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International Association For Fire Safety Science

Also known as: Iafss

The IAFSS encourages research into, and the application of, science and engineering to prevent and mitigate the adverse effects of fires and provides a forum for sharing and disseminating this knowledge. IAFSS offers valuable resources to members, including free access to our official journal, Fire Safety Journal, and to past symposium proceedings.

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Activities & Mission

The IAFSS encourages research into, and the application of, science and engineering to prevent and mitigate the adverse effects of fires and provides a forum for sharing and disseminating this knowledge. IAFSS offers valuable resources to members, including free access to our official journal, Fire Safety Journal, and to past symposium proceedings.

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.

Show all 47 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£25,679
Latest Expenditure
£20,920

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.5%
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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2026 — The International Association for Fire Safety Science (organisation 800306)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£25,679
£20,9200 / 5
2023
£1,000
£50 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about International Association For Fire Safety Science

What does International Association For Fire Safety Science do?

The IAFSS encourages research into, and the application of, science and engineering to prevent and mitigate the adverse effects of fires and provides a forum for sharing and disseminating this knowledge. IAFSS offers valuable resources to members, including free access to our official journal, Fire Safety Journal, and to past symposium proceedings.

How much income did International Association For Fire Safety Science report in 2024?

International Association For Fire Safety Science reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was International Association For Fire Safety Science registered as a charity?

International Association For Fire Safety Science was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 February 2023 as charity number 1202005. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs International Association For Fire Safety Science?

International Association For Fire Safety Science is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Naian Liu. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does International Association For Fire Safety Science operate?

International Association For Fire Safety Science operates across 47 areas, including Australia, Austria, Belgium and 44 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is International Association For Fire Safety Science a registered charity?

Yes — International Association For Fire Safety Science is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202005.

Details

Address
C/O Prof. Jennifer Wen
VC IAFSS
School of Engineering
University of Warwick
Coventry
Registration Date
20 February 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5207169
Charity Number
1202005

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Trustees

Professor Naian Liu Chair
Dr Albert Simeoni
Dr Brian Meacham
Dr Eric Camille Marcel Guillaume
Dr Maria de las Nieves Fernandez Anez
Professor Anthony Abu
Professor Arnaud Trouve
Professor Elizabeth Joan Weckman
Professor Xiao Ling Wen
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Yuji Nakamura

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Iafss

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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