TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
| Trustees annual report from the period | 03/08/2021 - 05/04/2022 |
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| Charity Name | Black Books Matter UK CIO |
| Other names the charity uses | BBMUK |
| Charity Registration Number | 1195374 |
| Charities Principal Address | 27 Hops House, 7 Old Brewery Way, E17 7FE |
Objectives and Activities
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in it’s governing document;
THE OBJECTS OF THE CIO, TO BE CARRIED OUT IN LONDON AND SUCH OTHER PARTS OF THE UK AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL FROM TIME TO TIME DETERMINE, ARE: 1) THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY THOSE FROM SOCIALLY AND ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS, IN THE SUBJECTS OF LITERACY, CREATIVE WRITING AND THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA THROUGH THE PROVISION OF ONE TO ONE TUITION, GROUP SESSIONS, WORKSHOPS, STORYTELLING AND CREATIVE ARTS PERFORMANCES. 2) THE PROMOTION OF EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY: (A) ADVANCING EDUCATION AND RAISING AWARENESS IN EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY THROUGH EXPLORATION OF THE HISTORY, CULTURE AND LITERATURE OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA (B) PROMOTING ACTIVITIES TO FOSTER UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN PEOPLE FROM DIVERSE RACIAL BACKGROUNDS; (C) CULTIVATING A SENTIMENT IN FAVOUR OF EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY.
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;
- ANTI RACIST SUPERHERO WORKSHOPS (Ages 7-11) Funded by: Crate Places UK, The London Borough of Hackney, Our Anti Racist Superhero workshops are a creative and interactive way to develop young people's understanding of allyship and the introductory terminology around racism. Focusing on allyship to allow a deeper understanding and acceptance of all around us. The workshop is filled with storytelling, creativity and of course our favorite book detective exercise, allowing young people to actively explore doing their own research and learning. Through exploring what racism is and what it means to be anti racist young people take part in a range of creative learning, developing a range of skills and of course team work. 2. LITERARY LEADERS WORKSHOPS (Ages 12-18) Funded by: The Phoenix Fund, Mbilla Arts CIC, The london Borough of Hackney, Community Barnet Our Literary Leaders programme blends the traditional book club environment to allow young people to explore stories that explore black history and culture, alongside the work of BIPOC exploring stories of all kinds. Through exploring various kinds of literature from fiction, non fiction, blogs, articles and more our Literary Leaders learn the tools for the five types of writing expository, descriptive, narrative persuasive and creative to ensure that all stories are head and express what they feel needs to be shared with their local and wider community. 3. ANTI RACISM WORKSHOPS(Organisations, Staff, Teachers) The Phoenix Fund, Mbilla Arts CIC, The london Borough of Hackney, Community Barnet Our anti racism workshops for community organisations and schools all start with an initial call to talk with your organisation lead or designated EDI lead to help tailor the workshop to where your school is at on it’s journey in inclusivity and allyship. Our workshops look at; The Protected Characteristics, Unconscious Bias and practical tools and frameworks that allow you to look at where growth is needed within your organisation and where to develop in becoming transformational when it comes to race equality and inclusivity in your organisation. 4. THE SUN SHINES FOR EVERYONE PLAY Funded by: The Phoenix Fund, The London Borough of Hackney A musical play with puppetry. Through the positive emotion of joy, The Sun Shines For Everyone encourages children to have pride in their own heritage and history, as well as celebrate, recognise, appreciate and understand different cultures, and empower them to make change. Undertook 2 weeks of rehearsals at a residency at Artsdepot and then a four week tour around schools and community groups for free.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regards to the guidance;
I confirm the trustees have been informed of all the charities achievements, The charity has exceeded the trustees expectations and has achieved all it set out to do with amazing documented results, the trustees have been kept up to date throughout the planning and have seen all the feedback from the attendees of the courses and workshops. All the trustees have had the opportunity to attend trustee workshops.
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;
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171 young people participate in our anti racist superheroes and literary leaders programmes focusing on creativity, literary skills, allyship and social justice between july 2021 and March 2022.
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40 young people took part in our creative writing and storytelling summer camps in 2021
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90 teachers, youth workers and staff at youth organisations undertook our anti racism and creative delivery training between Dec 2021 -march 2022
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1,882 children aged 4-11 watched The Sun Shines for Everyone theater production.
Financial Review
| Income | Income |
|---|---|
| Grants | |
| The Phoenix Fund | 14003.42 |
| Barnet & Culture for Youth | 500 |
| London Borough Hackney Council | 4900 |
| Community Barnet grant | 1417.5 |
| Comissions | |
| Mbilla CIC | 1860 |
| Crates Places UK | 250 |
| Artsdepot Artist Residency | 1000 |
| Grants Income | 20820.92 |
| Commission Income | 3110 |
| Total Income | 23930.92 |
| Expenditure | |
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| Freelance Staff Costs | 10,253.06 |
| Marketing | 723.08 |
| Training & Compliance | 461.28 |
| Volounteer Costs | 138.53 |
| Total Expenditure | 11,575.95 |
| Accounts at year End | |
| Total Funds | 12,355 |
| Restricted Funds | 4900 |
| Unrestricted Funds | 7,455 |
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period;
The Charity is in a strong financial position
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held
The Charity holds reserve funds so we can forward plan and have the funds to advance pay for supplies, equipment and tutors.
| Structure, Governance & Management | Structure, Governance & Management |
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| Type of governing document | Foundation Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted | Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) |
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| Trustee selection methods 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 |
Voted in by two or more votes. Nominated by any person with interest in the charities purpose. |
| Trustees | Trustees | Trustees |
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| Name | Position (if any) | Dates Active |
| Shirley Archibold | Chair of Trustees | 3rd August 2021 - Present |
| Gassy Traore | Trustee | 3rd August 2021 - Present |
| Carlton McCleary | Trustee | 3rd August 2021 - Present |
| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members | Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members | Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members |
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| Name | Position (if any) | Dates Active |
| Jacqueline Adu-Sarkodie | Founder, Managing Director |
3rd August 2021 - Present |
| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members | Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members | Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members |
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| Name | Position (if any) | Dates Active |
| Jacqueline Adu-Sarkodie | Founder, Managing Director |
3rd August 2021 - Present |
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustee
| The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustee |
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustee |
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustee |
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustee |
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| Shirley Archibald | Chair of Trustees | ||
| Signature | S Ar��ib��� | Date | 2nd June 2023 |