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Music Action International

Also known as: Musicians Without Borders, Mwb

MUSIC ACTION INTERNATIONAL CREATE LIFE-CHANGING MUSIC PROGRAMMES WITH WAR SURVIVORS TO OVERCOME THE EFFECTS OF WAR-RELATED TRAUMA. EVERY YEAR, WE SUPPORT AROUND 2000 CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS AFFECTED BY WAR, SEXUAL VIOLENCE, TORTURE, DISCRIMINATION, HATE CRIME, AND RELATED TRAUMA IN THE UK, SIERRA LEONE AND BOSNIA-HERCEGOVINA.

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Activities & Mission

MUSIC ACTION INTERNATIONAL CREATE LIFE-CHANGING MUSIC PROGRAMMES WITH WAR SURVIVORS TO OVERCOME THE EFFECTS OF WAR-RELATED TRAUMA. EVERY YEAR, WE SUPPORT AROUND 2000 CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS AFFECTED BY WAR, SEXUAL VIOLENCE, TORTURE, DISCRIMINATION, HATE CRIME, AND RELATED TRAUMA IN THE UK, SIERRA LEONE AND BOSNIA-HERCEGOVINA.

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
£306,392
Latest Expenditure
£254,060

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 82.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 82.9%
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
£306,392
£254,0600 / 5
2024
£241,823
£213,9390 / 5
2023
£150,570
£168,9990 / 10
2022
£117,517
£172,2460 / 10
2021
£142,171
£122,2650 / 8

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Frequently asked questions about Music Action International

What does Music Action International do?

MUSIC ACTION INTERNATIONAL CREATE LIFE-CHANGING MUSIC PROGRAMMES WITH WAR SURVIVORS TO OVERCOME THE EFFECTS OF WAR-RELATED TRAUMA. EVERY YEAR, WE SUPPORT AROUND 2000 CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS AFFECTED BY WAR, SEXUAL VIOLENCE, TORTURE, DISCRIMINATION, HATE CRIME, AND RELATED TRAUMA IN THE UK, SIERRA LEONE AND BOSNIA-HERCEGOVINA.

How much income did Music Action International report in 2025?

Music Action International reported total income of £306k and reported expenditure of £254k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Music Action International registered as a charity?

Music Action International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 June 2010 as charity number 1136295. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Music Action International?

Music Action International is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Music Action International operate?

Music Action International operates across 4 areas: Bosnia And Herzegovina, Georgia, Sierra Leone and England.

Is Music Action International a registered charity?

Yes — Music Action International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136295.

Details

Address
ISLINGTON MILL STUDIOS
ISLINGTON MILL
JAMES STREET
SALFORD
M3 5HW
Registration Date
10 June 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5004877
Charity Number
1136295

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Trustees

Daniel Diaz Vera
Isobel Bruce
Leena Sahloul
Also governs 1 other charity
Robert Keith Beardon
Shalita Davda

Also Known As

  • Musicians Without Borders
  • Mwb

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