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Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project

Also known as: Swwop

We provide specialist outreach service to an extremely socially isolated and vulnerable group of women - street sex workers. Our aim is to support our clients to look after themselves, access mainstream services and lead normal lives. A contribution to the provision of healthcare is fundamentally at the core of our work. We also support women whilst in Newhall prison and also upon their release.

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Activities & Mission

We provide specialist outreach service to an extremely socially isolated and vulnerable group of women - street sex workers. Our aim is to support our clients to look after themselves, access mainstream services and lead normal lives. A contribution to the provision of healthcare is fundamentally at the core of our work. We also support women whilst in Newhall prison and also upon their release.

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
£272,741
Latest Expenditure
£291,594

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 106.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 106.9%
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
£272,741
£291,5940 / 21
2024
£302,159
£288,0230 / 10
2023
£263,118
£162,7190 / 10
2022
£175,991
£149,1640 / 7
2021
£170,952
£154,9540 / 7

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project

What does Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project do?

We provide specialist outreach service to an extremely socially isolated and vulnerable group of women - street sex workers. Our aim is to support our clients to look after themselves, access mainstream services and lead normal lives. A contribution to the provision of healthcare is fundamentally at the core of our work. We also support women whilst in Newhall prison and also upon their release.

How much income did Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project report in 2025?

Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project reported total income of £273k and reported expenditure of £292k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project registered as a charity?

Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2005 as charity number 1109759. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project?

Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Polly Foster. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project operate?

Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project operates in Sheffield City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project a registered charity?

Yes — Sheffield Working Women's Opportunities Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109759.

Details

Address
61-63A The Wicker
WMS House Wicker
SHEFFIELD
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
S3 8HT
Registration Date
27 May 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4016330
Charity Number
1109759

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Trustees

Polly Foster Chair
Anthony Bains
Caroline Holly Gray
Daniel Jennison
Dr Daisy May Matthews
Dr Louise Elizabeth Millington Dr
Lotte Aweimrin

Also Known As

  • Swwop

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