## PlaySchule Trustee Committee’s Report 

for the year ended 31 August 2024 

The Trustees' committee presents their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2024. 

## Objectives 

Our  aim  is  to  foster  activities  within  Derry  City  and  its  adjacent  areas  in  the  North  West  of  Ireland  by  providing  and  maintaining resources  dedicated  to  enhancing  social  skills  among  the  youth  and  raising  awareness  across  the  community,  without  regard  for disability,  sexual  orientation,  nationality,  ethnic  background,  or  political  and  religious  beliefs,  intending  to  better  life  conditions. Specifically,  our  objectives  are:  (1)  To  educate  and  support  individuals  aged  11  to  25  within  the  designated  area  through  physical and  mental  activities,  focusing  on  developing  and  enhancing  their  social  skills  to  foster  awareness  and  understanding.  (2)  To cultivate  emotional  intelligence  among  these  individuals  through  activities  and  collaborations  that  span  different  communities, emphasising  the  growth  of  self-awareness,  self-management,  social  awareness,  and  relationship  skills,  thereby  aiding  them  in maturing fully as individuals and contributing citizens to better their living conditions. 

## Public Benefits and What We Do 

The  tangible  benefits  arising  from  our  mission  encompass  an  enhanced  self-awareness,  encapsulating  an  understanding  of  one’s strengths,  weaknesses,  thoughts,  beliefs,  motivations,  and  emotions;  the  fostering  of  positive,  mature,  and  meaningful relationships;  an  elevated  appreciation  and  respect  for  diverse  communities;  active  engagement  in  community  outcomes;  and  a diminished  sense  of  isolation  among  “at-risk”  youths.  These  benefits  are  verified  through  feedback  from  participants,  instructors, and  community  welfare  experts,  alongside  regular  evaluations  of  our  services  conducted  by  independent  entities.  In  delivering resources  and  services  to  our  beneficiaries,  we  must  remain  aware  of  any  unintended  consequences  from  our  activities,  ensuring that  the  positive  impact  significantly  surpasses  any  potential  harm.  Our  primary  recipients  are  young  individuals  aged  11  to  25 residing in Derry City and its neighbouring regions in the North West of Ireland. 

## Results 

The  deficit  for  the  year  amounted  to  £10,502  (2023  -  £3,833  surplus).  The  committee  members  are  satisfied  with  the  progress and will continue into the next financial year. 

## Trustees Committee Membership 

The following people served on the Trustee Committee during this year: 

Dana Rice (Chairperson) Alan McCay (Treasurer) James McCartney 

This report was approved by the Trustee Committee and signed on its behalf by: 

…………………………… ... Dana Rice (Chairperson) 

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Date: 15/04/2025