Refugee Women Connect
Also known as: Merseyside Asylum Seekers and Refugees Pre and Post-Natal Support Group
Refugee Women Connect, previously known as MRANG, is set up to support women asylum-seekers, refugees and survivors of trafficking. We run an extensive outreach programme with weekly drop-ins where women can access a range of emotional and practical support and activities. We run an additional support group for perinatal women and a self-esteem support group. We also offer one-to-one casework.
Activities & Mission
Refugee Women Connect, previously known as MRANG, is set up to support women asylum-seekers, refugees and survivors of trafficking. We run an extensive outreach programme with weekly drop-ins where women can access a range of emotional and practical support and activities. We run an additional support group for perinatal women and a self-esteem support group. We also offer one-to-one casework.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £512,474 | £395,477 | £395,477 | £355,691 | £213,855 | 12 / 0 |
| 2024 | £344,280 | £436,290 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £537,099 | £433,646 | £433,646 | £330,704 | £133,865 | 14 / 50 |
| 2022 | £434,618 | £521,036 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £607,808 | £456,964 | £456,964 | £313,669 | £49,996 | 15 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Refugee Women Connect
What does Refugee Women Connect do?
Refugee Women Connect, previously known as MRANG, is set up to support women asylum-seekers, refugees and survivors of trafficking. We run an extensive outreach programme with weekly drop-ins where women can access a range of emotional and practical support and activities. We run an additional support group for perinatal women and a self-esteem support group. We also offer one-to-one casework.
How much income did Refugee Women Connect report in 2025?
Refugee Women Connect reported total income of £512k and reported expenditure of £395k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Refugee Women Connect?
Refugee Women Connect has a program ratio of 77.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Refugee Women Connect registered as a charity?
Refugee Women Connect was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 April 2006 as charity number 1113574. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Refugee Women Connect?
Refugee Women Connect is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is PHILOMENE UWAMALIYA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Refugee Women Connect operate?
Refugee Women Connect operates across 6 areas, including Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool City and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Refugee Women Connect a registered charity?
Yes — Refugee Women Connect is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113574.
Details
111H Bixteth Street
Liverpool
L3 9LQ
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Also Known As
- Merseyside Asylum Seekers and Refugees Pre and Post-Natal Support Group
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated