Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From: 01/01/2023 To: 31/12/2023
Charity name: Zaytuna
Charity registration number: 1195060
Objectives, Activities, Achievements and Performance
| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
The aims of the charity (Zaytuna) as set out in the governing body are: (a) To provide social space or facilities for the elderly to combat loneliness, mainly those of Somali ethnicity and those in need residing in Birmingham and surrounding areas. (b) To provide young people, especially females of Somali ethnicity living in Birmingham and surrounding areas, advice, assistance, and programmes of physical, educational, and other activities as a means of: · Advancing their life skills to participate in society as independent, mature, and responsible individuals. · Promoting good citizenship. · Accessing avenues to discuss issues about higher education and networking skills. · Combatting unemployment by supporting young people in developing their entrepreneurship and enterprising skills and apprenticeships in becoming financially independent. · Accessing recreational and leisure time activities. (c) To advance the religion of Islam for the benefit of the public through raising awareness and understanding of the Islamic faith. (d) To provide relief of poverty or financial hardship, particularly orphans anywhere in the world, in particular Mogadishu, Somalia, by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training, healthcare projects and all the necessary support designed to enable individuals, to generate a sustainable income and be self-sufficient. |
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| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. (Including a summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.) |
During the year under review, we offered a range of services and activities. These are examples for each category established in our aims: (a) Chat and share session: This year, an activity we held for the elderly was various online sessions. The elders who join us enjoy discussing their life experiences, and these sessions help them meet new friends. Additionally, many struggle with reading, and these sessions were opportunities for them to gain reading skills. (b) Educational and training: We provide online education and training sessions for young people and adults, as the content proved beneficial for all. We had external speakers come in and give advice on different opportunities. (c) Arabic Language Classes: We organised many Arabic learning classes for students of all levels. (d) Hardship relief: The charity funds an orphanage in Mogadishu, Somalia. This provides a chance for impoverished orphans to progress in education and health. |
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| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
The charity trustees are responsible for the general control and management of the charity. The trustees give their time freely and receive no remuneration or other financial benefits. The Trustees hold formal and informal meetings to discuss and plan activities. The charity trustees are responsible for • Preparing an annual report and financial statements in accordance with the applicable law and Accounting Standards. • Selecting suitable accounting policies and then applying them consistently. • Observing the methods and principles in the Charities SORP. • Making judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. • Stating whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements. The trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity, and the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | |
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Balance in bank was £ 2188 in unrestricted funds. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held. Reasons for holding zero reserves. |
The trustees have reviewed the reserves of the charity. Their policy is to hold enough funds for planned projects and expenses for regular activities. The funds are held to cover 4 months operational costs in the event of a loss of income and to meet any unforeseen expenditure that may occur. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Not applicable. |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
The main financial risk is reduced donations. |
Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity’s trusts: Type of governing document CIO - FOUNDATION Registered 05 Jul 2021 (trust deed, royal charter) How is the charity CIO constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) Trustee selection methods Annual meeting. including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Zaytuna |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charity number | 1195060 |
| Charity’s principal address | 347 Witton Lodge Road Birmingham B23 5LH |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 1 2 3 4 |
Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Amino Hassan | Chair | |||
| Safiya Hassan | ||||
| Sumaya Hassan | ||||
| Miski Abdi |
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Not applicable.
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Amino Hassan Full name(s) Amino Hassan Position (eg Secretary, Chair Chair, etc) Date 30/11/2024