PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
15018081 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 July 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 21 July 2023

End date: 31 July 2024

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2024

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

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Directors' report period ended 31 July 2024

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

Principal activities of the company

Project27 collaborates with academic researchers, small businesses, access consultants, and community groups with an interest in disability inclusion, accessibility , and deep expertise in one of our fields of interest, such as science and technology. Through consultancy and project collaborations, we enable blind or learning-disabled people to participate in learning, work, and social life. Through project-based learning, working in teams, and building unique pathways for growth; we provide a safe-space and tailored support to help members of our community find their passions, develop valuable skills, and succeed in the job market, such that they can grow personally and professionally at the pace that suits them. The company started trading on 1st January 2024.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
21 July 2023 to 31 July 2024

D Hajas
D Garratt


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
9 March 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: D Hajas
Status: Director

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 July 2024

2024


£
Turnover: 3,776
Gross profit(or loss): 3,776
Administrative expenses: ( 4,221 )
Operating profit(or loss): (445)
Profit(or loss) before tax: (445)
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (445)

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Balance sheet

As at 31 July 2024

Notes 2024


£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 13,727
Total current assets: 13,727
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 3 ( 14,172 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (445)
Total assets less current liabilities: (445)
Total net assets (liabilities): (445)
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: (445)
Total members' funds: ( 445)

The notes form part of these financial statements

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 July 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 9 March 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: D Hajas
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 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

    Turnover policy

    Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the rendering of services, which is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs.

    Other accounting policies

    Going concern - The directors will continue to support the company. Debtors - Short term debtors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price), less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts. Creditors - Short term creditors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price). Taxation - A current tax liability is recognised for the tax payable on the taxable profit of the current and past periods. A current tax asset is recognised in respect of a tax loss that can be carried back to recover tax paid in a previous period. Deferred tax is recognised in respect of all timing differences between the recognition of income and expenses in the financial statements and their inclusion in tax assessments. Unrelieved tax losses and other deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date and that are expected to apply to the reversal of the timing difference, except for revalued land and investment property where the tax rate that applies to the sale of the asset is used. Current and deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted.

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024
    Average number of employees during the period 0

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2024

3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2024
£
Other creditors 14,172
Total 14,172

Other creditors includes the balances on D Hajas' director's account of £10,726 and D Garratt's director's account of £2,726.

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

PROJECT27 CONSULTANCY GROUP C.I.C.

Company Number: 15018081 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 July 2024

Company activities and impact

Project27 is a Community Interest Company committed to enhancing accessibility and inclusive skills development for blind and partially sighted individuals, as well as people with learning disabilities. Our work is structured into two main areas: 1. Consultancy Services: We collaborate with organisations, research institutions, and businesses to improve accessibility in data visualisation, media production, and research communication. We provide expert guidance on designing accessible information and offer training to professionals seeking to embed accessibility in their work. 2. Community Services: We run initiatives that empower disabled individuals with creative and technical skills, enabling them to engage in digital storytelling, multimedia production, and self-advocacy. These activities foster independence, inclusion, and better representation in creative and professional spaces. Between 1st January and 31st July 2024, we focused on delivering impact through small consultancy projects, academic collaborations, and stakeholder engagement. Notable activities included: - Accessible Data Visualisation Consultancy: We advised research groups on making complex data more accessible to blind users. This included a collaboration with the University of Utah to explore innovative approaches to accessible chart design. - Interactive Art and Storytelling for Awareness: We partnered with Level3 Productions, a local social enterprise, to develop an interactive media installation. The project follows the experiences of a blind individual and a person with learning disabilities, raising awareness of accessibility challenges while documenting the creative process behind inclusive media production. - Training and Skills Development: We provided training in multimedia and storytelling for learning-disabled individuals, equipping them with tools to enhance self-advocacy through creative expression. - Stakeholder Engagement and Market Research: We engaged with community groups, access consultants, and research institutions to better understand accessibility gaps and refine our approach to delivering impactful community services. Our work has been recognised by esteemed institutions such as the University of Utah and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as well as community organisations like This New Ground and Level3 Productions. We have also received financial and non-financial support to grow our business, including backing from the London Business School and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Consultation with stakeholders

Project27 engages a diverse group of stakeholders, including disabled individuals, research institutions, charitable organisations, and community partners. Our key stakeholders include: - End-Users: Blind or partially sighted individuals and people with learning disabilities who benefit directly from our services. - Research and Academic Institutions: Collaborators such as the University of Utah and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, who engage with us on accessibility-focused research. - Charitable Organisations: Groups such as Look UK, Blind in Business, Thomas Pocklington Trust, Carousel, This New Ground, and Level3 Productions, who support or represent the disabled community. - Funding and Business Development Partners: Organisations such as London Business School and the Sussex Innovation Centre, which have provided financial and strategic support. Throughout the year, we actively sought input from our stakeholders through: 1. Interviews and Surveys: We conducted over 20 in-depth interviews with disabled individuals, leaders of community organisations, and researchers. These were supplemented by surveys to gather broader insights into community needs and accessibility challenges. 2. Advisory Board Formation: We established an advisory board composed of representatives from our key stakeholder groups. Currently, the board consists of three general members and a chairman, with a plan to expand to 10 members by 2026 to ensure diverse perspectives. 3. Development of a Theory of Change: Based on stakeholder feedback, we began drafting a Theory of Change to better articulate how Project27 creates impact and to define measurable outcomes for our interventions. Stakeholder feedback highlighted several areas of importance related to the design of our community services: 1. Training and Mentorship: Stakeholders emphasised the need for a dual-mentor system, where learners receive guidance from both professionals in their field and mentors with lived experience of disability. In response, we have begun exploring structured mentorship opportunities. 2. Flexible and Accessible Learning: Our stakeholders advocated for a mix of in-person and virtual training sessions, self-paced learning modules, and project-based skill development. We are incorporating these elements into our future programme design. 3. Community Building: There was strong interest in team-based learning, social integration activities, and networking opportunities. As a result, we have started developing structured group activities and peer-learning opportunities. As we continue refining our services, we will: 1. Expand our advisory board to include a broader range of lived experiences and expertise. 2. Develop and implement a mentorship framework informed by stakeholder feedback. 3.Finalise and integrate our Theory of Change to measure and communicate our impact more effectively. 4. Pilot new training programmes that align with the accessibility and learning recommendations received from stakeholders.

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
9 March 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Daniel Hajas
Status: Director