# UMOJA WA MAISHA YETU (UMAY)

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC050852
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- **Registered:** March 19, 2021
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC050852


## Contact

- **Address:** Unit 2, 70 Elison court Motherwell, ML1 2DN, Motherwell
- **Postcode:** ML1 2DN



## Activities

**Activities:** &#x27;It carries out activities or services itself&#x27;

**Purposes:** &#x27;the prevention or relief of poverty&#x27;,&#x27;the advancement of education&#x27;,&#x27;the advancement of health&#x27;,&#x27;the advancement of citizenship or community development&#x27;,&#x27;the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation&#x27;,&#x27;the promotion of equality and diversity&#x27;

**What the charity does:** Umoja wa Maisha Yetu (UMAY) supports people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, other African communities, and ethnic minority families living in the UK. We work to reduce poverty, isolation, and inequality by providing practical support, advice, and community activities. Our work includes family support, financial skills workshops, wellbeing activities, and community events that help people access services, build confidence, and improve their quality of life. We support families facing hardship with food, travel, and essential needs, and help them connect with local services. Through inclusive activities and cultural awareness, we promote equality, wellbeing, and strong community connections.






## Finances

| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | £0 | £0 | — | 0 |
| April 1, 2025 | £3850 | £3858 | — | 0 |
| April 1, 2024 | £2232 | £3295 | — | 0 |
| April 1, 2023 | £17057 | £16042 | — | 0 |
| April 1, 2022 | £126 | £0 | — | 0 |



