A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
14555474 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 December 2023

Period of accounts

Start date: 23 December 2022

End date: 31 December 2023

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 December 2023

Directors report
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Community Interest Report

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 December 2023

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 December 2023

Principal activities of the company

A Widow's Way Forward (AWWF) provides low-cost support services to widows, primarily from African and Caribbean backgrounds. The organization aims to alleviate financial, emotional, and social challenges faced by widows by offering resources and information that help them manage their new circumstances. AWWF's services are designed to support widows in rebuilding their lives, maintaining employment or business operations, and reintegrating into society. The program focuses on preventing long-term health issues by providing proactive support across seven key life pillars, ultimately enabling widows to be productive and positive members of the community.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
23 December 2022 to 31 December 2023

Dorothy Janet Adebanjo
Jennifer Nsubuga
Patricia Servant


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
23 September 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Dorothy Janet Adebanjo
Status: Director

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 December 2023

Notes 2023


£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0
Tangible assets:   0
Investments:   0
Total fixed assets: 0
Current assets
Stocks:   0
Debtors:   0
Cash at bank and in hand: 0
Investments:   0
Total current assets: 0
Prepayments and accrued income: 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0
Net current assets (liabilities): 0
Total assets less current liabilities: 0
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year:   0
Provision for liabilities: 0
Accruals and deferred income: 0
Total net assets (liabilities): 0
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 0
Total members' funds: 0

The notes form part of these financial statements

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 December 2023 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 23 September 2024
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Dorothy Janet Adebanjo
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 December 2023

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 December 2023

  • 2. Employees

    2023
    Average number of employees during the period 0

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

A WIDOW'S WAY FORWARD CIC

Company Number: 14555474 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 December 2023

Company activities and impact

A Widow's Way Forward (AWWF) aims to provide a support ecosystem for widows, particularly from African and Caribbean backgrounds, up to the age of 65 and beyond. The organization focuses on improving the psychological, social, physical, and economic wellbeing of widows, helping them rebuild their lives. Widows often face isolation, depression, and health issues due to high stress and lack of care. AWWF offers tailored support to prevent long-term health problems and reduce the strain on community services. Widowhood has increased significantly, especially after Covid-19, highlighting the need for dedicated support. AWWF seeks to raise awareness, provide practical and emotional assistance, and ensure widows' needs are recognized and addressed. By supporting widows, AWWF not only improves their lives but also benefits the wider community and reduces healthcare costs.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company stakeholders were envisioned to be: widows in the catchment area of NW3, widows who are referred through personal networks.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
23 September 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Dorothy Janet Adebanjo
Status: Director