Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited
Also known as: Institute for Human Rights & Business
IHRB provide a trusted, impartial space for dialogue and independent analysis to deepen understanding of human rights challenges and issues and the appropriate role of business. We seek to address problems where the law may be unclear, where accountability and responsibility may not be well-defined, and where legitimate dispute settlement mechanisms may be non-existent or poorly-administered.
Activities & Mission
IHRB provide a trusted, impartial space for dialogue and independent analysis to deepen understanding of human rights challenges and issues and the appropriate role of business. We seek to address problems where the law may be unclear, where accountability and responsibility may not be well-defined, and where legitimate dispute settlement mechanisms may be non-existent or poorly-administered.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 76% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 143). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,986,385 | £3,015,359 | £2,958,933 | £1,102,465 | £111,536 | 10 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,159,140 | £2,794,582 | £2,741,378 | £1,131,439 | £382,538 | 20 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,486,640 | £2,944,934 | £2,898,767 | £1,766,881 | £731,460 | 24 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,212,161 | £3,792,990 | £3,738,036 | £2,219,673 | £599,626 | 35 / 0 |
| 2020 | £4,064,414 | £2,825,639 | £2,801,417 | £2,806,004 | £807,957 | 26 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited
What does Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited do?
IHRB provide a trusted, impartial space for dialogue and independent analysis to deepen understanding of human rights challenges and issues and the appropriate role of business. We seek to address problems where the law may be unclear, where accountability and responsibility may not be well-defined, and where legitimate dispute settlement mechanisms may be non-existent or poorly-administered.
How much income did Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited report in 2024?
Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited reported total income of £2.99m and reported expenditure of £3.02m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited?
Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited has a program ratio of 99.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 143 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited registered as a charity?
Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 September 2009 as charity number 1131790. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited?
Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited operate?
Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited operates across 4 areas: Burma, Switzerland, United States and London.
Is Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Institute For Human Rights & Business Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1131790.
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19C COMMERCIAL ROAD
EASTBOURNE
EAST SUSSEX
BN21 3XE
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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