)J 5,8S7 S,857 33,333 1S,Q)) 13,(Kt) 19,973 15,0 9,247 23,435 33,333 15,( 13,Q 19,973 15,ts)) 9,247 4,250 12,654 4,250 12,654 25,1 25, 140,833 191,725 332,SS8 252,294 20
Trlangular C.l.O. ~ Annual Report and Accounts TES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 32" MARCH 2025 3 Expendlture on charitable attlvitles Unrestrlrted funds Restrlrted funds Total Total 2025 2024 Charltable actlvltles: Cèteri ng Food dlstrlbutlon Coaching costs Materials 1,635 1,635 17,9J) 13,2601 125,1561 14,9)J 1,162 736 1,898 12,8781 120,3c#)I 125,5731 Contract work Rental of venue5 Marketin8 Staff cost5 Volunteer expenses IT Professional fee5 Travel Other 7,464 27,FgXJ 35,064 78,610 1,924 IC6,772 6,862 5,296 14,837 7,865 5,168 185,382 8,786 5,296 31,688 8,015 16,613 1132,8461 18,5461 112,5321 110,9311 14,9]61 12,4381 16,851 150 11,444 Other.. 133,IX)6 182,271 315,276 1249,3661 Loan Interest Accountancy fees 1,014 1,014 19741 Total expendlture 1,014 1,014 19741 182,271 316,290 250,340 21
Trlangular C.l.O.- Annual Report and Accounts NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31" MARCH 2025 4 Trustees None of the trustees lor any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year. 5 Employees There were seven employees durlng the year as well as 12 sessional workers and 25 volunteers. 6 Credltors: amounts fallln8 due wlthln one year Amounts falllnl du• wlthln on• y•*r'. Expenditure in advance Funds Receivablè 7 Creditors; amounts falllng due after more than one year 2024 Amounts l•llln4 due wlthln one year: Attruals and deferred Incorne Bounce batk loan 1014 014 924 22
Trlangular C.l.O. - Annual Report and Accounts NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31" MARCH 2025 9 Analysis of net assets between funds Unrestrirted funds Re5trlrted funds Total Total 2025 2024 Fund balances at 3tst Marth 2023 are represented by: Tangible assets Current assetsllllabilltlesl 56,080 26,868 82,948 66,681 26,868 82,948 66,681 10 Related party transactions There were no disclosabl8 related party tran32etions during the year12024- none). 24