REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: N1671771 (Northern Ireland) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 108919 ReportoftheTrusteesand Financial Statements forthe YearEnded 31 March 2025 for Men'sAlliance{N.l.)
Men's Alliance {N.l.) Contents of the Financial Statements forthe Year Ended 31 March 2025 Page Report of the Trustees Independant Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities 10 Balance Sheet 11to12 Notes to the Financial Statements 13-15
Men's Alliance (N.1.) (Registered number: N1671771) Report ot the Trustees Forthe year Ended 31 March 2025 The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Cornpanies Act 2006. present their repm1 with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement ot Recommended Practice appli¢able to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102) (effective January 2019}. Public benefits: The direct benefits flowing from the purpose of Men's Alliance is to promote the advancement of mental health in the popuiatlon of Men who have experienced, or are experien¢ing* domestic abuse. We believe the Impact domestic abuse has on indlviduals Is a public health issue. We minimise suffering and promote tha mental and physical health of any adult male who asks for support. We use active listening support and give practical advice which resear¢h shows is very important to men in crisls, and we a(so refer to our own ¢ounselling service. Our online. Facebook. private peer support group network demonstrates the power of sharing experiences with others who understand whatyou have gone through and provides connection and a place of solidarity. This benefit is clearly shown by the number of men who join and remain in the group and by the many men who frequently engag8 The benefits from our purpose are demonstrated by the recording of statistlC5 and figures that will show how much support has been provided to men who otherwise may have used statutory services or not sought help due to a perceived lack of Services. The benefits of counselling are measured using a well-being scale taken before and after the work is carried out. This gives a clear indication of the male's level of improvement and provides vital data to identify strengths and weaknesses In the service so that these can be worked on and improved. The benefit of our MANI peer support is clearly shown by the number of men who join and remain in the group and by the many men who frequently engage in both offering and looking for support. There is no harm arising from any of the purposes of the charity directly or indirectly. The beneficiaries of the Charity are male victims of domestic abuse commonly suffering from mental health issues who require help and support. With the exception of training for counsellors. which is incidental and necessary, there is no private benefit flowing from any ofthe purposes. What yourorganlsation does: The Men's Alliance provides regular in person support groups for Male Victims and Survivors of Domestic Abuse helping them to understand their situation and improve social skills as they re-integrate Into society. Those groups Include walkingand gym sessions to bring rhe men together. extend to Zoom calls when in person meetings are not possible. We also raise awareness of Male Domestic Abuse through use of social media accounts and other advertising medium working towards an equal understanding for male victims as there Is for femalo. These awareness sessions also extend to presentations to Male Health Groups, Clubs. Associations and Corporate Contacts where staff training is also undertaken. The Organisation provides counselling seNices for male victims and survivors of domestic abuse helping them on
their road to recovery, and support services as they come toterms wlth and recoverfrom their abuse. These support $eTvices Include the MANI network of user led peer support groups on Facebook, supported by Counsellors, Professionals, and peers.
Men's Alliance {N.l.) {Registered number: N1671771) Report of the Trustees For the year Ended 31 March 2025 Also provided is a telephone listening service for help and support. and a MENtor project where peers are trained to provide Mentorship to men in need. The Men's Alliance 81so provide support to men in crisis in relation to housing and legal advice, guiding them to services that are available and advocating for them where necessary. and supporting them through a system where all too often they have little knowledge and no experience of how to make an approach and get the best help available. The Men's Alliance are working towards a long-term project to provide residential therapeutic support for male victims of domestic abuse where currently none exists in Northern Ireland. Currently we advocate for Crisis Care for men with Government Departments, stressing the need to provide them with both housing and complete wrap around care which will help them to recover from their abuse. Men's Alliance INI) Chairperson Report: For 2024-25 Dear All I would like to present the Chairpersons Report. giving an insight into the service and supportwe have provided to men facing domestic abuse. false allegations and forced separation (Alienation) from their children. Service Impact Numbers: Social Media engagement is keyto Men's Alliance activities and raising awareness of the issues the men thattrust us to support and advise them face. In the year 2024 to 2025 there have been in excess of 3,000,000 views of our Social media accounts, with 200,000 engagements. comments. likes and shares. The support continues to build with in excess of 30,000 followers across all our Social Media Platforms and areas. The MANI Support Group network also continues to grow across all areas of the UK and Ireland, with a total of 4550 members {4264 men and 286 women). In Northern Ireland with 1605 members alone there are around 450 men per day engaging with the group. these are the men and women that Men's Alliance is here to support. as they or their loved ones travel through theirjourney of abuse and recovery, we help smooth the trip with solid advice and 24hr support based on ourown lived experiences. Support has also been extended on a 1-2-1 basis to 330 individuals who have contacted us through messenger, email or online form. This is both men and women. with the later searching for advice on howto help their brothers, new partners, dads and relatives. This support is normally provided bytelephone on the same day as the request is received, giving advice, a listening ear and where appropriate direction to other resources available. This same day response is important to us. as one of our core beliefs is that when a man reaches out for help he has most likely considered it for quite some time. and he needs it NOW. not at the end of a waiting list. Support: In the real world we have started workingwith another charity. on theirwooded land in Annalong in the Mourne Mountains. This benefits then through helpingthem maintain the site, and helps the men we support in getting into the fresh air, and making connections with other men in the same situations. We have seen upto 20 men attend these fortnightly events, to take on a project of theirovm. workwith others in a team. just sit in the outdoors- or enjoy a BBQ when the weather co-operatesl These support avenues have allowed us to engage with men as they progress from having depression. anxiety. suicidal thoughts. low self-esteem. minimal child contact and as they grow in confidence after abuse. to outgoing confident individuals with shared custody orextensive contact with their children. Many of these men remain in our support groups, and offer advice and help to others who have onlyjust commenced their journey. MANI is a huge community of men, offering peer supportwithout judgement. Importantly the help we offer is at a time when it is needed most. when it is asked for. The feedback from the groups is always positive about the communitythat is there and help offered. we change men's minds as victims of abuse from "l am alone, no one believes me" to"1 am believed and supported."
Awareness: The highlight of the year was ourwomen's March For Men in November. in the leadup to International Mens Day. This was a world first march, with women who are supporting men in their lives through abuse, women who have lost men to suicide due to domestic abuse. and women who have lost men to domestic homicides alljoining to march through the middle of Belfast Citycentre. The response from the public. and media interest raised was invaluable. again helping us to raise awareness of the issues faced by men who have experienced domestic abuse. Challenges: Challenges remain with all ourvolunteers. many ofwhom have full-timejobs also, but commit what they can to helping others and supporting them in their specialist areas, be it legal. soci81 services. benef its or general advice. They do it solely because they have been there too. We continue to face struggles in how we are perceived as an organisation, we work hard within our Support groups and successfully ensure all group rules are followed. with a zero-tolerance stance taken on any breaches especially around misogyny. Unfortunately, over the years many Men's Organisations. and individuals, have done a lot of damage to how men's groups are perceived, and this is now used by others across the sectorto damage efforts made to provide support to men, because we raise awareness for the issues men are facing. We nowfeel it necessaryto state this in all meetings we attend, we are not misogynistic as accused by some. Manywomen's Organisations. Men's Organisations and those that provide support to both Women and Men happilyworkwith us. they are the ones that show the real spirit of co-operation, and focus on what we are all about- the victimswe support.
Men's Alliance (N.1.) {Registered number: N1671771) Report of the Trustees For the year Ended 31 March 2025 Thanks to Volunteers and supporters: The support we offerto men who are quite possiblyatthe worst time of their lives would not be possible without the amazing team ofvolunteers that support us. I would like to take this opportunityto thank everyone of them for their commitment to Men's Alliance, we could not do itwithout them. To all our online supporters and followers we have to extend thanks for encouraging us in carrying on with our advocacy and support. you motivate us every day. As every year l am proud to be associated with the men ofThe Men's Alliance and the MANI Support Groups. and the amazing and positive impact on the men we support. We hear time and again the stories of men who have made it through their abuse to a happier life and even where children are involved regained contact, it is a privilege to be part of their journey. Regards Carey Baxter Chairman Men's Alliance INI) STRUCTURE. GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governingdo¢ument The charity is controlled by its governing document. a deed of trust. and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee. as defined bythe Companies Act 2006. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Company number N1671771 (Northern Irelandl Registered Charity number 108919 Registered oflice Suite9 Railwaystudios The Sidings Li$burn Co. Antrim BT28 3Ai Principal address 40a Ballygowan Road Hillsborough Co. Down BT26 6EJ
Trustoes MrRaymond KennethAlderdice Director Mr William Carey Baxter Director Mr Darren Foye Magee Counsellor Independent Examiner Stuart M Lynn FCCA Chartered Certified Accountant Suite 9 Railway Studios The Sidings Lisburn Co. Antrim BT28 3AJ Approved by order of the board oftrustee5 on 28 January 2026and signed on its behalf by: WCWER Mrwilliam Carey Baxter- Trustee
Men's Alliance (N.1.) (Registered number: N1671771) Independant Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Men's Alliance For the year Ended 31 March 2025 I report on the accounts ofthe company forthe year ended 31 March 2025. which are set outon pages seven to fifteen. Respective responsibilitiesof charity trustees and examiner As the charity's trustees land also the directors for the purposes ofcompany lawl you are responsible for th6 preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to: examine the accounts undersection 65ofthe Charities Act follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under Section 65191{bl of the Charities Act state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of the independent examiner's report I have examined your charity accounts as required under Section 65 of the Charities Act and my examination was carrled out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under Section 65191{bJ of the Charities Act. The examination included a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison ofthe accounts presented with those records. It also included conslderation of any unusual Items ordisclosures inthe account$. and seeking explanations from you as charity trustees concerning any such matters. My role is to state wh8ther any material matters have come to myattention giving me cause to believe.. That accounting records were not kept in accordance with Section 386 ofthe Companies Act 2006 That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 8nd with the methods and principles of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland Thatthere isfurther information needed fora proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Independentexaminer's statement I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters 111 to {4) listed above and. in connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no matters that require drawing to your attention. Stuart M Lynn FCCA Suite 9 Railway Studios The Sidings Lisburn Co. Antrim BT28 3AJ 28January2026
Men's Alliance {N.l.) Statement of Financial Activities fortheyear Ended 31 March 2025 31.3.25 Total funds 31.3.24 Total funds Unrestricted fund Restricted funds Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 3.936 3,936 12.815 Other trading activities Total 3,936 12,815 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable actlvltles Direct Costs Ll2Z 16.814 19.011 11.962 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) 1.739 {16.814} 115,0751 853 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 386 17.891 18,277 17.424 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD The notesform part ofthesefinancial statements
Men's Alliance {N.l.) Balance Sheet 31 March 2025 31.3.25 Total funds 31.3.24 Total funds Unrestricted fund Restricted funds Notes CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank 5.217 .0.5 68 5,285 5,705 11.272 1.377 12.649 29,359 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year (9.147} {3001 19.447) 111,0821 NETCURRENT ASSETS 2.125 1.077 TOTALASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 2,125 1.077 3.202 18.277 NET ASSETS FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS 2.125 1,077 2.125 386 The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 otthecompanles Act 2006. The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for (a) ensuringthat the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 ofthe Companies Act 2006 and preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view ofthe state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each f inancial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements ot the Companies Act 2006 relating to flnancial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company. (b)
Men's Alliance (N.1.) Balance Sheet-continued 31 March 2025 These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with and delivered in accordance with the special provisions applicable to small charitable comp8nies subject to the small companies regime. The flnancial Statements were approved bythe Board ofTrustees and authorised for issue on 28 January 2026 and were signed on its behalf by: R K ALDERDICE f£d/deoJ,- Mr Raymond Kenneth Alderdice- Trustee The notes form part ofthese financial statements
Men'sAlliance (N.1.) Notes to the Financial Statements forthe Year Ended 31 MarGh2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing thefinancial statements The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP IFRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021 (effective 1 January 20191,, Financial Reporting standard 102'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Companies Act 2006. The financi81 statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds. probable that the income will be received. and the amount can be measured reliably. Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount ofthe obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings. they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Taxation The charity is exemptfrom corporation tax on itscharitable activities. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives atthe discretion ofthe trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor orwhen funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 31.3.25 31.3.24 Support Services Provided Nil
Men's Alliance {N.l.) Notestothe Financial Statements-continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits forthe year ended 31 March 2025 nor forthe year ended 31 March 2024. Trustees. expenses Therewere notrustees, expenses paid forthe yearended 31 March 2025 norfor the yearended 31 March 2024. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACTIVITIES Unrestricted fund Restricted funds Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations 8nd legacies 3.815 9,000 12,815 Other trading activities Total 3.815 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Direct Costs 3.612 8,350 1,962 NET INCOME/{EXPENDITURE) 203 650 853 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Totalfunds brought forward 183 17.241 17,424 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 386 17.891 18,277
Men's Alliance (N.1) Notes to the Financial Statements- continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUEWITHIN ONEYEAR 31.3.25 31.3.24 VAT Prepayments 68 248 5.457 5.705 5,217 5.285 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DuEWHlN ONEYEAR 31.3.25 31.3.24 Trade creditors VAT Accrued expenses 5.217 5.230 Nil 4.230 5.852 9,447 11,0 RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party transactions fortheyearended 31 March 2025