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African Association For The Study Of Religions

The African Association for the Study of Religions (AASR) is an academic association that promotes the study of religions in Africa through international collaboration and by means of the arrangement of conferences and symposia, the publication of an academic journal, and other associated activities.

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Activities & Mission

The African Association for the Study of Religions (AASR) is an academic association that promotes the study of religions in Africa through international collaboration and by means of the arrangement of conferences and symposia, the publication of an academic journal, and other associated activities.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,072
Latest Expenditure
£988

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 10.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 10.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£9,072
£9880 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about African Association For The Study Of Religions

What does African Association For The Study Of Religions do?

The African Association for the Study of Religions (AASR) is an academic association that promotes the study of religions in Africa through international collaboration and by means of the arrangement of conferences and symposia, the publication of an academic journal, and other associated activities.

How much income did African Association For The Study Of Religions report in 2024?

African Association For The Study Of Religions reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £988.00 for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was African Association For The Study Of Religions registered as a charity?

African Association For The Study Of Religions was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 January 2024 as charity number 1206540. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs African Association For The Study Of Religions?

African Association For The Study Of Religions is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Damaris Seleina Parsitau. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does African Association For The Study Of Religions operate?

African Association For The Study Of Religions operates across 5 areas, including Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is African Association For The Study Of Religions a registered charity?

Yes — African Association For The Study Of Religions is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206540.

Details

Address
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
School of Philosophy and Religion
WOODHOUSE LANE
LEEDS
LS2 9JT
Registration Date
15 January 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5227806
Charity Number
1206540

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Trustees

Dr Damaris Seleina Parsitau Chair
Dr Abel Friday Ugba
Dr Adriaan van Klinken
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr BENSON IGBOIN
Dr Megan Robertson

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