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2024-03-31-accounts

ReportOUT Annual Review

Report. Inform. Defend.

Our Annual Review of 2023-2024

ReportOUT is a global human rights organisation for sexual and gender minorities For more information, please visit our website: www.reportout.org Registered Charity Number (England and Wales): 1185887

Report Editor

Drew Dalton ReportOUT Founder and CEO

Contents

About ReportOUT A Statement from ReportOUT's CEO ‘I Exist, Too’ Conference and Declaration

About ReportOUT Page 2 A Statement from ReportOUT's CEO Page 3 ‘I Exist, Too’ Conference and Declaration Page 4 #SaferToBeMe Symposium Launch Page 5 #SaferToBeMe Symposium Main Day Page 6 #SaferToBeMe Photographs Page 7 #SaferToBeMe Feedback Page 8 PhotoVoice Training in Slovenia Page 9 Chair of the UK Alliance for Global Equality Page 10 Report: Human Rights Research Page 11 Inform: Education and Training Page 12 Our Campaigner Training increased! Page 13 The Impact of our OUTAcademy: 2023 Page 14 Defend: Global Campaigns Team Page 15 Our Communications Team Page 16 Our Geographical Trustees Page 17 Our Geographical Trustees Page 18 Award Season at ReportOUT (Again!) Page 19 Our Volunteers Page 20 Our Volunteers Page 21 Meet Some of Our Global Volunteers Page 22 Our Annual Volunteer Survey (2024) Page 23 Our Annual Volunteer Survey (2024) Page 24 Our Sustainability Commitment Page 25 Our Sustainability Commitment Page 26 Our Finances Page 27 Thanks to Our Supporters Page 28 Thank You to Our ‘Safer To Be’ Sponsors Page 29 Our Future in 2024-2025 Page 30

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About ReportOUT

Since 2019, ReportOUT have been at the forefront of protecting the human rights of sexual and gender minorities in the United Kingdom and globally. As a registered charity in England and Wales (registered charity number 1185887) we are fearless, determined and relentless in our belief that human rights are fundamental to advancing the lives of sexual and gender minorities, and their communities.

We recognise that we need to succeed in our aims and objectives by also using principles from international development alongside human rights frameworks, and we believe that both of these approaches should always include sexual and gender minorities as part of them. We align all of our work with Agenda 2030, in that no one should be left behind.

ReportOUT’s official aim and objectives are:

To promote human rights (as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and subsequent United Nations conventions and declarations) throughout the world for sexual and gender minorities by all or any of the following means:

Our guiding principles:

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A Statement from ReportOUT's CEO

Drew Dalton: Founder and CEO

Wow! What a year this has been! April 2023 to March 2024 was a busy one, as ReportOUT continues to grow and expand our impact across the globe. I am delighted to announce that we set some global standards in this year, from co-writing a global first declaration to protect LGBTQ+ seafarers, to running PhotoVoice projects, to hosting a global LGBTQ+ human rights and development symposium called #SaferToBeMe.

Not only this, we expanded our research to include new partnerships in nation states across the globe, and started to show our strong impact at the United Nations. As a charity, we are growing increasingly more confident, strong, and skilled in what we do - which was clearly evidenced when we were put forward as Chair of the UK Alliance for Global Equality. Chairing this alliance of 14 LGBTQ+ organisations with a global remit, speaks volumes about our work and the trust put in us by others.

Drew Dalton Founder and CEO of ReportOUT

Our second pillar of our Three-Year Strategic Plan (2022-2025) was to achieve sustainability across the organisation, and we have certainly moved in the right direction. We have sustainable volunteers who are with us for the long-term, feeding into our projects. We have become more financially sustainable with our new Fundraising Strategy, and even our green credentials have moved toward the path of sustainability, as we pledge as an organisation to fight the Climate Emergency and the threat multipliers that go with it.

I am always thankful of our volunteers however, as they are the foundation of who we are, and what we do. Without their efforts, we would not be the same and so with that in mind, I extend my warmest thanks to all of them. Check out page 20, you will be surprised at their contributions!

Next year, when I write this Annual Review, we will have celebrated our fifth birthday. I cannot wait to see what we achieve then!

Drew Dalton Founder and CEO

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‘I Exist, Too’ Conference and Declaration

A global first launched in Panama A powerful declaration for LGBTQ+ people

Protecting human rights at sea

In May 2023, ReportOUT were honoured to be asked to attend the ground breaking ‘I Exist, Too’ Conference in Panama. We were there to be the ‘Global Witness’ organisation for the first ever declaration for the maritime industry to protect the human rights of LGBTQ+ people at sea. With an industry of over 1.8 million people, this declaration was a global first and we were delighted to be a partner in constructing the wording of the declaration itself.

The declaration was signed at the conference (in English and Spanish) by a range of maritime industries ranging from trade unions, to training providers, and shipping organisations.

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unions, to training providers, and shipping organisations.
"The #IExistToo declaration is a way for us to show our support for
all our LGBTQI+ members and their families. The Norwegian
Seafarers Union is proud to be able to join our brothers and sisters
in this public statement to say that our industry is for everyone"
Kurt Inge Angell, President of the Norwegian Seafarers Union
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#SaferToBeMe Symposium Launch

The Amsterdam Rainbow Dress

It’s first time in the United Kingdom

The launch of Safer To Be Me

In June 2023, ReportOUT, in partnership with the University of Sunderland, hosted the global #SaferToBeMe Symposium. After the UK Government cancelled their planned ‘Safe To Be Me’ Conference, and LGBTQ+ organisations withdrew (ourselves included), we hosted our own event to replace it.

Our launch event at the National Glass Centre in Sunderland, hosted the stunning Amsterdam Rainbow Dress, which is made up of the flags of the 60+ nation states which criminalise same-sex love. It was a striking start to the Symposium.

At our reception party and launch, we had speeches from our CEO, Drew Dalton, and the organisers of the Amsterdam Rainbow Dress. We had over 100 tickets sold out for this event, and were joined by ITV News and the BBC.

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#SaferToBeMe Symposium Main Day

Over 20 countries represented

20 varied talks and workshops

A commitment to LGBTQ+ human rights

The main day of #SaferToBeMe sold 100+ tickets and featured a vast array of speakers discussing LGBTQ+ human rights in 20 different countries as varied as Bangladesh, Kyrgyzstan, Canada, UK, Morocco, and Kenya.

The day started with a Keynote Speaker, Mark Gevisser, the author of the book, the ‘Pink Line.’ This was followed by a series of three parallel workshops for attendees, and finished with a powerful call to action in the plenary. The evening saw a film screening of ‘Flee’ with a panel discussion made up of LGBTQ+ activists and LGBTQ+ people seeking asylum, who reflected on their push drivers for safety and how we can be more inclusive toward LGBTQ+ people seeking asylum.

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reflected on their push drivers for safety and how we can be
more inclusive toward LGBTQ+ people seeking asylum.
"Superbly curated event that enabled participants "in the sector" to
step out of the usual bubbles. Action-oriented, practical, human
rights-based - it ticked many boxes for me!”
Feedback from #SaferToBeMe
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SaferToBeMe Photographs

#SaferToBeMe Feedback

Ratings from 1 star (poor/No) to 10 stars (excellent/yes):

How well organised was #SaferToBeMe?

I found #SaferToBeMe to be an friendly and welcoming event:

I found #SaferToBeMe to be an interesting and varied event overall:

Overall, rating of #SaferToBeMe is:

Would you like to see another #SaferToBeMe in the future?

"I sincerely want to thank the organizers for a beautiful and impactful symposium. I felt enriched with the various lectures. Above all, the networking with co participants.” Feedback from #SaferToBeMe

"The film and panel discussion were eyeopening and everyone at that event was so warm, welcoming, and keen to learn.” Feedback from #SaferToBeMe

"Incredibly interesting and thought provoking. Many "why haven't I heard about this before?" or "why haven't I thought about this before?" moments.” Feedback from #SaferToBeMe

"The staff and delegates were marvellous. Everyone was smiling and approachable and I had many interesting conversations, which is what you want from an event such as this. I left the event feeling that there was a glimmer of hope in the world. Feedback from #SaferToBeMe

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PhotoVoice Training in Slovenia

A powerful training course with real impact Trialed with Legebrita in Slovenia

Want to sign up for it?

PhotoVoice is visual storytelling. It offers an opportunity for all people to tell their story and highlight the needs of their communities. Marginalised communities, such as LGBTQ+ populations, can positively represent themselves, and their needs and issues, through the accessible medium of photography.

In 2023, we delivered PhotoVoice training to the staff and volunteers of Legebitra, Slovenia’s largest LGBTQ+ rights organisation. Since then, we have trained many of our volunteers in how to use the PhotoVoice method. Want to make social change happen using PhotoVoice for your own organisation? Book a place with us on our website!

""Drew and Abbie were a joy to host at our youth centre. They introduced PhotoVoice in a way that was engaging, clear, and gradual. The sessions were perfectly balanced in offering support and information, while allowing the participants to shape a lot of the content." Petra Polanič, Programme Coordinator Legebitra

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Chair of the UK Alliance for Global Equality

14 UK based LGBTQ+ organisations

All with an international remit

Influencing and lobbying for social change

In January 2024, we were delighted to be voted Chair of the UK Alliance for Global Equality (UKAGE). This alliance of 14 LGBTQ+ organisations, all with a global remit of LGBTQ+ human rights, seek to influence and lobby for social change for gender and sexual minorities everywhere.

Their vision is to see “a world where everyone can participate fully in their society whatever their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or sex characteristics.” They use their collective resources and influence to promote the human rights and equality of LGBTQ+ individuals and populations around the world, to end persecution and discrimination. To achieve this, they listen to and support LGBTQ+ activists, organisations, and populations in nation states. UKAGE serve as a collective voice for informing, campaigning, and lobbying decision-makers in the U.K. such as the FCDO, politicians, and the Foreign Office, and in turn, relevant global institutions. We are delighted to be Chair!

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Report: Human Rights Research

It has been another successful year with our Human Rights Research team. I speak with a deep sense of pride about their accomplishments, as our team continues to produce outstanding, and globally recognised, work.

In 2023, we published OUT In Mongolia, the largest ever study of Mongolia’s LGBTQ+ population. The report went on to be cited by our partner, the LGBT Centre of Ulaanbataar in the 2023 Mongolian Voluntary National Review at the United Nations. We have also progressed our OUT In Ethiopia and OUT In Belize studies with a goal of publishing both by the end of 2024. The Moroccan and Belize projects were presented at #SaferToBeMe, receiving excellent feedback on their insights into LGBTQ+ lived experiences in countries typically ‘off the radar’ of contemporary studies.

We also commenced new deep-dive projects with partner organisations in Nigeria and Mexico, scheduled for publication in early 2025. Additionally, we have also commenced our first ever thematic studies, such as a report specific to Trans, Non-Binary and Intersex populations – a group chronically under-represented in research - with a Nigerian partner organisation. Alongside this, we have started study of mental health for gay and bisexual men in Pakistan (scheduled for commencement Q3 2024) with an academic partner. We submitted first responses to the UN Special Rapporteur on LGBTQ+ topics, including restrictions on freedom of speech, assembly, and expression. ReportOUT submissions have been cited several times by the final reports presented to the UN General Assembly and specific Working Groups, leading to us being invited to join roundtables with the UN Special Rapporteur for SOGI rights to help shape future agenda.

Furthermore, we overhauled our approach to research partnerships, creating a new formalised approach to attract partner organisations keen to work with ReportOUT and clarify roles and responsibilities. Launched in November and received over 35 proposals, of which 10 were shortlisted for consideration in 2025. We even found time for an event, as we held a successful LGBTQ+ history month event, titled ‘We’ve Always Been Here’ and focused on the little-reported but vibrant queer histories of Kenya and Ghana, presented live by two ReportOUT volunteer researchers.

Phil Thomas Team Leader for the Human Rights Research Team

14

High quality blog pieces published by our Human Rights Researchers on the ReportOUT website.

15

New Human Rights Researchers joined ReportOUT in 2024! This bolstered the team to 35 in total, with over 40 nations (heritage and lived experience) represented across five continents.

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Inform: Education and Training

Our Education and Training Officers exist to ensure that the wider public have awareness of what is happening to LGBTQ+ people and their human rights, across the globe. From creating events, educational videos, to running our Campaigner Training, they seek to ‘shift the dial’ so global LGBTQ+ rights become more prominent.

During 2023/24, our team at ReportOUT published a range of videos including a series of videos from our #SaferToBeMe2023 Symposium series, including:

Jon Biggs Team Leader for the Education and Training Team

They also produced public talks, such as:

Why the Climate Emergency is an LGBTQI+ Issue

They worked on a series of videos about global queer histories:

16

New educational videos produced on YouTube.

These videos not only inform but they also inspire action by shedding light on critical human rights issues from across the globe. They serve as valuable resources for educators, activists, and anyone interested in understanding and advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ populations. The team also developed an operational plan for ReportOUT to become an Online Learning Centre and they started production of the first online course. The team has also sourced education-related content from ReportOUT’s previously published videos and podcasts, to incorporate in the online course. Look out for the first online course in 2025!

3000

Views of our videos on YouTube.

60%

Increase in new YouTube subscribers.

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Our Campaigner Training increased!

With generous funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, we were able to scale up our annual OUTAcademy Campaigner Training through bringing on a consultant for the year. This meant that we did not offer it once, we were able to offer it both globally, and locally in the United Kingdom. We work hard to train up the next generation of LGBTQ+ campaigners and their allies!

Throughout the year 2023, ReportOUT’s Campaign and Education Officer led this initiative to empower LGBTQ+ communities in England with the skills and knowledge needed for impactful human rights campaigning. Through a series of intensive five-day training courses, they provided participants with foundational campaigner skills, creative methods, and peaceful tactics. These courses were designed specifically for LGBTQ+ individuals new to advocacy and so enabled attendees to create and launch their own non-violent campaigns focused on advancing LGBTQ+ rights in their communities. The feedback speaks for itself...

Abbie Riley Consultant: Campaigns and Education Officer

“I felt really empowered by the end of the day, it was informative and inspiring, motivating me to make an impact and strive to get my voice heard”

“This course has really lifted a cloud of worry around getting into this work, it's made me realise how much I love this work as well as all the experiences I never knew counted as campaigning! The course has made me really excited for the work that can be done over the next year or so.”

3

Intensive week-long training courses were offered, both face-to-face and online.

“As a young LGBTQ+ activist, I have the ambition to create a change and awareness in my community. More importantly, be the voice of my peers who cannot able to speak for themselves and be visible due to fear of persecution. Before taking this course, I did not have much knowledge as being a campaigner as a result I was not sure how to launch my idea, however, after successfully taking this course, I can now say I can able to do my campaign with full confidence.”

42

Participants took part in these campaigner training sessions, allowing us to double our normal capacity!

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The Impact of our OUTAcademy: 2023

90%

Of respondents rated our OUTAcademy campaigner course as ‘good’ or 'excellent' overall

90%

Of respondents rated the teaching and facilitators on this course as 'excellent' overall

90%

Of respondents rated the resources supplied and used on this course as 'excellent' overall

90%

Of respondents said topics covered in this course were highly relevant to develop them as a campaigner

90%

Of respondents said their skills as a campaigner improved significantly as a result of completing this course

90%

Of respondents said their confidence as a campaigner improved significantly as a result of completing this course

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Defend: Global Campaigns Team

I n the last year, the Global Campaigns made substantial progress in enhancing our advocacy and campaign efforts, both internally and externally. The Global Campaigns Officers have succeeded in making strides both internally and externally, platforming ReportOUT's work on a global stage as well as developing strategies and learning materials to ensure success for the team's future.

A primary focus this year was the creation of a comprehensive ‘Global Campaigns Officers’ platform on SharePoint. This was designed to provide team members and new volunteers with easy access to clear, structured information about advocacy routes. We compiled a ‘Global Campaigns Toolkit’ related to UN, Council of Europe, and the European Union. Specifically regarding UN advocacy, the toolkit outlines the Sustainable Development Goals and the Voluntary National Reviews, the Special Procedures, the Treaty Bodies, and the Universal Periodic Review. In addition, we included guidance on advocacy bodies that ReportOUT holds membership to: ILGA World, UK Alliance for Global Equality (UKAGE), the Equal Rights Coalition, and The Commonwealth Equality Network (TCEN).

The newly established ‘Global Campaigns Team’ has begun recruiting new volunteers who possess the skills, knowledge and experience necessary for the effective advocacy and campaigning of ReportOUT’s work. Following our rebranding to ‘Global Campaigns’, we have broadened our remit. As such, we are developing a strategy that reflects this. While we continue to engage with the UN’s Agenda 2030, our expanded scope allows for exploration of diverse advocacy avenues at both national and global levels. Our team successfully contributed research findings for Belize’s Voluntary National Review at the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2024. Further to this, we successfully hosted a meeting with the Mexican Embassy in Rabat, following the launch of our OUT in Morocco report. These were both major successes for the team, and we hope to build on these partnerships further. In summary, this year has been marked by proactive content development, strategic recruitment and a focused engagement strategy, positioning us to make impactful contributions to the campaigns and advocacy landscape for LGBTQ+ populations.

Ilia Hionidou Team Leader for the Global Campaigns Team

150+

Stakeholders contacted for our OUT in Morocco launch.

4

Memberships of international organisations and federations

13

New pages of SharePoint content

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Our Communications Team

The past twelve months have seen a strengthening of the communications team through working across all of the ReportOUT teams, all of which have helped to diversify and strengthen our messaging. Our three main achievements within this time have included the following.

Increased cross-collaborations between other teams with the communications team, especially the human rights research team: This has included the working closely with the team of Human Rights Researchers, to ensure research projects such as OUT In Morocco and OUT In Belize are supported with clear comms messaging in line with the guidance provided by the individual research teams. Our positive open dialogue between the two teams has strengthened the relationship and acts as something we are committed to rolling out to other teams within ReportOUT as well.

Thushara Chandrasiri Team Leader for the Communications Team

Increased the visibility of ReportOUT externally, especially across our own social media platforms:

In the previous 12 months we have been extremely proactive on our external platforms such as via our social media, our blog, and our newsletter, making the public, supporters, and peers, aware of cutting-edge news and events which the ReportOUT team have been involved in.

Our social media has included the promotion of projects such as a series of weekly blogs called ‘Voices From Around The Globe’ and ‘Love In A Time Of Populism,’ as well as our research projects, our events, and our 2023 volunteer recruitment drive.

9500+

Social media followers across all of our platforms and our newsletter.

476%

Strengthening of our internal communications within ReportOUT:

We have also seen positive steps within our internal communications which has helped to raise awareness of what we do to our volunteers and Trustees. This includes, but is not limited to, weekly bulletins to all volunteers across all teams and the development of a SharePoint intranet to host of all of our guides and policies.

The communications team continues to work as the ‘social glue’ of ReportOUT. We are small but mighty!

Increase in website site sessions from over 160+ countries.

10/10

Score from volunteers when asked how well we communicate to them.

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Our Geographical Trustees

Jaba Kaplanishvili Focus: Southern Mediterranean States

I am responsible for overseeing the influence of the organisation within this region. Between March 2023 and April 2024, I had been in contact with various activists and other formal or informal bodies in the region working towards gender and sexual minorities' rights.

I have been in touch with several Academics from Greece and Italy to expand the work of ReportOUT and discuss potential collaborations, such as a research project that would focus on the challenges faced by sexual and gender minorities in higher education in South Europe. Except from these duties, I also represented ReportOUT to the The Bank of London Rainbow Honours Awards 2024 in London along with other colleagues and collaborated in informal and formal discussions for the benefit of the organisation

Maurice Mabiriizi Focus: Asia and Pacific States

Earlier this year, I represented ReportOUT at the Sydney Mardi Gras/World Sydney Pride. The Department of Justice and Attorney General Just Pride Working Group, of which I am a member, lead Queensland preparations group. On 28th February 2024, I attended the Policy Research symposium titled, “Transforming Tasmania: Lessons in LGBTIQA+ Health, wellbeing and Equality”, organised by Dr Lynn Jarvis CEO of Working it Out. I am in touch with Dr Jarvis ironing out ways in which our sister organisations can interact and collaborate.

On 11/06/2024, I attended an Outright International conference in Canberra, Australia. The conference was titled , “Ensuring LGBTIQ Inclusion in Humanitarian Action in Asia and the Pacific”. On the sidelines, I was able to hold private discussions, concerning ReportOUT, with Speakers: Ruslana Hnatchenko from Ukraine; Tarek Zeidan, from Lebanon; and Wilson Castaneda, from Columbia. Follow up discussions are ongoing.

I attended the Trans Rights advocacy conference organised by the Asia Pacific Transgender Network in Chiang Mai, Thailand. I have since been in contact with the organisers and I look forward to officially working together. Going forward, I have made inroads within the Indigenous LGBTIQ Australians, specifically with the Sister Girls in the far north Australia. I have also made contact with Rural Rainbows and hope for fruitful collaborations.

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Our Geographical Trustees

Kelly Clark Focus: North America

Over the past year, I focused on two key initiatives to advance ReportOUT's presence in the U.S. First, I hosted Drew Dalton for a human rights primer to educate LGBTQ+ leaders on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). While the U.S. champions human rights abroad, few Americans are familiar with the UDHR. This primer empowered leaders to use it as a tool to advance gender and sexual minority rights, inspiring new perspectives within our movement.

Additionally, I collaborated on a Photovoice Project proposal with Howard County Pride. Although we were not awarded the grant, the project aimed to document spaces in Howard County, Maryland, where LGBTQ+ people feel safe and welcome. Photovoice, a form of participatory photography, allows marginalized communities to visually represent their experiences, fostering connection and highlighting community need

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Award Season at ReportOUT (Again!) Winner of ‘Gold’ global Anthem Award (2023) Shortlisted twice at Rainbow Honours (2023) Shortlisted again at Rainbow Honours (2024)

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Our Volunteers

According to the specific methodology of the ‘Do Good Institute’ (2023) the value of a volunteers hour is worth £24.52. Across our 80 volunteers over the year (each giving their 12 hours per month), they have contributed the equivalent of: P E R I O D F R O M A P R I L 2 0 2 3 - M A R C H 2 0 2 4 £282,470.40 WORTH OF VOLUNTEER TIME HELPING REPORTOUT TO ACHIEVE OUR GOALS!

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Our Volunteers

Other than an occasional consultant, ReportOUT is volunteer-led. Our 80+ volunteers, from over 40+ nation states, give their time, skills, and effort, to ensuring that we produce high quality work. It has been remarked about ReportOUT by external people, that they are surprised what we achieve with no staff members!

We like to ensure that our volunteers are safe, valued, and that their contributions make impact to our work at ReportOUT. We also like to thank them for their efforts through Volunteer of the Month peer-nominated awards, long service awards with a glass trophy, regular praise and feedback, supervisions, and our volunteer residential. In 2023, we took some of our volunteers to Brighton to take part in a two-day residential. This day was filled with workshops covering everything from blog writing, to learning new research methods, working on rapid response simulations, and a lot of team bonding.

We also awarded our first long-service awards (for people who have volunteered with us for 3 years or more) to 4 of our volunteers who have been with us since day one. What an achievement!

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Meet Some of Our Global Volunteers

Kondwani (Malawi)

Ryo (Japan)

Arnold (Kenya)

Taha (Morocco)

Arnaldo (Brazil)

Daniel (Portugal)

Flaminia (Italy)

Martins (Nigeria)

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Our Annual Volunteer Survey (2024)

9 out of 10

Volunteers: How satisfied are you with your volunteering experience at ReportOUT?

9 out of 10

Volunteers: How well do you understand what is expected of you in your volunteer role? 9 out of 10

80+

Volunteers: How effective has your Team Leader been in giving you direction in your volunteer role?

Volunteers and Trustees who make up who we are at ReportOUT.

9 out of 10

Volunteers: How valued and supported do you feel as a volunteer at ReportOUT?

10 out of 10

Volunteers: How well do ReportOUT communicate with you?

9 out of 10

Volunteers: How likely are you to recommend ReportOUT to other people as a place to volunteer?

40+

Different nation states represented at ReportOUT amongst our volunteers.

1

Consultant member of staff for 12 months, who worked on delivering our Campaigner Training course in the United Kingdom.

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Our Annual Volunteer Survey (2024)

“I am very happy with my volunteering experience at ReportOUT. The organization gives me a chance to make a real difference in supporting the rights of LGBTQ+ people. I have learned a lot and feel that my work is valued. The team is supportive, and I enjoy being part of the important work we do”

“I really finding my volunteer experience so rewarding, These are exciting times to be a volunteer at ReportOUT so being able to support and celebrate the important achievements of the organisation is an honour”

“ReportOUT has been a fantastic organisation to volunteer for. Volunteers get brilliant exposure to the great work of a young, energetic charity. My experience has been nothing but good, and I've felt supported, valued and pushed”

“Volunteering opportunities are varied, enriching, and worthwhile. The organisation is excellent, and I feel fully listened to and respected”

“As a volunteer who joined ReportOUT this year, I’ve felt a warm welcome and an ease in settling into my role at ReportOUT. The team has been incredibly supportive, making the onboarding process smooth and helping me feel like a valued member from the start”

“There is a culture of raising volunteers up, and recognising their value and worth”

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Our Sustainability Commitment

Bridging the Rainbow and the Green: ReportOUT's Intersectional Approach to Sustainability:

ReportOUT continues to lead the charge in understanding and addressing the complex interplay between sustainability and LGBTQ+ rights. Through regular presentations, it provides an audience the opportunities to learn about the disproportionate impact of the Climate Emergency on sexual and gender minorities. The urgency of the climate crisis is undeniable, as evidenced by alarming data on Antarctica's mass variation, rising carbon dioxide levels, and global temperature changes. Our analysis of COP28 outcomes, including the establishment of a Loss and Damage Fund and commitments to renewable energy, demonstrates our commitment to staying at the forefront of global sustainability efforts. ReportOUT's unique contribution lies in our focus on the intersection between sexual and gender minority populations and Climate Emergency. We have highlighted how environmental issues can exacerbate existing inequalities and potentially increase risks for LGBTQIA+ individuals in certain countries.

Louis Chan Trustee with Portfolio for Sustainability and Climate Change

By introducing concepts like solastalgia and eco-anxiety in our presentations, we are pioneering discussions on the psychological impacts of climate change on marginalised communities. Our presentation serves as a clarion call for including LGBTQ+ perspectives in climate action and sustainable development.

Green Governance: ReportOUT's Revolutionary Sustainability Policy:

ReportOUT has launched a comprehensive Sustainability Policy, demonstrating our leadership in environmental responsibility while addressing the unique challenges faced by sexual and gender minorities. Our policy is built on the understanding that climate change is a risk multiplier, disproportionately affecting marginalised communities. We have implemented a robust sustainable procurement framework, focusing on reducing Scope 3 emissions and encouraging our suppliers to adopt sustainability practices. This approach not only minimises our environmental impact, but it also promotes innovation and resilience throughout our supply chain.

By signing the Queer X Climate Pledge, we have committed to significantly reducing our yearly carbon footprint by 2030, aligning our efforts with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Our policy also addresses the often-overlooked carbon impact of digital activities, promoting "digital sobriety" in our online events.

Our Sustainability Policy represents a significant step towards integrating environmental concerns into human rights advocacy. By recognizing the intrinsic link between social justice and environmental sustainability, ReportOUT is leading the way in creating a more equitable and sustainable world for all.

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Our Sustainability Commitment

Putting Our Money Where Our Values Are: ReportOUT’s Fossil-Free Future:

ReportOUT is taking a bold stand for sustainability by signing the Fossil-Fuel Future Agreement with NCVO, demonstrating our commitment to aligning our financial decisions with our values and the communities we serve.

This move sees us divesting entirely from fossil fuels and pledging to maintain a fossil-free investment policy going forward. We're proud to confirm that ReportOUT currently has no investments in fossil fuels, setting an example for other organisations in the voluntary sector. Our decision is rooted in our understanding of the Climate Emergency as a risk multiplier for sexual and gender minorities. By divesting from fossil fuels, we are not only reducing our environmental impact, but we are also protecting the very communities at the heart of our mission. This commitment goes beyond mere symbolism. It is a tangible step towards creating a more sustainable future, and it sends a powerful message about the possibility of aligning financial decisions with ethical values, even when addressing complex, intersectional issues like LGBTQ+ rights and climate change.

As we move forward, ReportOUT invites our supporters, partners, and fellow organisations to join us in this crucial step towards a more sustainable and equitable world. By leading the way in fossil-free investment, we are demonstrating that it is possible to create meaningful change and ensure that no one is left behind in the face of the climate crisis.

100% compliance with environmental guidelines in their industry

100% compliance with paying living wages and eliminating child labour

100% compliance with regulations, applicable laws, anti-bribery, and anti-money laundering terms

The above are also all in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. By shifting to (mainly) virtual conferencing, our carbon footprint can be estimated to be lower by 94% over in-person activities (based from third party data).

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Our Finances

Financial overview:

In FY 2022/23, ReportOUT faced a challenging financial landscape yet demonstrated resilience and adaptability. Total income for the year was £7,110, down from £17,047 in the previous year, while total expenditure was £14,751, resulting in a net deficit of £7,641 . The trustees took the decision to defer income achieved at the end this financial year in order to realise a new ambitious budget set for 2023/24. The decrease in income and the rise in financial pressures reflect broader trends within the sector, as many charities are navigating financial uncertainty post-pandemic. This underscores the need for sustained, diversified income to support ongoing human rights work for sexual and gender minorities both in the UK and globally.

Strategic development and fundraising initiatives:

Steven Irvine-Duffy Treasurer and Deputy Chair

To address these financial challenges, ReportOUT has curated a robust fundraising strategy designed to expand funding sources, emphasising unrestricted core funding to sustain operations and increase flexibility.

This strategy aligns with the goals of our 2022-2025 Three-Year Strategic Plan to achieve full sustainability by 2024 and ensure a positive future for the organisation. Key pillars include diversifying income streams, enhancing event sponsorship, and tapping into potential revenue through donor-centric processes . The creation of the Fundraising and Income Generation Sub-Group has been instrumental in these efforts. This group, comprising key volunteers and trustees, is tasked with refining the fundraising strategy, seeking new funding opportunities, and building donor relations. Their objective includes creating corporate partnerships and exploring projects that align with ReportOUT’s core mission.

Formation of a Business Development Group:

To further strengthen ReportOUT’s income stability, a dedicated Business Development Group was established, tasked with identifying new funding avenues and supporting strategic financial growth. This group will play a crucial role in ReportOUT’s capacity to engage potential partners and donors, while ensuring alignment with ReportOUT’s mission.

Fundraising landscape:

In the UK, the fundraising environment remains challenging, marked by heightened competition for funding, longer assessment times, and a shift from COVID-era priorities to addressing the cost-of-living crisis. The sector has also seen a decline in direct contributions and restricted re-application opportunities, which limits access to consistent funding streams. Charities are increasingly reliant on diversified income channels, while facing significant inflation-related reductions in the real value of grants .

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Thanks to Our Supporters

Looking ahead:

Through these structural and strategic priorities, ReportOUT is positioning itself to navigate financial uncertainties and remain a leading advocate for human rights globally. With a strong commitment to expanding income diversity and maintaining financial discipline, we are confident in our ability to sustain and grow our impact.

Thank you to all of our Trustees who have supported us in 2023-2024. This time period saw a continuation of our excellent work from our Trustees, and we also said goodbye to some Trustees who stepped down - we send them all of a huge thanks for their support whilst in their role.

Current continuing and new Trustees:

Former Trustees:

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Thank You to Our 'Safer To Be, Sponsors University of Sunderland Sunderland's Business Improvement District DID CONSULTANTS SunGen A B l Ll TY CONSULTANTS EXPFfEbb TRUST US WITH YOUR NAME PRIDE ACTION Holiday Inn Formerly known as Page 29

Our Future in 2024-2025

With a strong Three-Year Strategic Plan in place, and sound annual Action Plans, we continue to grow on our success as a charity. Please note that this Annual Review covers the time period of April 2023 to March 2024.

Projects launched in 2024-2025 will include:

Enacting our new Fundraising Plan:

We will bring together a new Fundraising Plan to ensure that we hit our aim to be sustainable as an organisation. We will seek to localise more projects in the UK, so we can work in partnership with local and national organisations to increase our presence in the UK. We also want to introduce a sponsorship pack - would you like to sponsor the work of ReportOUT? Speak to us!

Deepen our research partnerships:

Develop deeper partnerships with new partners in new nation states to further our documentation of human rights abuses against LGBTQ+ populations.

3000+

People have come to a ReportOUT event so far!

Changing our global campaigning and research:

We have had enormous success in our engagement with the United Nations. We will continue to use the UN Sustainable Development Goals as our base guide, but will seek to also engage with other United Nations mechanisms to also amplify our work.

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More events:

We already have well-attended events, however, we are always scanning the horizon. We want to offer more events, both physical and online, and for these events to cater to new and different audiences.

Award shortlist for ReportOUT at the Rainbow Honours Awards!

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New posters to download and print from our website. Check out our ‘World Without’ campaign...

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Copyright © ReportOUT "Report. Inform. Defend." All rights reserved First published in April 2024

ReportOUT c/o Pride Action North Unit D, Old Casino, Forth Lane Newcastle upon Tyne United Kingdom NE1 5HX

For more information, please visit our website: www.reportout.org Registered Charity number (England and Wales): 1185887

@SOGIReportOUT @SOGI_ReportOUT @OUT_Report @ReportOUT

ReportOUT Channel

Contactus@reportout.org

REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS AND

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

FOR REPORTOUT C I O

REPORTOUT CIO

CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

Page
Report of the Trustees 1 to 3
Independent Examiner's Report 4
Statement of Financial Activities 5
Balance Sheet 6
Notes to the Financial Statements 7 to 14
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 15 to 16

REPORTOUT CIO

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Public benefit

The charity carries out a wide range of activities in pursuance of its charitable aims. The Trustees consider that these activities, summarised above, provide benefit both to those who directly receive services, and the wider community in the United Kingdom. The trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial review

ReportOut is primarily funded by donations and grants. The total income for the year was £7,110 (2023 - £17,047), of which £Nil was restricted (2023 - £8,731). This income is allocated across respective funds on the Statement of Financial Activities in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.

The Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 March 2024, shows a net deficit across all funds of £7,641 (2023 - net surplus £1,397).

The Balance Sheet at 31 March 2024 shows a total fund carried forward of £11,280 (2023 - £18,921) of which there are £2,176 restricted funds (2023 - £7,881).

Reserves policy

ReportOut has established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not invested in fixed assets held by the charity should be between three and six months of annual expenditure.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

Charitable Incorporated Organisation - Foundation Model - whereby the only voting members are the charity Trustees. We have adopted the Charity Commissions Model Constitution to ensure we comply with the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and the General Regulations. This helps us to ensure we:

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

Trustees are appointed through advertising externally via our website, newsletter, social media and through relevant centres (such as Volunteer Centres). After a successful interview and induction process, they are approved by the rest of the Trustees at the following Trustees meeting.

Organisational structure

The Trustees meet each quarter and deal with the administration of the charity encompassing the strategic vision, financial accountability and risk management. Some trustees are also operational in their engagement and so may meet more regularly to discuss operational issues.

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REPORTOUT CIO

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Risk management

The Trustees have conducted a review of the major risks to which the charity is exposed and systems have been established to mitigate those risks including the implementation of procedures for authorisation of all transactions and projects and for ensuring the consistent quality of the delivery of all operational aspects of the charitable company. These procedures are periodically reviewed to ensure that they still meet the needs of the charity.

ReportOut have a Risk Management Policy and Risk Management Form which is updated by the Trustees regularly throughout the year, then re-appraised annually.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number

1185887

Principal address

c/o Pride Action North Unit D, Old Casino Forth Lane Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 5HX

Trustees

Please refer to Annual Review

Independent Examiner

Read, Milburn & Co 71 Howard Street North Shields Tyne and Wear NE30 1AF

Bankers

Virgin Money 35 Regent Street London SW1Y 4ND

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES

The trustees are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

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REPORTOUT CIO

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES - continued

The law applicable to charities in England and Wales, the Charities Act 2011, Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charity for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Approved by order of the board of trustees on 17 October 2024 and signed on its behalf by:

Dr S Irvine-Duffy - Trustee

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF REPORTOUT CIO

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Reportout CIO

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Reportout CIO (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 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

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.

Nicholas J Liley FCA

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Read, Milburn & Co 71 Howard Street North Shields Tyne and Wear NE30 1AF

19 November 2024

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REPORTOUT CIO

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

Unrestricted
Restricted
fund
funds
Notes
£
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
2
4,330
-
Charitable activities
5
Grant income
-
-
Other trading activities
3
2,769
-
Investment income
4
11
-
Total
7,110
-
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
6
Activity expenses
4,396
5,705
Premises expenses
4,650
-
Total
9,046
5,705
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
(1,936)
(5,705)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
11,040
7,881
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
9,104
2,176		 2024
Total
funds
£
4,330
-
2,769
11
7,110
10,101
4,650
14,751
(7,641)
18,921
11,280		 2023
Total
funds
£
3,590
9,080
4,370
7
17,047
11,375
4,275
15,650
1,397
17,524
18,921

The notes form part of these financial statements

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REPORTOUT CIO

BALANCE SHEET 31 MARCH 2024

Notes
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
12
Cash at bank
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
13
NET CURRENT ASSETS
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
FUNDS
15
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS		 2024
£
375
13,277
13,652
(2,372)
11,280
11,280
11,280
9,104
2,176
11,280		 2023
£
1,119
18,318
19,437
(516)
18,921
18,921
18,921
11,040
7,881
18,921

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 17 October 2024 and were signed on its behalf by:

S Irvine-Duffy - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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REPORTOUT CIO

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

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The presentation currency of the financial statements is the Pound Sterling (£).

Going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. In making their assessment the trustees have reviewed and considered relevant information, including their annual budget and future cash flows. The Trustees are of the view that the immediate future of the charity for the next 12 months is secure and that on this basis the charity is a going concern.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Tangible fixed assets

Individual fixed assets costing £250 or more are capitalised at cost and are depreciated over their estimated useful economic lives on a straight line basis, the charity does not currently have any tangible fixed assets.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued

Financial instruments

All financial assets and financial liabilities of the charity qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value.

2.
DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
Regular donations
Donations
3.
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
Events and merchandise
Safetobeme
Public talks
4.
INVESTMENT INCOME
Interest received
5.
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Activity
Grants
Grant income
Grants received, included in the above, are as follows:
Rainbow Lottery
Awards For All		 2024
£
840
3,490
4,330
2024
£
268
1,426
1,075
2,769
2024
£
11
2024
£
-
2024
£
-
-
-		 2023
£
590
3,000
3,590
2023
£
164
4,076
130
4,370
2023
£
7
2023
£
9,080
2023
£
349
8,731
9,080

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REPORTOUT CIO

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

6.
CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS
Direct
Support
Costs (see
costs (see
note 7)
note 8)
£
£
Activity expenses
10,101
-
Premises expenses
-
4,650
10,101
4,650
7.
DIRECT COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
2024
£
Events and awards
3,287
Consultancy fees
5,200
Training materials
305
Room hire
200
Marketing and publicity
1,109
10,101
8.
SUPPORT COSTS
Governance
Management
costs
£
£
Premises expenses
3,870
780
Support costs, included in the above, are as follows:
2024
Premises
expenses
£
Rent
700
Insurance
432
IT costs
2,523
Telephone
-
Office costs
-
Membership and subscriptions
142
Bank fees
73
Accountancy fees
780
4,650		 Totals
£
10,101
4,650
14,751
2023
£
5,375
6,000
-
-
-
11,375
Totals
£
4,650
2023
Total
activities
£
2,250
294
543
202
150
225
95
516
4,275

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REPORTOUT CIO

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

9. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):
Independent Examiner's fees		 2024
£
780		 2023
£
516

10. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.

11.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
Restricted
fund
funds
£
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
3,590
-
Charitable activities
Grant income
349
8,731
Other trading activities
4,370
-
Investment income
7
-
Total
8,316
8,731
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Activity expenses
4,733
6,642
Premises expenses
1,525
2,750
Total
6,258
9,392
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
2,058
(661)
Transfers between funds
2,750
(2,750)
Net movement in funds
4,808
(3,411)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
6,232
11,292		 Total
funds
£
3,590
9,080
4,370
7
17,047
11,375
4,275
15,650
1,397
-
1,397
17,524

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REPORTOUT CIO

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

11. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued
Unrestricted Restricted Total
fund funds funds
£ £ £
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED
FORWARD 11,040 7,881 18,921
12. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024 2023
£ £
Trade debtors 375 1,000
Prepayments and accrued income - 119
375 1,119
13. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024 2023
£ £
Other creditors 2,372 516
Included within Accruals and Deferred Income are the following amounts comprising income
received in advance of delivery of the related services or expenditure incurred.
£
Balance at 1 April 2023 -
Released to income from charitable activities -
Amount deferred in year 1,592
Balance at 31 March 2024 1,592
14. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
2024 2023
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
fund funds funds funds
£ £ £ £
Current assets 11,476 2,176 13,652 19,437
Current liabilities (2,372) - (2,372) (516)
9,104 2,176 11,280 18,921

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Net
movement At
At 1/4/23 in funds 31/3/24
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 11,040 (1,936) 9,104
Restricted funds
Awards For All 7,881 (5,705) 2,176
TOTAL FUNDS 18,921 (7,641) 11,280
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 7,110 (9,046) (1,936)
Restricted funds
Awards For All - (5,705) (5,705)
TOTAL FUNDS 7,110 (14,751) (7,641)
Comparatives for movement in funds
Net Transfers
movement between At
At 1/4/22 in funds funds 31/3/23
£ £ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 6,232 2,058 2,750 11,040
Restricted funds
National Lottery - Together For Our
Planet 8,542 (8,542) - -
Crowdfunder Ltd 1,050 - (1,050) -
Gateshead Discretionary Fund 1,700 - (1,700) -
Awards For All - 7,881 - 7,881
11,292 (661) (2,750) 7,881
TOTAL FUNDS 17,524 1,397 - 18,921

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 8,316 (6,258) 2,058
Restricted funds
National Lottery - Together For Our
Planet - (8,542) (8,542)
Awards For All 8,731 (850) 7,881
8,731 (9,392) (661)
TOTAL FUNDS 17,047 (15,650) 1,397

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:

Net
Transfers
movement
between
At 1/4/22
in funds
funds
£
£
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
6,232
122
2,750
Restricted funds
National Lottery - Together For Our
Planet
8,542
(8,542)
-
Crowdfunder Ltd
1,050
-
(1,050)
Gateshead Discretionary Fund
1,700
-
(1,700)
Awards For All
-
2,176
-
11,292
(6,366)
(2,750)
TOTAL FUNDS
17,524
(6,244)
-		 At
31/3/24
£
9,104
-
-
-
2,176
2,176
11,280

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 15,426 (15,304) 122
Restricted funds
National Lottery - Together For Our
Planet - (8,542) (8,542)
Awards For All 8,731 (6,555) 2,176
8,731 (15,097) (6,366)
TOTAL FUNDS 24,157 (30,401) (6,244)

Restricted funds represent income for a specific purpose identified by the donor: Lush Funding Out Academy Training

Funding for campaigns

Funding for Rent

Grants were received from National Lottery Together For Our Planet and Gateshead Discretionary Fund for rent.

Crowdfunder Ltd

Matched funding for podcast project.

Awards for All

Funding for the CampaignOUT project.

16. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2024.

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REPORTOUT CIO

DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Regular donations
Donations
Other trading activities
Events and merchandise
Safetobeme
Public talks
Investment income
Interest received
Charitable activities
Grants
Total incoming resources
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
Events and awards
Consultancy fees
Training materials
Room hire
Marketing and publicity
Support costs
Management
Rent
Insurance
IT costs
Telephone
Office costs
Membership and subscriptions
Carried forward		 2024
£
840
3,490
4,330
268
1,426
1,075
2,769
11
-
7,110
3,287
5,200
305
200
1,109
10,101
700
432
2,523
-
-
142
3,797		 2023
£
590
3,000
3,590
164
4,076
130
4,370
7
9,080
17,047
5,375
6,000
-
-
-
11,375
2,250
294
543
202
150
225
3,664

This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements

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REPORTOUT CIO

DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

Management
Brought forward
Bank fees
Governance costs
Accountancy fees
Total resources expended
Net (expenditure)/income		 2024
£
3,797
73
3,870
780
14,751
(7,641)		 2023
£
3,664
95
3,759
516
15,650
1,397

This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements

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