Trustees, Annual Report For theyear ended 31 March 2023 The Yamanl Project (CIO) Charity Number. 1192146 Registered Address.. 5 Bradford Close. Bromley. ndoffj BR2 8NR l. Structure, Governante and Management The Yamani Proleet is a Charitable Incorpoted Organlsation (CIO) registered in England and Wales. The charlty Is governed by Its constltutlon. whlch outllnes the dutles and powers ofthe trustees. The trustees oversee the strategic direction. finandal managemenL and dellvery of artSvities. Trustees are appointed accordlng to the constitution and are provided wlth approprlate guldance on thelr responslbilitie& 2. Objectives and Actlvltle5 The prlnclpal objective of The Yamani Project Is poverty alleviatlon in Forniaya, Bonth Dlstrlrt of Slen7 Leone. The charlty focuses on designlng and supporting sustainable programmes aimed at Improving the welfare and long-tenn resllience ofdisadvantaged women and children in the village. ArtIvae$ during the year Included supporting vulnerable famllies through welfare Snltiatives. identifying sustalnable communlty development prolects, and worklng wlth local partners to promote skn'lls development and self-reliance. 3. Publlc Benefft Statement The trnstees confim that thry have complled wlth thelr duty under the CharIties Act to have due regard to the Charity Commission's guidanee on public benefit. The charitys work direct]y benefits dlsadvantaged household8 in Forniaya by Improving welfare, opportunlty, and communlty resllience. 4. Achievements and Performance The charity made meaningful progre during the year despite operating on a small scale. The Yamani Project continued engagement with communlty groups in Forniaya, supported inltiatives aimed at improving basic livtng conditlons. and contributed to projects supporting women's livelihoods and chddren's wellbein&
- FlnancTal Review The charity remained flnaneially stsble during the year. • Total income.. £800. primarily from dojjations . Expenditure.. £745. focused on purchase of supplies. programme support and essential operational costs . Surplus of income over expenditure: £55 The trustees conslder the finandal position satisfactory for the scale of operations and ensure resources are used solely to fvrther the charitys purposes.
- Reserves Policy The charity aims to maintain modest reserves sufficient to cover essentlal costs and ensure contlnuity of support for progrnmmes In Slerra Leone. The tnistees review the reserves annually.
- Risk Management The trustees monitor rlsks assodated wlth operatlng internatlonally, Includlng financial ontrols, compliance. and delivery challenges. Measures are in place to ensure funds are Used appropriately and partnerships are responsibly managed.
- Plans for the Future In the coming year. The Yamanl Prolert alms to advance sustainable. community-led initiatives for women and children, deepen engagement with local stakeholders. and Identify small-scale, hi8h-Impart projects that support long-tern? poverty reduction.
- Statement of Trustees. Responslbilltles The trustees are responsible for preparing thls report and the flnandal ststements In accordance with charlty law. They ensure proper records are kept and that the accounts give an accurate vfjew of the charitys finandal position.
- Approval This report was approved by the Board of Trustees on 24 May 2024 and slgned on their behalfby. saMHeLP Fortly Chairnian- Board ofTTUStees