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Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom )

LESCO exists to provide benefit to Somalis living in the London Borough of Lewisham, as well as surrounding London Boroughs, and to advance their education by the provision of classes in a range of subjects. We provide information on housing, welfare, health, immigration and other issues.

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Activities & Mission

LESCO exists to provide benefit to Somalis living in the London Borough of Lewisham, as well as surrounding London Boroughs, and to advance their education by the provision of classes in a range of subjects. We provide information on housing, welfare, health, immigration and other issues.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,000
Latest Expenditure
£7,000

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom )

What does Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) do?

LESCO exists to provide benefit to Somalis living in the London Borough of Lewisham, as well as surrounding London Boroughs, and to advance their education by the provision of classes in a range of subjects. We provide information on housing, welfare, health, immigration and other issues.

When was Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) registered as a charity?

Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 January 2000 as charity number 1079171. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom )?

Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nimo Abdirahman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) operate?

Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) operates in Lewisham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) a registered charity?

Yes — Lewisham Somali Community ( Lescom ) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079171.

Details

Address
ETTA COMMUNITY HALL
GOSTERWOOD STREET
DEPTFORD
LONDON
SE8 5PB
Registration Date
29 January 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3960453
Charity Number
1079171

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Trustees

Nimo Abdirahman Chair
HINDA IBRAHIM
Lula Ismail
SAHRA MOHAMED OMAR

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30 July 2026
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