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British Association For Islamic Studies

Also known as: Brais

BRAIS encourages and enhances scholarly exchange, co-operation and output by hosting an annual conference for Islamic Studies scholars and students across the UK as well as focused workshops, networking events and prizes. In addition, BRAIS operates a members contact list and social media platforms allowing Islamic Studies specialists to seek advice, support and feedback from their peers.

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Activities & Mission

BRAIS encourages and enhances scholarly exchange, co-operation and output by hosting an annual conference for Islamic Studies scholars and students across the UK as well as focused workshops, networking events and prizes. In addition, BRAIS operates a members contact list and social media platforms allowing Islamic Studies specialists to seek advice, support and feedback from their peers.

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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
£21,990
Latest Expenditure
£18,027

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 82.0%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£21,990
£18,0270 / 20
2024
£18,406
£27,1430 / 20
2023
£21,439
£21,9640 / 30
2022
£19,080
£21,2070 / 16

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Association For Islamic Studies

What does British Association For Islamic Studies do?

BRAIS encourages and enhances scholarly exchange, co-operation and output by hosting an annual conference for Islamic Studies scholars and students across the UK as well as focused workshops, networking events and prizes. In addition, BRAIS operates a members contact list and social media platforms allowing Islamic Studies specialists to seek advice, support and feedback from their peers.

How much income did British Association For Islamic Studies report in 2025?

British Association For Islamic Studies reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Association For Islamic Studies registered as a charity?

British Association For Islamic Studies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 November 2021 as charity number 1196378. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs British Association For Islamic Studies?

British Association For Islamic Studies is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Fozia Bora. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Association For Islamic Studies operate?

British Association For Islamic Studies operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Association For Islamic Studies a registered charity?

Yes — British Association For Islamic Studies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196378.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 November 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5177856
Charity Number
1196378

Trustees

Dr Fozia Bora Chair
Dr Alyaa Ahmed Ebbiary
Dr Hadiza Abdulrahman
Dr Haroon Ebrahim Sidat
Dr Jaan Islam
Dr Thomas Richard George Woerner-Powell
Dr Usaama Abdullah al-Azami
Thomas Lea

Also Known As

  • Brais

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