Article 19
Also known as: Article 19 Research and Information Centre on Censorship
ARTICLE 19 monitors, researches, publishes, advocates, campaigns, sets standards and litigates on behalf of freedom of expression wherever it is threatened.
Activities & Mission
ARTICLE 19 monitors, researches, publishes, advocates, campaigns, sets standards and litigates on behalf of freedom of expression wherever it is threatened.
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
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £14,990,774 | £15,239,848 | £14,936,973 | £6,391,070 | £821,311 | 169 / 0 |
| 2023 | £17,445,732 | £16,744,720 | £16,500,372 | £6,640,144 | £1,263,567 | 177 / 0 |
| 2022 | £15,232,690 | £14,820,521 | £14,602,733 | £5,939,132 | £997,342 | 183 / 0 |
| 2021 | £14,201,623 | £13,157,304 | £12,975,772 | £5,526,963 | £705,400 | 176 / 0 |
| 2020 | £11,839,165 | £10,214,452 | £10,043,578 | £4,482,644 | £717,043 | 166 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Article 19
What does Article 19 do?
ARTICLE 19 monitors, researches, publishes, advocates, campaigns, sets standards and litigates on behalf of freedom of expression wherever it is threatened.
How much income did Article 19 report in 2024?
Article 19 reported total income of £14.99m and reported expenditure of £15.24m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Article 19 registered as a charity?
Article 19 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 1987 as charity number 327421. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Article 19?
Article 19 is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Latham. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Article 19 operate?
Article 19 operates across 12 areas, including Bangladesh, Brazil, Burma and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Article 19 a registered charity?
Yes — Article 19 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327421.
Details
72-82 Rosebery Avenue
London
EC1R 4RW
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Also Known As
- Article 19 Research and Information Centre on Censorship
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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