## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period** **From April 23 Period start date: April 23 – April 24** ## **Charity name: Dignitate** ## **Charity registration number: 1196886** ## **Objectives and Activities** ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|For the public beneft to relieve
the needs of people with
dementia and their carers and
family, of the south Asian
community by; (a)
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building awareness of the
nature and challenge of
dementia and (b)
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create a community and
platform for carers to share
experiences and pass on
knowledge so support can be
shared.
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help families with a loved one
who has dementia to access all
the best support that is
available and provided by local
boroughs, adult social services,
hospitals and local enterprises.| |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.|Para 1.17 and
1.19|We have successfully organised public
events aimed at raising awareness
about cultural dementia and its
challenges, providing education, and
ofering valuable advice. Our robust
online presence, including social
media posts and virtual events, has
signifcantly contributed to these
eforts. Additionally, we have
collaborated with various council
boroughs to ofer guidance and
support to their employees who are
family caregivers. Our community
continues to thrive, with Dignitate
serving as a vital platform for sharing
experiences and ofering mutual
support. Our collaborations with
anchor and key voluntary sector
stakeholdershave alsohelped us| |||achieve our aims.| |---|---|---| |Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|The trustees have duly considered
and adhered to the guidance issued
by the Charity Commission on public
beneft. They have ensured that all
activities and initiatives undertaken
by the charity align with these
guidelines, with the aim of delivering
signifcant and tangible benefts to
the public and our benefciaries.| ## **Additional information (optional)** ## You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment We have not recruited any volunteers so Para 1.38 far. Contribution made by volunteers Other ## **Achievements and Performance** ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |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.|Para 1.20|The charity has made signifcant
strides in supporting carers,
particularly through our eforts during
Carers Week, Dementia action week
and world Alzheimer’s day. Our public
events have raised awareness about
cultural dementia, provided essential
education, and ofered valuable
advice to both carers and the general
public. Our strong online presence,
bolstered by social media posts and
virtual events, has further amplifed| our message and reach. By collaborating with various council boroughs, we have been able to provide crucial guidance and support to employees who are family caregivers, ensuring they receive the recognition and assistance they need. One of our most notable achievements is the growth of our community, facilitated by Dignitate, our dedicated platform. Dignitate enables carers to share their experiences and support each other, fostering a sense of solidarity and mutual aid. The impact of our work is multifaceted. For our beneficiaries, the charity has provided essential resources and a supportive network, significantly improving their circumstances. On a broader scale, our efforts have raised public awareness about the challenges faced by carers, contributing to a more informed and empathetic society. This heightened awareness can lead to better policies and support systems, benefiting society as a whole. |**Additional information (optional)**
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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:| |---|---|---| |Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41|During the past year, our organisation has
made significant strides in supporting
carers and raising awareness about
dementia:
Carers Week: We successfully hosted our
own dedicated event, highlighting the vital
role of carers in our community.
Strategic Partnerships: We collaborated
with key voluntary organisations, including
the BME Forum Croydon, to organize
impactful events for Dementia Action Week
and World Alzheimer's Day. These
initiatives saw impressive attendance,
fostering community engagement and
education.
Expert-led Webinars: Our series of
webinars featured guest speakers who are
renowned experts in the field of dementia,
providing valuable insights and knowledge
to our audience.| |||Ongoing Support:
- We continue to operate our regular
Carers Hub, offering a consistent source of
support and resources.
- In addition to group activities, we've
expanded our services to provide
personalized one-on-one support,
addressing individual needs more
effectively.
These efforts demonstrate us achieving our
objectives.| |---|---|---| |Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41|| |Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|| |Other||| ## **Financial Review** |**Financial Review**||| |---|---|---| |Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|Please see attached PDF statements| |Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|Our charity's policy on reserves is designed
to safeguard our financial health, ensure
the sustainability of our operations, and
uphold our commitment to effective
stewardship and transparency. By
maintaining reserves, we strive to balance
prudent financial management with our
overarching mission to make a positive
impact in the lives of those we serve.| |Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|Please see attached PDF statements| |Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|N/A| |Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|No deficits| |Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|No concerns| ## **Additional information (optional)** ## You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)|Para 1.47|We have been receiving donations. The
past year has been about raising
awareness of the charity and our cause.| |---|---|---| |Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted|Para 1.46|| |A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46|| |Other||| ## **Structure, Governance and Management** |Description of charity’s
trusts:||Our charity's trust is governed by a board
of trustees who are responsible for
overseeing its management and ensuring
compliance with the trust deed and
regulatory requirements. The trustees are
committed to upholding the highest
standards of governance and financial
stewardship| |---|---|---| |Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Memorandum and articles of association| |How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|CIO| |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|Para 1.25|Our trustee selection process is designed
to ensure effective governance,
transparency, and alignment with our
charitable objectives. We strive to build a
board that embodies a broad range of skills
and experiences to support the charity’s
mission and enhance our impact.| ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|Para 1.51|| |---|---|---| |The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51|| |Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51|| |Other||| ## **Reference and Administrative details** |Charity name|Dignitate| |---|---| |Other name the charity uses|| |Registered charity number|1196886| |Charity’s principal address|13 Rossetti Apartments| |---|---| ||4 Saffron Sq| ||Croydon| ||CR0 2FS| ||| **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** |1
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**to appoint trustee (ifany)**| |---|---|---|---|---| ||Amalia Basile|Chair|2/10/2021|| ||Ben Clarke|Trustee||| ||Francessca Savino|Trustee||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| |||||| ## – Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved ## **Director name** Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity **Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year** ## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others** Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets ## **Additional information (optional)** ## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)** **Type of Name Address adviser** **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)** ## **Exemptions from disclosure** Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details **N/A** ## **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)** **Full name(s)** **Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc)** **Date** IKETRO BANK Your Transactions Date Transaction Transaction Amount Running Balance 30 NOV 23 FT23334BVW1 H Inward Payment BYROO JS PLF DONATION 25.00 230.01 25 DEC 23 FT23356SQMGR Inward Payment PAYPAL PPWDL548222222KDVQ FT24088YKSBF Inward Payment BYROO JS PLF J. BYROO-DONATION Balance at Period End 118.12 348.13 28 MAR 24 20.00 368.13 368.13 Page2of2 M(Arn W PLC 4 Iwowed kn Er*yKI Wukn•. cern 641￿78. Re9trftrKI ON￿. (h R￿, WC IB W ￿kn,1• by tr* WYJ rtyul*d by lh• CKA*xl Athyity ond Pr￿1￿1 Flog￿11¢￿ knttslty l• iry• iwJW•d trod• rThvk d Ihtro W PLC.