REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: N1688523 (Northern Ireland) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 109051 Report of the Trustees and Unaudlted Financial Statements FOR THE PERIOD l June 2023 to 30 lune 2024 for SISTERSIN M.B.McGrady& Co Chartered Accountants Rathmore House 52 St Patricks Avenue Downpatrick Co. Down BT30 6DS
SISTERSIN Contents of the Financlal Statements FOR THE PERIOD I IUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 Page Report of the Trustees Independent Examlner's Report ststement of Flnanclal Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Flnandal Statements 10 to 15
SISTERSIN Report of the Trustees FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006. present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the period I lune 2023 to 30 lune 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions ofAccounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to cliarities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective I lanuary 2019). OBIECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objertives and alms Our mission is to enable, empowerand develop female pupils in education to become the leaders of tomorrow,. to help them discover their full potential & open new possibilities for their professional journeys by building leadership capability and confidence. SisterslN has created the signature SisterslN Leadership Programme, an 8-month development journey for sixth form girls to help build their confidence and broaden their career perspectives. The programme has 3 core elements: Bespoke leadership skills training Project leadership experience Mentoring from female business leaders. In crafting the programme, we sought to create something that would have a long-lasting impacL Each element of the programme was designed to be prartical and provide an opportunity for pupils to apply the skills they learned. The programme exposed the students to different careers that exist today, connected them to the world of work and to female leaders who have shared their career journeys and personal leadership stories with them. A critical part of the SisterslN programme is to boost the pupils. self-confidence. We want them to leave the programme inspired as to all the career opportunities that lie in front of them and knowledgeable that they can choose to step up as leaders in whatever path they pursue. Publlc benefit The Trustees of SisterslN have fully complied with the Public Benefit requirements as set out in the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's ststutory guidance on public benefit. The benefit which flows from the organi5ation purpose is an improved level of education and work experience. Increased confidence and broadened career prospects. These benefits will be evidenced through feedback from schools and pupils and regular internal evaluation of our services. There És no possibility of any harm arising fvom any of the purposes. The charities beneficiaries are female school students in Northern Ireland aged 16-18. There is no private benefit. Beyond the direct impact SisterslN has on the pupils, leaders and organisations involved. we have seen the programme create a ripple effect oFpositive impact in communities and beyond.
SISTERSIN Report of the Trustees FOR THE PERIOD I IUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Charltable actlvltles We build skills: The Leadership Skills Curriculum, is delivered by teachers within the participating schools. This 10-module programme was intensive, challenging and rewarding for the students involved. We give opportunlties: The Leadership Project, undertaken by each girl, unearthed 3 wealth of innovation, creativity, and talent. The wide range of projects enriched the school curriculum and has had an impact on both the school and the local community. We build networks: Each girl was matched with a female mentor in a leadership role. This mentoring was to prove as powerfijl and rewarding for the female leader as it was for the student. Regular virtual and face-to-face meetings took place, including a job shadowing day, when the girls followed the role of a senior leader in each organisation. This sparked profession21 conversations between mentors and mentees leading to connections that we hope will endure. The programme in numbers: The students participating in the 2023124 programme came from 28 schools. covering 6 districts across Northern Ireland. It involved 192 industry org2nis2tions operating in 71 different professional industries/sector5 providing 450 mentor applications to the 379 students partaking in this year's programme. The students received 1,700 hours l.. I mentoring, partictpated in over 20 masterclasses with 4,500 leadership lessons being provided over 10 modules and were able to shadow their mentor for a day in their workplace. 99 % of pupils felt that the time investment was worthwhile, and 85 % of pupils felt the programme met or exceeded their expectations. There was an uplift of 400/0 in pupils, levels of confidence and 220h in their level of self-awareness 93 % of pupils have applied the leadei'ship ski115 from lessons, and 63% of mentors & 80% of teachers saw an improvement across all 10 leadership skills Industry partners and mentors Businesses, and specifically Mentors, play a key role in the SisterslN Leadership Programme and we extend a huge thank you to all those involved. The 134 different organisations across a range of sectors and industries have provided time for mentors to volunteer as part ofSisterslN and access to pupils as part of the job shadow day. Our 389 mentors generously shared their time, insights, and personal learning with pupils over a 5-month period and delivered over 1,700 hours of I:1 mentoring. This included giving guidance to pupils for their leadership project and career advice. Some even delivered leadership masterclasses or provided connections from their own network. The benefit doesn't just extend to participating pupils. Our mentors, from all sectors, have reported benefits for themselves and their businesses. 790/0 of mentors say the programme met or exceeded their expectations, and 23 % of mentors participated to support their own personal development. 80 % of mentors confirmed that would participate in the programme again. Collectively we can play a part in giving each girl the opportunity to shine to their lIest potential, 2023/2024 Highlights
SISTERSIN Report of the Trustees FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 Some organisations went a step further and provided unique leadership project opportunities and events throughout the programme year. Three of our Founding Partners delivered inspiring events for the SisterslN pupils to attend. The ICC, Belfast supported a team of 28 students with the organisation of the SisterslN Celebration Event, including behind the scenes insight to working in large scale events and marketing. SisterslN Inspiring Entrepreneurs Event, supported by Danske Bank, Belfast City Council, and Podiem. provided mentees with invaluable insights from successful female entrepreneurs. and Queen's University, Belfast delivered Sister51NSPIRE at their campus, where the William l. Clinton Leadership Institute awarded formal endorsement to the SisterslN leadership programme. In collaboration with 4 Voices, Vocalis. and Mccann VA, the SisterslN "2048.. The Future Starts Now" event in the Senate Chamber at Stormont saw 12 SisterslN mentees deliver 5 minute speeches about what they would like to see in Northern Ireland in 25 years, after completing 12 weeks of public speaking training. In March, the SisterslN Closing Celebration was attended by First Minister, Michelle O'Neill and Deputy First Minister, Emma-Little-Pengelly. The event heard from Dr Gill Tierney, President of the Association of Surgeons in GB and Ireland, and our SisterslN mentee Maka Chinanayi from Hazelwood Integrated College delivered keynote speeches at SisterslN Celebration EvenL FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial position The charity's financial position is reviewed on a regular basis by the board. The charity has an annual independent examination performed by an external accountanL The charity income for the 2024 period was £197,800 (2023.. £117,230 and the expenditure was £64,770 (2023.. £102,041) which in turn results in a surplus of £133,030 (2023.. £15,189) in the period. Restricted ndS at the period end totalled £54,958 and unrestricted funds at the period end totalled £93,261. Princlpal funding sources The charity is funded entirely from contributions from grant funders. its participating Industry Partners and Schools. A huge thanks goes out to all of our Industry Partners and Schools who have supported us throughout the year. We couldn't have done it without you. Reserves polficy The trustees recognise that it is necessary to hold reserves in order to offset the effects of fluctuation on incoming resource5 and thereby secure the continued viability of the Charity beyond the immediate future. In keeping with best practice, it is the aim of the charity to hold free reserves which equate to three to Six months operating costs. FUTURE PLANS 202312024 was all about growing from the pilot, growing our reach to 28 schools and widening our industry support. To ensure that we are able to grow sustainably, we continued to put firm foundations in place. while encouraging continuous evaluation and development, as we gathered valuable experience and feedback from our partners, mentors and pupils to help us tske the programme to the next level. Our visionary and skilled Board of Directors continue to be instrumental not only in the success of this year's programme butwho have worked hard to help shape the future vision and roadmap for SisterslN. Our Vision for the future is to make the SisterslN Leadership Programme available to.. any girl from any school or college at Post 16 level in Northern Ireland who wants to engage in the programrne any female mentor, in any organisation, no matter how big or small, who wishes to mentor the female leaders oftomorrow. Our focus on Northern Ireland initially will ensure that the programme can be rolled out and scaled in a successful way and to high quality standards.
SISTERSIN Report ofthe Trustees FOR THE PERIOD I IUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document SisterslN is a company limited by guarantee which was incorporated on 25th May 2022. It was registered as a charity with the Nl Charity Commission as from 31st August 2022. The company is governed by a Board of Trustees which operates as detailed in the company's governing documen¢ the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Recrultment and appointment of new trustees Due to the nature of the charity's work the trustees seek to ensure that these needs are appropriately reflected through the diversity of the trustee body. To enhance the potential pool, trustees are requested to provide a list of their skills (and update it each year) and in the event of particular skills lacking or being lost due to retiremenL individuals are approached to offer themselves for election. Organisational structure The company is governed by a Board of Trustees which operates as detailed in the company's governing document, the Memorandum and Articles of Association. The trustees meet on a regular basis to review all aspects ofthe charity. The committee is made up of a number of members with a shared vision, commitment and passion for achieving the objectives of the organisation. Members come with a range of skills crucial to the management oFthe organisation. During the year a director of operations, Mrs Gillian McKeown. was appointed by the board to administer the day to day operations of the charity. Inductlon and training of new trustees New Trustees are briefed on their legal obligations under charity and company law. the content of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the committee and decision making processes, the business plan and recent financial performance of the charity. They meet key employees and other Trustees. The Trustees and management committee are encouraged to attend appropriate external training events where these will facilitate the undertaking of their role. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Company number N1688523 (Northern Ireland) Registered Charity number 109051 Registered office Down Business Centre 46 Belfast Road Downpatrick Co. Down BT30 9UP Trustees P Cochrane Chartered Accountant P Dobbin School Principal MrsA Press Director Mis5 C Mageean Professional Athlete Mrs O O'Reilly Director Y K Choo Programme Officer (resigned 24/5/2024] Professor K Morrison Dean ofEducation J Healy Director (resigned 29/212024)
SISTERSIN Report of the Trustees FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 JUNE 2024 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Independent Examiner M.B,McGrady& Co Chartered Accountants Rathmore House 52 St Patricks Avenue Downpatrick Co. Down BT30 6DS STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES The trustees (who are also the directors of Sister51N for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure. of the charitable company for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to select suitable accounting policies and then apply them con515tently; observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP,. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,. prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charitable company will continue in business. The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Approved by order ofthe board of trustees on 20 lanuary 2025 and signed on its behalf by: P Dobbin- Trustee
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of 5istersIN I report on the accounts of the company for the period I lune 2023 to 30 lune 2024, which are set out on pages seven to fifteen. Respective responsibilities of charlty trustees and examlner As the charity's trustees (and also the directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. Having satisfied rny5elf that the charity is not subject to audit under company law 2nd is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to.. examine the accounts under Section 65 of the Charities Act follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity CoTnmi55ion for Northern Ireland under Section 65(9)(b} 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 carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under Section 65{9}{b) 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 consideration of any unusual items or disclosures Trn the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as charity trustees concerning any such matters. My role is to state whether any material tnatter5 have come to my attention giving me cause to believe: That accounting records were not kept in accordance with Section 386 of the 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 and 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 That there is further information needed for a proper understandingofthe accounts to be reached. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters {1) to (4) listed above and, in connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no matter5 that require drawing to your attention. Karl Gilchrist FCA M.B.McGrady & Co Chartered Accountants Rathmore House 52 St Patricks Avenue Downpatrick Co. Down BT30 6DS 21 January 2025
SISTERSIN Statement of Financial Activities FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 PERIOD 1/6/23 TO 30/6/24 Total funds PERIOD 2615122 TO 31/5/23 Total funds Unrestrlcted Restricted fund fund Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 62,500 62.500 53,380 Charitable activities Charitable activities 135,300 135,300 63,850 Total 135,300 62,500 197,800 117,230 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities 57,228 7,542 64,770 102,041 NET INCOME 78,072 54,958 133,030 15,189 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 15,189 15,189 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 93,261 54,958 148,219 15,189 The notes form part of these financial statements
SISTERSIN Balance Sheet 30 JUNE 2024 30/6/24 Total funds 31/S/23 Total funds Unrestrlrted Restricted fund fund Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible asset5 1,805 1,805 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash atbank 1,000 105,481 1,000 160,439 54,958 24,398 106,481 54,958 161,439 24,398 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within oneyear io (15,025) (15,025) {9,209} NET CURRENT ASSETS 91,456 54,958 146,414 15,189 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 93,261 54,958 148,2 19 15,189 NET ASSETS 93,261 54,958 148,219 15,189 FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds li 93,261 54,958 15,189 TOTAL FUNDS 148,219 15,189 The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the period ended 30 June 2024. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the period ended 30 lune 2024 in accordance wkth Section 476 ofthe Companies Act 2006. The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for (a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Art 2006 and preparing financial statements whÈch give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial 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 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company. (b) The notes form part of these flnancial statements continued...
SISTERSIN Balance Sheet- continued 30 JUNE 2024 These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime. The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 20 January 2025 and were signed on its behalfby.. P Dobbin- Trustee P Cochrane- Trustee The notes form part of these financial 5taternents
SISTERSIN Notes to the Flnanclal Statements FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing the financial 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 [FRS 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 102) (effective I January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Financial reporting standard 102 - reduced dlsclosure exemptlons The charitable company has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemption in preparing these financi21 statements, as permitted by FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland.: the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is 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 2nd the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost 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. Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Taxation The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitsble activitie5. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitsble objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity, Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. Hire purchase and leasing commitments Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease. io continued...
SISTERSIN Notes to the Financial Statements- continued FOR THE PERIOD I IUNE 2023 TO 30 JUNE 2024 DONATIONS AND LEGACIES PERIOD 1/6/23 TO 30/6/24 PERIOD 2615122 TO 31/5/23 Grants 62,500 53,380 Grants received, included in the above, are as follows.. PERIOD 1/6123 TO 3016/24 PERIOD 26/5/22 TO 3115/23 james Kane Foundation grant Other grantincorne 60,000 2,500 32,880 20,500 62,500 53,380 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES PERIOD 1/6123 TO 30/6124 PERIOD 2615/22 TO 31/5/23 Actlvlty Charitable activities Industry partner income School'5 contribution income Exhibition income 95,000 43,000 Charitable activities Charitable activities 29,000 11,300 9,000 11,850 135,300 63,850 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) Net income/(expenditure} is stated after charging/[crediting)'. PERIOD 116/23 TO 30/6124 PERIOD 26/5122 TO 31/S123 Independent examination fees Depreciation- owned assets Insurance 2,400 232 769 2,400 li continued...
SISTERSIN Notes to the Flnancial Statements- continued FOR THE PERIOD I IUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees. remuneration or other benefits for the period ended 30 lune 2024 nor for the period ended 31 May 2023. Trnstees, expenses There were no trustees, expenses paid for the period ended 30 lune 2024 nor for the period ended 31 May 2023. STAFF COSTS The average monthly number of employees during the period was as follows.. PERIOD 1/6123 TO 3016/24 PERIOD 2615/22 TO 3115/23 Administration No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestricted Restricted fund tund Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacles 20,500 32,BBO 53,380 Charitable actlvltles Charitable activities 63,850 63,850 Total 84,350 32,880 117,230 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities 69,161 32.880 102,041 NET INCOME 15,189 15.189 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 15,189 15,189 12 continued...
SISTERSIN Notes to the Financial Statements- contfinued FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Computer equipment COST Additions 2,037 DEPRECIATION Charge foryear 232 NET BOOKVALUE At 30 June 2024 1,805 At31 May2023 DEBTORS.. AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 30/6/24 31/5123 Trade debtors 1,000 10. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 3016124 3115/23 Social security and other taxes Accruals and deferred income 2,966 12,059 9,209 15,025 9,209 11. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement In funds At 30/6/24 At 1/6/23 Unrestricted funds General fund 15,189 78,072 93,261 Restrlrted funds Restricted 54,958 54,958 TOTAL FUNDS 15,189 133,030 148,219 13 continued...
SISTERSIN Notes to the Financial Statements - contlnued FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 JUNE 2024 ii. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued Net movement in nds, included in the above are as Follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General Fund 135,300 (57,228) 78,072 Restrlcted funds Restricted 62,500 (7,542) 54,958 TOTAL FUNDS 197,800 (64,770) 133,030 Comparatives for movement In funds Net movement in funds At 3115123 Unrestrlcted funds General fund 15,189 15,189 TOTAL FUNDS 15.189 15,189 Comparative net movement in nds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Movement In funds Unrestricted funds General fund 84,350 (69,161) 15,189 Restrirted funds Restricted 32,880 {32,880) TOTAL FUNDS 117,230 {102,041) 15,189 14 continued...
SISTERSIN Notes to the Financial Statements- continued FOR THE PERIOD I JUNE 2023 TO 30 IUNE 2024 12. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES During the period the charity operated out of offices within the Assumption Grammar School. The School was exempted from the fee usually charged to a participating school, in lieu of rent and utilities. Assumption Grammar School also bridging financed the salary costs for an employee for the period to September 2023. 15