WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
13945872 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2023

End date: 31 March 2024

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2024

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Community Interest Report

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Directors' report period ended 31 March 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 March 2024

Principal activities of the company

The directors have pleasure in presenting their report for the financial year. Principal Activities of the Company The company is a community interest company committed to supporting Black and minoritised women in their leadership development and professional growth. Our principal activities include: Leadership Development Programmes We design and deliver tailored training, workshops and mentoring opportunities, enabling participants to enhance key skills and gain the confidence to advance in their chosen fields. Stakeholder Engagement We regularly engage with a broad network of partners, mentors, educators and employers who share our vision of promoting inclusive leadership. Through collaboration, we ensure that our programmes remain relevant and responsive to the evolving needs of our participants. Community Steering Group We have convened a steering group composed of women from the community. By drawing upon their lived experiences, this group helps us shape our strategic direction, refine programme content and uphold our commitment to meaningful community impact. Research and Feedback Mechanisms We gather detailed information from each new participant through a short questionnaire, focusing on professional backgrounds, aspirations and any barriers they encounter. We also collect ongoing feedback during workshops and through a suggestions box, ensuring that our services continue to meet real and immediate needs. Outreach and Support Services Beyond structured programmes, we offer ongoing support and guidance to women, helping them develop professional networks and navigate leadership pathways effectively. Through these combined activities, the company seeks to empower Black and minoritised women, fostering a stronger, more diverse leadership landscape that benefits both individuals and the wider community.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024

Penelope D'Souza
Rahemetbai Yusuf Ismail Hasham


The director shown below has held office during the period of
10 January 2024 to 31 March 2024

Ms. Saida Khatun Soge


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
6 November 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Penelope D'Souza
Status: Director

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2024

2024 13 months to 31 March 2023


£

£
Turnover: 13,193 15,350
Cost of sales: ( 12,618 ) ( 9,472 )
Gross profit(or loss): 575 5,878
Distribution costs: 0 0
Administrative expenses: ( 60 ) ( 35 )
Other operating income: 0 0
Operating profit(or loss): 515 5,843
Interest receivable and similar income: 0 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 515 5,843
Tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 515 5,843

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2024

Notes 2024 13 months to 31 March 2023


£

£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0 0
Tangible assets:   0 0
Investments:   0 0
Total fixed assets: 0 0
Current assets
Stocks:   0 0
Debtors:   0 0
Cash at bank and in hand: 515 3,450
Investments:   0 0
Total current assets: 515 3,450
Prepayments and accrued income: 0 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0 0
Net current assets (liabilities): 515 3,450
Total assets less current liabilities: 515 3,450
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year:   0 0
Provision for liabilities: 0 0
Accruals and deferred income: 0 0
Total net assets (liabilities): 515 3,450
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 515 3,450
Total members' funds: 515 3,450

The notes form part of these financial statements

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 2024 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.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 6 November 2024
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Penelope D'Souza
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2024

  • 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

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024 13 months to 31 March 2023
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

WOMEN RISE UP COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company Number: 13945872 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 March 2024

Company activities and impact

During the financial year, our work as a community interest company that collaborates with Black and minoritised women has yielded notable benefits for the community in the following ways: - In the last 12 months, we have worked with 48 women to explore whether a digital solution can enhance the leadership journey of professional BME women. - Our research indicates significant scope for further development using immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), potentially transforming how leadership training is delivered and accessed. - By focusing on digital pathways, we have broadened opportunities for leadership development, enabling participants to hone their skills and confidently progress in their careers. - We have nurtured a supportive peer and mentoring network, which provides guidance, inspiration and encouragement, thus strengthening connections within the wider community. - Through these initiatives, we have fostered a more inclusive environment across various sectors, ensuring that diverse voices and perspectives are recognised and valued.

Consultation with stakeholders

Our stakeholders are primarily the Black and minoritised women we support, alongside the wider network of partners, mentors, educators and employers who share our commitment to fostering inclusive leadership. Our directors have strong connections within these communities, drawing on their personal experiences to shape our programmes. When new participants join our initiative, we ask them to complete a brief questionnaire outlining their professional background, aspirations and any obstacles they face. This insight enables us to tailor our support more precisely. We also gathers informal feedback through conversations during workshops and events, ensuring we remain responsive to emerging needs. Participants are invited to submit suggestions for improvements or new services. We have established a steering group comprising women from the community who bring invaluable perspectives to our planning and decision-making. This group meets regularly to discuss progress, raise concerns and propose fresh ideas, ensuring that our programmes remain closely aligned with the communities we serve. By involving participants and community members at every stage, we reinforce our core mission: to create meaningful, long-term impact for Black and minoritised women in leadership.

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
6 November 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Penelope D'Souza
Status: Director