HORN OF AFRICA PEOPLE'S AID NI Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland (HAPANI) Annual Report 2023-2024 Annual Remarks from the Chair, Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland Dear Volunteers, Staff, and Esteemed Funders, As Chair of Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland, l am privileged to reflect on a remarkable year of growth, impact, and collaboration. Our achievements result from the dedication, passion. and hard work of our staff and volunteers, whose commitment continues to make a tangible difference in our community. This year, we celebrated several milestones and impactful initiatives: Housing Project Support: Successfully supporting over 400 individuaLs. addressing housing insecurity, and providing critical stability and hope.
- Youth Social Action Programme Extension.. The continuation of this transformative prograrnme fortwo more years was made possible bythe generous support of our funders.
- Sports Activities: Inclusive sports programmes have fostered teamwork, physical heaLth, and a sense of belonging, particularly amongyoung people in our community.
- Homework Club: This initiative continues to provide essential educational support, ensuring children and young people have a safe and encouraging space to learn and grow.
- Drop SeNice Programme: This vital initiative addresses the immediate needs of vulnerable individuals while promoting iong-term stability.
- Capacity Building for Small Groups: Empowering smaller community organisations has enhanced collective efforts to address poverty and education gaps.
- Upcoming Ignite Community Project Launch: This exciting initiative will focus on fostering youth social entrepreneurship, social innovation, and creativity. We sincerely thank ourfunders, including Belfast City Council, The National Lottery Community Fund, CFNI, BBC Children in Need, and the Oak Foundation, fortheir unwavering support. Your contributions have been instrumental in extending critical programmes and empowering the next generation of leaders. We also extend our deepest gratitude to all our supporters, including individuals, institutions. and the wider society across Northern Ireland and beyond. Your kindness and solidarity have been the cornerstone of our success. To our dedicated volunteers and trustees, your unwavering commitment and vision inspire us daily. The collective strength of this remarkable cornmunityfuels our mission and propels us forward. As we look foard, l am inspired by the incredible potentialwithin our community. With the continued support of our volunteers. staff, funders, and supporters, l am confident that we will achieve even more significant milestones in the year ahead. Thankyou foryour dedication. generosity, and belief in our mission.Together. we are building a stronger, more inclusive future. About HAPANI Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland IHAPANII is a registered charity and non- governmental organisation supporting individuals living in Northern Ireland who originate from the Horn of Africa- Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, and the Republic of Sudan and South Sudan. HAPANI is inclusive and accessible, welcoming individuals regardless of ethnicity. nationality, religion, gender, or social background.
Core Objectives 1. Develop initiatives fostering independence and participation among individuals from the Horn of Africa. 2. Raise awareness among service providers to respond effectivelyto the needs of Horn of Africa individuals and beyond. 3. ChaLlenge intolerance and promote inclusion of African communities in Northern Ireland. 4. Build mutual support between Horn of Africa individuals. refugees, asylum seekers, and the host community. 5. Raise funds and resources for education. agriculture, and health projects in Horn of Africa countries. HighLighted Projects From April 2023 to March 2024, HAPANI provided vital support through the following projects: Destitution Project:** We distributed £44,968.01 in cash donations to 275 individuaLs, alleviating immediate financial hardships. This would not have been possible without the generosity of ourfunders and supporters. Digital Povety Project: In collaboration with Vodafone Charities Connected. HAPANI distributed 1,270 six-month SIM cardstoyoung people and families. ensuringdigital connectlvityfor education and essential services. We are deeply grateful forthe financial and in-kind donations that made this initiative successful. Funders Acknowledgement We extend our heartfelt thanks to the following organisations and individuals for their generous contributions and ongoing support: Belfast CityCounciL -The National Lottery Community Fund Community Foundationfor Northern Ireland {CFNI) BBC Children in Need - Oak Foundation - Vodafone Charities Connected Souter Charitable Trust Public Health Agency {in-kind donations) Your commitment has empowered us to achieve our objectives and create meaningful change within the community. We are deeply grateful for your belief in our mission.
This document not only provides an oveNiew of the annual activities delivered by Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland {HAPANII, but it also fulfils the requirements set bythe Charity Commission for Northern Ireland. To meet this purpose, the following information is included within this report: Name of Charity as Registered Horn of Africa People's Aid Northern Ireland (HAPANII Charity Commission Northern Ireland (CCNI) Number NIC101637 Purpose of the Charity HAPANI'S mission is to alLeviate poverty, advance education, and promote the well-being of African individuals, particularly those from the Horn of Africa. This extends to asylum seekers, refugees, and their dependants residing in Northern Ireland, as well as children living in the Horn of Af rica I'the beneficiaries"). Key objectives include: lal Providing practical assistance, fostering social inclusion, promoting racial harmony, and helping benef iciaries integrate into Northern Irish society. Ibl Delivering educational programmes, including EngLish language lessons and homework support, for beneficiaries in Northern Ireland. (cl Alleviating poverty by maintaining sponsorship programmes to support the education and development of children in the Horn of Africa. (dl Advancing any other exclusively charitable purpose as determined bythe directors. in accordance with charity law. 4. CharityTrustees The following individuals served as Trustees duringthe reportingyear: 1. Mohamed Ahmed 2. Hassan Mohamed 3. Foosiya Nuuh 4. Sahra Hussein Amin
The foLlowingTrustees approved this report on 26 December 2024: 1. Mohamed Edle Ahmed 2. Hassan Abdi Mohamed 3. Foosiya Nuuh 4. Said Ahmed Hagi Hassan 5. Financiat Year Covered by the Report This report reflects the period from 1, April 2023 to 31 March 2024. 6. Summary of the Charity's Main Activities and Achievements Details of the Charity's primary activities, contributions towards its purposes for public benefit, and key achievements duringthe reportingyear are outlined in the main body of this report. 7. Public Benefit Statement ALI HAPANI Trustees have reviewed the Charity Commission's Public Benefit requirements {as detaiLed in the statutory guidance from July 20161. Trustees are confident that HAPANI'S activities aLign with these requirements. The Charity's purposes falL underthe 12 descriptions of charitable purposes outlined in the Charities Act and are designed to benefit the public. 8. Financial Review The financial statements provide a detailed account of the year's results. The Board is satisfied with HAPANI'S financial performance duringthe 2023-2024 period, which saw substantial expenditure on funded projects. Expenditure was well-managed and remained within budget, with funding secured forthe immediate future. 9. Deficit Funds No funds were materially in deficitatthe end of thefinancialyear. 10. Trustees, Declaration One or more of the Charity Trustees must sign and date the trustee report.
Charity Trustee Name: Mohamed Ahmed Position: Chair Sign Date: OZ