Annual Report 01/04/2022 - 31/03/2023
460 Stapleton Road, Eastville, Bristol BS5 6PARegistered Charity No. 1189478
- Tel: 0117 9020037 - IIC_Bristol@hotmail.com www.islamicinformationcentre.co.uk
Introduction
Introduction
Title : Embracing Unity and Knowledge: 20+ Years at Islamic Information Centre Bristol
Welcome to the Islamic Information Centre Annual Report, a beacon of unity and knowledge in our community for over two decades. We are proud to be at the forefront of fostering collaboration among local mosques, and bridging diverse communities in Bristol. Our mission has always been to serve as a platform for dialogue, education, and mutual understanding.
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2 Annual Review
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January 28, 2024
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Strengthening Community Ties: Our Year in Review
This year marked significant achievements in our journey
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Mosque Federation : Successfully hosted the chairpersons from various local mosques, strengthening our federation and enhancing community cohesion.
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Adult Quran Classes : Our Wednesday adult classes dove deep into the Quran's teachings, attracting enthusiastic attendance and fostering spiritual growth.
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Children's Arabic Classes : Our weekday Arabic classes for children aged 6-16 have been a resounding success, cultivating language skills and cultural understanding.
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Careers Advice Workshopa : We have been delivering Careers Advice and workshops to ALL members of our local community through learning provider and local authority partnerships.
IIC Bristol
January 28, 2024
3 Annual Review
Collaborations and Community Support
Building Bridges: Collaborative Efforts and Community Support
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Local Authority Partnership : We've worked hand-inhand with local authorities and educational providers, offering tailored career advice for all community members, aiding in navigating the job market.
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Career Workshops : Our partnership with local educators has led to impactful career workshops, especially supporting ESOL learners, asylum seekers, and refugees in Bristol.
Workshops
4 Annual Review
January 28, 2024
What's Next
Expanding Horizons: Our Future Plans
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Looking forward, we are excited to expand our services:
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We will continue to grow our educational classes and career advice sessions, aiming to reach even more members of our community.
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Our focus will broaden to not only serve the Muslim community but also provide information and educational services to local youth, adults, and the elderly, irrespective of their background or religion.
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January 28, 2024
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Thank you
Unity in Diversity: Our Ongoing Commitment
As we conclude, we reaffirm our commitment to the Bristol community. Our journey continues with the support and involvement of each one of you. Together, we strive to create a harmonious and knowledgeable community, enriched by diversity and united in purpose. Thank you for being an integral part of our story.
info@islamicinformationcentre.co.uk
Charity no. 1189478
Islamic Information Centre Bristol Financial Statements 31st March 2023
FARQUHAR PARTNERSHIP LIMITED 151 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2RA
Islamic Information Centre Bristol Financial Statements Year ended 31st March 2023
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| Accountants Report | 1 |
| Approval of Financial Information | 1 |
| Receipts and Payments Account | 2 |
| Statement of Assets and Liabilities | 3 |
Islamic Information Centre Bristol Year ended 31st March 2023 Charity no. 1189478
Accountants' Report
In accordance with the engagement letter dated 6th January 2023, we have prepared for your approval the financial information of the Islamic Information Centre Bristol for the year ended 31st March 2023 which comprises the Receipts and Payments Account and the Statement of Financial activities from the entity’s accounting records and from information and explanation and explanations you have given us.
You have approved the financial information for the year ended 31st March 2023 and have acknowledged your responsibility for it, for the appropriateness of the financial reporting framework adopted and for providing all information and explanations necessary for its compilation.
We have not verified the accuracy or completeness of the accounting records or information and explanations you have given to us and we do not, therefore, express any opinion on the financial information.
Our Report
This report is made solely to you, in accordance with the terms of our engagement letter dated 6th January 2023. Our work has been undertaken solely to prepare for your approval the financial information of the Islamic Information Centre Bristol and state those matters that we have agreed to state to you in this report. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the addressee of this report for our work or for this report.
Farquhar Partnership Limited
26th January, 2023
151 Whiteladies Road, Clifton Bristol BS8 2RA
Approval of Financial Information
In accordance with the engagement letter dated 6th January 2023, I approve the financial information which comprises the Receipts and Payments Account and the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. I acknowledge my responsibility for the financial information, including the appropriateness of the applicable financial reporting framework, and for providing the accountants with all information and explanations necessary for its compilation.
Marghoob Ahmad On behalf of the Trustees of the Islamic Information Centre Bristol
26th January, 2023
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Islamic Information Centre Bristol Receipts and Payments Account Year ended 31st March 2023
| Receipts Donations Board rent Payments Consultancy Council Tax Water Rates Light and Heat Telephone Repairs and Renewals Insurance Accountancy Net receipts/(payments) Transfers between funds Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted Funds £ 5,300 500 5,800 1,500 502 113 486 293 8,112 513 180 11,698 (5,898) - (5,898) 7,096 1,198 |
Restricted Funds £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total Funds Total Funds 2023 2022 £ £ 5,300 53 500 500 5,800 553 1,500 - 502 - 113 105 486 732 293 320 8,112 6,850 513 404 180 - 11,698 8,411 (5,898) (7,858) - - (5,898) (7,858) 7,096 14,954 1,198 7,096 |
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Islamic Information Centre Bristol Statement of Assets and Liabilities Year ended 31st March 2023
| Current assets Cash at bank and in hand NatWest Account Cash in Hand Creditors:amounts falling due within one year Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Funds of the Charity Restricted income funds Unrestricted income funds Total funds |
2023 £ 10,936 150 11,086 - 11,086 11,086 - 1,198 1,198 |
2022 £ 18,135 150 |
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| 18,285 - |
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| - 2,634 |
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| 2,634 |
These financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 26th January, 2024 and signed on their behalf by:
Marghoob Ahmad
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