iAssist Nl Trustees, Report Thc trustccs prescnt thc a1Ual rcport togcthcr Mith thc financial statements of the charity for thc yeaT endcd 31 March 2023. Page 2
iAssist Nl Trustees, Report (continued) Objectives and activlties Public benefit Page 3
iAssist Nl Trustees, Report (continued) At IASSISTNI, our mission is to crcatc a COTnpa55ionatc and connccted M'orld ihrough the poTh'er of friendship and support. We are a dedicated befriending charity Ihai beliei'es in the profound impact of human connection, recognising that loneliness and isolation can be deeply detriinental to individuals, Inental, emotional, and physical well-being. Our organisalion strives to address this gr0ryAg societal issue by fostering meaningful relationships that uplift and empower vulnerable members of our community. Why We Exist: In today's fast-paced and digitally driven world. loneliness has become an alam)ing epidemic, affecting people of all agcs and backgrounds. From scniors cxpcricncing thc 105s of loi'cd oncs to isolatcd youth facing bullying or lack of social integration, loneliness pemieates our society, leading to severe consequences for mental health. self-esteem, and overall quality of life. Our Solution.. IASSISTNI finnly believes that human connections have the power to heal, nurture, and transfonn lives. We envision a world w'here everyone feels valued. heard and supported. regardless of their circumstances. To achieve this, we have established a compassionate network of dedicated volunte¢rs who act as befrienders, rcaching out to Ihose itL nccd and offeiing fricndship. eD]pathy. alld Undc&?d1ng. What We Do.. l. Befriending Program: Our flagship befriending progrnm connects trnined volunteers with individuals who are cxpcricncing lonclincss or social isolation. Thcsc caring rclationships go bcyond casual chats, as our bcfricndcrs invesi their lime. energy. and hearts in culiivaiing genuine [endShIpS. 2. Conllnunity Engagement.. We actively engage with local corntnunities to raise awareness about loneliness and its impact on mental health. Through workshops, seniinats. aTJd aw'areness campaigns. M'e proinote the value of human conneciion and encourage people to reach out to Ihose who may be feeling isolated. 3. SpeLialized Support.. We offei specialized befriending serviLes foi various vulnerable gn)ups. inLluding seniors, individuals with disabilities, refugees, and young people facing diificult life transitions. Our tailored approach ensures that each indiTr'idual receives the 5UPPOrt they need to th[le. 4. Empowem)enl and Training.. We provide comprehensive Iraining and ongoing support 10 our volunteers, equipping them Th'ith the necessary skills to build meaning1 relationships and handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. (lur Impact.. Through our bcfricnding initiativcs, wc hai'c M'itncsscd incrcdiblc transforniations in Ihc livcs of thosc wc scrvc. Loneliness dissipates. self-esleem flourishes. and a sense of belonging lakes root. Ive nieasure our success noi only by the number of friendships fornied but by the profound positive changes exp¢rienced by both b¢frienders and service useTS alike. Join Us iti Making a Difference.. By supporting IASSISTNI, you become an agent of changc. helping to combat loneliness and creatc a kinder, more compassionate society. Together, we can make a lasting impact on ihe lives of those who feel discorlnected and bring hope and joy back into their ii'orld. Join us today, and lei's build a future where no one feels alone. Contact. 92 York Road, Belfast. BT15 3HF Website= www.iassismi.com Email.. info(4viassistni.com Phone= 02895430670 Page 4
iAssist Nl Trustees, Report (continued) IASSISTNI is a registered charity Icharity Number.. 1081101 committed to the public benefit and making a positive difference in the lives of Ihose we serve. The trustees confim] that they have cotnplied with the requirements of section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by Ihe Charity Commission for England and Wales.
iAssist Nl Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities Thc tru5tecs are rcsponsiblc for prcparing thc trustecs, report and the financial 5tatcments IT] accordance with the United Kingdom Accounting Standards (Uniled Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Pracrice) and applicable law and regulations. The law applicable to charities requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which givc a truc and fair vicw of thc statc of affairs of thc charity and of thc incoming rcsourccs and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial sthiements, the lrnstees are required to: select suitable accounting policies and then apply theni coTJsistently- observe the metho(Ls and principles in the Charities SORP. make judgements and estimates thai are reasonable and prudent- state whcther applicable accounting standards have beell followed. subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements- and prepare the financial statcmcnts on the going concern bas.is UDles5 it is inappropriate to presume tbat the charity will coniinue in business. Thc trustecs are rcsponsiblc for kccping PTOPCT accounting TeCOTds that disclosc with reasonablc accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure thal the financial statements comply with the chtleS Act 2011, the Charitics {Accounts and Rcports) Rcgulations 2008. and the provisions of the conslitution. The trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking rcasonablc stcps for thc prcvcntion and dctcction of fraud and othcr irrcgularitics. The trustees are responsible for the mainienance and integrity of the corporate and financial inf0mtIOn included on the eharitable Company's website. Legislation governing the PTeparaiion and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in oiher jurisdictions. Approved by the trustees of the charity on 20 July 2023 and sigmed on behaifby: Mr Augustine Egiomo Chaimian Page 6