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Oromo Women Association UK

OWA UK is a Voice for the Voiceless Oromo mothers in Oromia, Ethiopia, organising peaceful protests across UK. OWA UK assist Oromo migrants to settle in the United KingdomOWA UK promote Oromo culture, cultural food, Oromo music and dance to a youWe come together to celebrate Irreecha (Oromo Thanks giving Day) every year September - NovemberWe celebrate International Women's Day

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Activities & Mission

OWA UK is a Voice for the Voiceless Oromo mothers in Oromia, Ethiopia, organising peaceful protests across UK. OWA UK assist Oromo migrants to settle in the United KingdomOWA UK promote Oromo culture, cultural food, Oromo music and dance to a youWe come together to celebrate Irreecha (Oromo Thanks giving Day) every year September - NovemberWe celebrate International Women's Day

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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
£650
Latest Expenditure
£20

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 3.1%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£650
£200 / 0
2024
£420
£00 / 3
2023
£40
£200 / 3
2022
£100
£500 / 0
2021
£100
£500 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Oromo Women Association UK

What does Oromo Women Association UK do?

OWA UK is a Voice for the Voiceless Oromo mothers in Oromia, Ethiopia, organising peaceful protests across UK. OWA UK assist Oromo migrants to settle in the United KingdomOWA UK promote Oromo culture, cultural food, Oromo music and dance to a youWe come together to celebrate Irreecha (Oromo Thanks giving Day) every year September - NovemberWe celebrate International Women's Day

How much income did Oromo Women Association UK report in 2025?

Oromo Women Association UK reported total income of £650.00 and reported expenditure of £20.00 for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Oromo Women Association UK registered as a charity?

Oromo Women Association UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2015 as charity number 1163845. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Oromo Women Association UK?

Oromo Women Association UK is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ADDIS ALEM DERESSA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Oromo Women Association UK operate?

Oromo Women Association UK operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Oromo Women Association UK a registered charity?

Yes — Oromo Women Association UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163845.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
owa.uk
Registration Date
6 October 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5065802
Charity Number
1163845

Trustees

ADDIS ALEM DERESSA Chair
DIREBE TIBA
KONJIT TILAHUN
RAZIka Zaker
SEBLEWONGALE TADDESSE

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2 November 2026
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