The Advocacy People
Also known as: S.e.a.p., Seap, South of England Advocacy Projects
The purpose of the charity is to ensure that the views, wishes and feelings of those using health and social care services are promoted to service providers; and to provide advocacy support to individuals or groups who wish to resolve specific issues. The charity also provides related services, including training, consultation, and client-group specific services.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the charity is to ensure that the views, wishes and feelings of those using health and social care services are promoted to service providers; and to provide advocacy support to individuals or groups who wish to resolve specific issues. The charity also provides related services, including training, consultation, and client-group specific services.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 81% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £6,018,335 | £6,166,624 | £6,166,624 | £1,951,396 | £1,947,374 | 188 / 160 |
| 2024 | £6,277,676 | £5,846,845 | £5,846,845 | £2,099,685 | £2,098,070 | 194 / 140 |
| 2023 | £5,366,908 | £5,352,905 | £5,352,905 | £1,668,854 | £1,665,308 | 183 / 50 |
| 2022 | £5,037,602 | £4,781,570 | £4,781,570 | £1,654,851 | £1,640,230 | 167 / 55 |
| 2021 | £4,699,152 | £4,514,025 | £4,514,025 | £1,398,819 | £1,363,279 | 163 / 55 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Advocacy People
What does The Advocacy People do?
The purpose of the charity is to ensure that the views, wishes and feelings of those using health and social care services are promoted to service providers; and to provide advocacy support to individuals or groups who wish to resolve specific issues. The charity also provides related services, including training, consultation, and client-group specific services.
How much income did The Advocacy People report in 2025?
The Advocacy People reported total income of £6.02m and reported expenditure of £6.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Advocacy People?
The Advocacy People has a program ratio of 102.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Advocacy People registered as a charity?
The Advocacy People was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 2000 as charity number 1080679. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Advocacy People?
The Advocacy People is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elena Raluca Nistor-Lustermans. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Advocacy People operate?
The Advocacy People operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is The Advocacy People a registered charity?
Yes — The Advocacy People is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1080679.
Details
49-51 Cambridge Road
HASTINGS
East Sussex
TN34 1DT
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Also Known As
- S.e.a.p.
- Seap
- South of England Advocacy Projects
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated