Council For At-Risk Academics
Also known as: Council for Assisting Refugee Academics, Society for the Protection of Science and Learning Limited, Cara
To assist academics who are subject to or at risk of discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence, to relieve needs among them and their dependants so that their abilities can continue to be used for the public benefit; to support academics and their institutions in countries where their work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that they can continue to fulfil their role as educators.
Activities & Mission
To assist academics who are subject to or at risk of discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence, to relieve needs among them and their dependants so that their abilities can continue to be used for the public benefit; to support academics and their institutions in countries where their work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that they can continue to fulfil their role as educators.
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
Higher than 80% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £13,957,477 | £14,083,505 | £13,932,384 | £1,256,542 | £1,256,542 | 21 / 0 |
| 2023 | £12,464,333 | £12,246,666 | £12,206,664 | £1,358,059 | £615,285 | 20 / 0 |
| 2022 | £6,141,476 | £6,454,942 | £6,448,205 | £1,120,139 | £255,849 | 18 / 1 |
| 2021 | £3,083,608 | £2,705,307 | £2,656,360 | £1,496,240 | £381,939 | 12 / 1 |
| 2020 | £2,665,849 | £2,380,941 | £2,376,356 | £1,079,567 | £288,394 | 12 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Council For At-Risk Academics
What does Council For At-Risk Academics do?
To assist academics who are subject to or at risk of discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence, to relieve needs among them and their dependants so that their abilities can continue to be used for the public benefit; to support academics and their institutions in countries where their work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that they can continue to fulfil their role as educators.
How much income did Council For At-Risk Academics report in 2024?
Council For At-Risk Academics reported total income of £13.96m and reported expenditure of £14.08m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Council For At-Risk Academics?
Council For At-Risk Academics has a program ratio of 99.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 80% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Council For At-Risk Academics registered as a charity?
Council For At-Risk Academics was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 207471. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Council For At-Risk Academics?
Council For At-Risk Academics is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Dame Nicola Dandridge DBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Council For At-Risk Academics operate?
Council For At-Risk Academics operates across 12 areas, including Australia, Canada, France and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Council For At-Risk Academics a registered charity?
Yes — Council For At-Risk Academics is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207471.
Details
South Bank Technopark
90 London Road
LONDON
SE1 6LN
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Also Known As
- Council for Assisting Refugee Academics
- Society for the Protection of Science and Learning Limited
- Cara
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated