The Accountability Unit
Also known as: Accountability Unit or Au
Accountability Unit has four strategic work streams: litigation, advocacy, policy-advice and mentoring. We seek to advance accountability for gender-based rights violations through petitioning legal bodies, raising awareness of gender based harm, harmonising domestic state practice with international obligations, and providing specialist help to lawyers assisting survivors of gender-based harm.
Activities & Mission
Accountability Unit has four strategic work streams: litigation, advocacy, policy-advice and mentoring. We seek to advance accountability for gender-based rights violations through petitioning legal bodies, raising awareness of gender based harm, harmonising domestic state practice with international obligations, and providing specialist help to lawyers assisting survivors of gender-based harm.
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
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £978 | £66 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £454 | £459 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £4,169 | £9,119 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £5,000 | £96 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £493 | £66 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Accountability Unit
What does The Accountability Unit do?
Accountability Unit has four strategic work streams: litigation, advocacy, policy-advice and mentoring. We seek to advance accountability for gender-based rights violations through petitioning legal bodies, raising awareness of gender based harm, harmonising domestic state practice with international obligations, and providing specialist help to lawyers assisting survivors of gender-based harm.
How much income did The Accountability Unit report in 2025?
The Accountability Unit reported total income of £978.00 and reported expenditure of £66.00 for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Accountability Unit registered as a charity?
The Accountability Unit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2016 as charity number 1166018. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Accountability Unit?
The Accountability Unit is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Accountability Unit operate?
The Accountability Unit operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Accountability Unit a registered charity?
Yes — The Accountability Unit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166018.
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- Accountability Unit or Au
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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