REGISTERED NUMBER: 12369408 (England and Wales)

Community Interest Company Report

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025

for

Roconect CIC

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY'S ACTIVITIES AND IMPACT

In the space provided below, please insert a general account of the company’s activities in the financial year to which the report relates, including a description of how they have benefited the community. During the financial year 2025, Roconect CIC continued its work to support vulnerable individuals, strengthen community cohesion, and raise awareness of modern slavery and exploitation. The organisation delivered community engagement initiatives, cultural events, and awareness activities while working alongside churches, volunteers, community organisations, and public institutions. Key activities included promoting Romanian cultural heritage through public events, facilitating community participation in civic and parliamentary initiatives, and encouraging the reporting of modern slavery through its support and awareness campaigns.

These activities benefited the community by reducing social isolation, strengthening cultural identity, fostering greater community engagement, and supporting vulnerable individuals at risk of exploitation. Through its programmes and partnerships, Roconect CIC helped create stronger community networks and increased awareness of important social issues affecting the Romanian community and wider society in the UK. Key activities for 2025: On 12 April 2025 we organised Light and Peace concert at All Hallows by the Tower, London, bringing together members of the Romanian community from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Delivered in collaboration with volunteers, community organisations, faith groups and local businesses, the event promoted cultural heritage, social inclusion and community cohesion, further advancing the Company's community interest objectives.

Also in April 2025, Roconect marked International Roma Day through a community engagement initiative recognising the contribution and cultural heritage of Roma communities. As part of the event, we invited distinguished community and faith leaders, including Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain and Ciprian Jacheanu, pastor of one of the largest Roma churches in the United Kingdom, to deliver messages of encouragement and inclusion to members of the Romanian Roma community. The initiative promoted cultural awareness, community cohesion and social inclusion, and provided a positive platform for celebrating Roma identity and strengthening engagement with underrepresented communities.

In May through its Romanian Business Club initiative, Roconect continued to facilitate engagement between Romanian entrepreneurs from UK and European institutions through a visit to the European Parliament in Brussels. The initiative provided opportunities for business owners and professionals to engage with policymakers and discuss matters relating to entrepreneurship, innovation, economic development and cross-border collaboration. We have also organised the second Romanian Business Summit, held to mark Europe Day and to highlight the role of the Romanian diaspora in strengthening relations between the United Kingdom and the European Union.

This activities furthered Roconect's community interest objectives by supporting promoting networking opportunities and strengthening engagement between the Romanian business community and relevant Also in April 2025, Roconect marked International Roma Day through a community engagement initiative recognising the contribution and cultural heritage of Roma communities. As part of the event, we invited distinguished community and faith leaders, including Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain and Ciprian Jacheanu, pastor of one of the largest Roma churches in the United Kingdom, to deliver messages of encouragement and inclusion to members of the Romanian Roma community. The initiative promoted cultural awareness, community cohesion and social inclusion, and provided a positive platform for celebrating Roma identity and strengthening engagement with underrepresented communities. In May through its Romanian Business Club initiative, Roconect continued to facilitate engagement between Romanian entrepreneurs from UK and European institutions through a visit to the European Parliament in Brussels.

The initiative provided opportunities for business owners and professionals to engage with policymakers and discuss matters relating to entrepreneurship, innovation, economic development and cross-border collaboration. We have also organised the second Romanian Business Summit, held to mark Europe Day and to highlight the role of the Romanian diaspora in strengthening relations between the United Kingdom and the European Union. public institutions, thereby contributing to economic and social development within the communities served by Roconect .

In June, Roconect responded to community tensions and incidents affecting members of the Romanian and Roma communities in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. A multi-agency working group was established, bringing together community organisations, activists, researchers, professionals, and business representatives to coordinate support and engagement activities. Roconect CEO participated in meetings with local stakeholders, including Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and members of other local communities, to promote dialogue, solidarity, and community cohesion. We also engaged with local authorities and community leaders to monitor developments and advocate for measures aimed at preventing hate-related incidents and improving community safety.

Roconect facilitated engagement between members of the Romanian business community and representatives of the Greater London Authority. Discussions focused on key challenges affecting small and medium-sized enterprises, including infrastructure constraints, workforce recruitment, skills shortages, and immigration-related matters. In August, Roconect continued to promote awareness of Roma history and heritage through partnership working, advocacy, and community engagement activities. We supported educational and commemorative initiatives to raise awareness of the Roma Holocaust. These activities contributed to the promotion of inclusion, historical awareness, and community cohesion.

Since September, Roconect has proudly supported the development and delivery of Familia în UK, a volunteer-led initiative providing reliable information, practical guidance, and educational support to Romanian families across the United Kingdom. Through an online platform and a network of volunteer professionals, the initiative has helped families access information on key aspects of life in the UK, promoted informed decision-making, and strengthened community support networks.

Roconect concluded 2025 by organising the third edition of the Prayer Evening of Romanian Churches at the UK Parliament, held in celebration of Romania’s National Day. We also organised a commemorative event at the UK Parliament marking Romania’s National Day. The event promoted cultural heritage, community cohesion, and public understanding of Romanian history, with a particular focus on the legacy of Cardinal Iuliu Hossu and the historical significance of the Great Union of 1918. The event brought together representatives from diverse communities, academics, faith leaders, elected officials, and members of the Romanian diaspora, fostering dialogue, inclusion, and cross-cultural engagement.

Our final event of the year was the Romanian Christmas Carol Concert in Trafalgar Square, London, promoting Romanian cultural heritage and traditions within the wider community. The event was held with the support of the Greater London Authority and marked the third consecutive year of participation. The project relied on the contribution of volunteers and provided an opportunity for community members to celebrate and share Romanian traditions in a prominent public setting, strengthening cultural identity and community engagement.

CONSULTATION WITH STAKEHOLDERS

Roconect's principal stakeholders include beneficiaries and members of the Romanian community in the United Kingdom, volunteers, partner organisations, churches and faith groups, donors, public authorities, and organisations working to address modern slavery and support vulnerable individuals. Roconect CIC engages with these stakeholders through community events, awareness campaigns, collaborative projects, volunteer engagement, direct communication with beneficiaries, and ongoing liaison with partner organisations and public bodies.

Roconect obtains feedback through regular engagement with its stakeholders, including discussions at community events, consultation with volunteers and community leaders, collaboration with churches and partner organisations. In response to stakeholder feedback and identified community needs, Roconect has continued to develop programmes that promote community cohesion, preserve cultural heritage, increase awareness of modern slavery, and support vulnerable individuals.

Roconect has also strengthened collaborative working with community organisations, churches and public institutions to ensure that its activities remain relevant, accessible and responsive to the needs of the communities it serves. The Directors consider stakeholder engagement to be an essential part of the Roconect's decision-making process and are committed to ensuring that stakeholder views inform the development and delivery of its community benefit activities.

There has been no stakeholder consultation held.

DIRECTORS' REMUNERATION

No remuneration was received by the directors.

TRANSFER OF ASSETS OTHER THAN FOR FULL CONSIDERATION

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration has been made.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD:

Mrs C Jitianu - Director

14 October 2026