Annual Trustee Report for- Talks With MS Charity Details Charlty Name: Talks Wrth MS Reglstratlon Number: 1201569 Regl$tered Address: 23 Joselyn Close, London EN3 6GE Trustees: Terri4ouise Brown, Sabtisha Gordon. Yolande Br¢Mn, Joseph Brown Structure, Governance, and Management Talks Wrth MS is a registered chanty operating under a board of trustees responsible for overseeing its strategic directton and goveman¢e. The trustees are recruited through an OP8n selection process. ensuring a divetse and skilled board that aligns with the charity's mission and objectives. New trustees undergo an induction proce&8. which includes governance training and an introduction to the charity's acttvities. The charity operates in compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, ensuring transparency and accountability in all operations. The board meets wularly to review the chanty's strategic direction. assess operational performance, and en8ure financial 8UStainability. Deu8ion4Ytaking is guid8d by th8 charity's constitution and govemance policies. with input from stakeholders, including beneficianes, volunteers, and corporate partners. The charity also engages extemal advisors where necessary to ensure best practices in begal, financAal, and operational matters. Actlvities and Objectlves The primary aim of Talks Illth MS is to support individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis IMS) by providing education, resourc8s, and a p8er-support neOrk. K8y activities undertaken during the year include.. Communlty Support: Hosting peer-support programs, including mentorship initiatives, where individuals newly diagnosed with MS are connected wrth experienced members for guidance and encouragement. Organizing local arKI virtual meetups to foster a sense of community and provide a safe space for individuals to share experiences and strategies for managing MS. 2C4)3r24 Annual Tnthe ReFQrt- T8*slhlh MS11201)
Education & Awarenass: Conducting educational workshops and webinars fèaturing healthcare professionals. researdr5, and individuals with lived eXperienS to provide ¢omwehensive knowledge on MS management. Delivering training sessions to corporate partners and institution$ on disability inclusion. acssIbl1ty. and workplace accommodations for employees with MS. Accesslblllty Advoucy: Partnering with organisations to implement disability-friendly workplace policies and improve access to career opportunth'es for people with MS. Engaging with policymakers and industry leaders to promote legislative changes that enhance support for individuals with disabilities. Onllne and Soclal Madla Outreach: Maintaining an activ8 dlt31 pre8er)ce through infomative artlcles, video content. and social media campaigns to raise awareness about MS and combat misinfom)ation. Facilitats'ng an online support nebmork where individuals can seek advice, share experienS. and a¢$$ resour8 to better manage their condition. Achievements and Performance During ttk8 year. Talks Wrth MS accomplished several key milestones.. Growth In Communlty Support Increased membership in peer-support groups, fostering stronger connections among individuals affected by MS. Launched a mentorship program that successfully paired ov8r 38 individuals with mentors, providing invaluable guidance and encouragement. Expanded Education & Awareness Inltlatlves: Delivered 14 educational sessions, reaching a wider audience and empowering individuals with MS to make infomad de¢isions about their health and well-being. 200Y24 Annual Tru*e ReF¥Ni.Talk5 V 15691
Hosted awareness campaigns that gamered significant engagement, increan9 public understanding of MS and related Ghallenges. Advancoments In Ac¢esslblllty Advocacy: Established partnerships with 4 companies. leading to tangible improvements in workplace accessibilty and inclusive hiring practs'ces. Collaborated with industy leadern to advocate for policy changes benefiting individuals with disabilities. Dlgltal and Soclal Modla Impact Grew Ihe chanty's online communrty by 43% across multiple platfom)s, amplifying rts message and reaching a broader audience. Launched an infomational Series addressing common mi8con¢eptions about MS. which received positive f88dba¢k from the community. Publlc Bonefit stst•m•nt: The charity's activities have provided di¢1 beneffts to individuals with MS, equipping them th essential resources, support, and advocacy to improve their qualty of life. Furthemiore. our efforts in workplace accessibilty and policy wjvocacy have contributed to broader 80cietal improvements in disabilrty indu$ion. Financial Revlew The chanty's financial position for the reporting year remain$ stable and refiective of its commitment to maximizing impact. Total income for the year was £24,405.72. derived from combination of donations, grants. and ftjndraising activities. Expenditure for the same period amounted to £24,148.29, which was careIlY managed and allocated towards delivering the charity's re activrties, induding peer support, advocacy. and educational outreach. Talks Wrth MS did not incur any debts during the financial year and is not currently under any active repayment plans. The charity continues to maintain sound financial management practices to ensure sustainabilrty and transparency in all finanrAal operations. Reserves Pollcy: The board of trustees maintains a reserves policy to ensure the charity's financial stability and lonterM sustainability Funds are allocated strategically to support ongoing projects, cover operational expenses. and provtde a financial buffer against unforeseen circumstances. The current reserves amount to £250, with plans to allocate a portion toward expanding support programs in the upcoming year. 2tr)Y24 Annual Trusts8 Rewt. K$11201)
Custodian Trustee Funds The charity does not hold any custodian trustee furKIs. Conclusion Talks With MS remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting individuals living with Multiple Scl8rosis and advocating for meaningful change in accessibility and disability inclusion. Over the past year, we have made significant strides in expanding our support netsvork, delivering impactful educational programs, and fostering collaboration with kay stskeholders to enhance workplace accessibility and policy refoms. Our financial position has remained strong and stable throughout the year, with income of £24,405.72 and well-managed expenditu of £24,148.29. The charty has not incurred any debt and 18 not under any ath've repayment plan8, which reflects our prudent financial management and reinforces our ability to sustain and grow our initiatives. Looking ahead, we are deterniined to: Expand our peer-SUPPOrt programs to reach a larger audience and provide more comprehensive guidance to those in need. Strengthen our educational initiatives. incorporating rnore expert-led workshops and tailored resources to empower individuals with MS arKI their caregivers. Deepen our advocacy efforts. working dosely with corporate leaders and policymakers to driv8 Systemic improvement$ in accessibility and disabilty rights. Secure sustainable funding sources to ensure the longevty and effectiveness of our inrtiatives. 1019 extend our heartfeli appreaats'on to our dedicated trustees, volunteers, corporate partners, and donors who have aYed an instrumental role in advancing our mission. Your unwavering support has enabled us to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for individuals wilh MS. As we embark on another year. we look forward to continuing our work, fostering Collaboration, and making a lasting impact in the lives of those affected by MS. Together, we can cxeate a future where aCSsIbl1ty and indusivty are at the forefront of society, empowering individuals with MS to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and confidence to supporting individuals living with Multiple Sderosis and advocate for meaningful change in accessibility and disabilty inclusion. cer the past year, we have made significant strides in expanding our support network, delivering impactful educats'onal programs, and fostering collaboration wth key stskeholders to enhance Workpla accessibilty and policy reform5. 2j3r24 AnNal Truthe R8F4yi-Tab ¥th MS112015691
The challenges faced by individuals with MS continue to evolve, and so must our efforts. Looknng ahead, we are detemiined to: Expand our p8er-SUPPOrt programs to reach a larger audience and provide more comprehensive guidance to those in need. Strengthen our educational initiatives. incorporating more expert-led workshops and tailored resourc8S to empower individuals with MS and their Caregivers. Deepen our adv¢xaGy efft)rts. working dosely wrlh corporate leaders and policymakers to drive systemic improvements in accessibility and disabil" rights. Secure sustsinable funding sources to ensure the loroevty and effe Iveness of our initiatives. We extend our heartfeM appCiatIOn to our dedicated trustees, volunteers, corporate partners, and donors who have played an instrumental rol8 in advancing our mission. Your unwavering support has enaed us to create a more indusive and supportive environment for individuals with MS. As we embark on another year. we look forward to continuing our work, f08tering collaboration. and making a lasting impact in the lives of those affected by MS. Together, can create a future where acc8ssibilty and inclusivity are at the forefront of society, empowering individuals with MS to bad fulfilling lives with dignity and confiden¢e. Slgned on behalf of the Bo•rd of Truste•s: Name- Terri-Loui8e Brown Position - Truslee Dale- i£/%ltD Slgned on bohalf of thg Board of Truste•s: Name - Joseph Brown Position - Trustee Date - 23r24 Annual Truthe ReFrf*t. T8knWth MS112015WI
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