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African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom

The Association was active in holding its conference in Birmingham in 2018 - attracting 800 delegates - its largest to date. The organisation was also closely involved with the British Academy, supporting Writing Workshops in a range of locations including Accra, Lagos, Luanda, Nairobi, and Lalibela.

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Activities & Mission

The Association was active in holding its conference in Birmingham in 2018 - attracting 800 delegates - its largest to date. The organisation was also closely involved with the British Academy, supporting Writing Workshops in a range of locations including Accra, Lagos, Luanda, Nairobi, and Lalibela.

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
£120,821
Latest Expenditure
£62,565

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 51.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 51.8%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£120,821
£62,5650 / 7
2023
£10,618
£3,6020 / 0
2022
£40,388
£57,7470 / 0
2021
£41,968
£50,9910 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom

What does African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom do?

The Association was active in holding its conference in Birmingham in 2018 - attracting 800 delegates - its largest to date. The organisation was also closely involved with the British Academy, supporting Writing Workshops in a range of locations including Accra, Lagos, Luanda, Nairobi, and Lalibela.

How much income did African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom report in 2024?

African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom reported total income of £121k and reported expenditure of £63k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom registered as a charity?

African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 November 1966 as charity number 313561. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom?

African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Carli Coetzee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom operate?

African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom a registered charity?

Yes — African Studies Association Of The United Kingdom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313561.

Details

Address
SOAS
10 Thornhaugh Street
London
Registration Date
3 November 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
313561
Charity Number
313561

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Trustees

Dr Carli Coetzee Chair
Dr LOUISA EGBUNIKE
Dr NICI NELSON-MATTINGLY
Prof Sharifah Sekalala
Also governs 1 other charity

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