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Just Society Trust

Also known as: The John Smith Trust

To advance education in relation to democratic systems of government, social justice and the rule of law by? Running fellowship programmes that give young present and future leaders the opportunity to explore issues of governance, rule of law and social justice;? maintaining an active worldwide network of alumni to share experience and learning across borders.

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Activities & Mission

To advance education in relation to democratic systems of government, social justice and the rule of law by? Running fellowship programmes that give young present and future leaders the opportunity to explore issues of governance, rule of law and social justice;? maintaining an active worldwide network of alumni to share experience and learning across borders.

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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.

Show all 13 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£587,468
Latest Expenditure
£572,822

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 97.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £587,468
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £572,822
Raising Funds £0
Governance £8,758
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£587,468
£572,822£572,822£240,291£240,2916 / 0
2024
£635,386
£542,563£542,563£225,645£225,6455 / 0
2023
£368,471
£351,4270 / 0
2022
£248,569
£226,0750 / 0
2021
£234,941
£249,8050 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Just Society Trust

What does Just Society Trust do?

To advance education in relation to democratic systems of government, social justice and the rule of law by? Running fellowship programmes that give young present and future leaders the opportunity to explore issues of governance, rule of law and social justice;? maintaining an active worldwide network of alumni to share experience and learning across borders.

How much income did Just Society Trust report in 2025?

Just Society Trust reported total income of £587k and reported expenditure of £573k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Just Society Trust registered as a charity?

Just Society Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 2017 as charity number 1174898. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Just Society Trust?

Just Society Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Just Society Trust operate?

Just Society Trust operates across 13 areas, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus and 10 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Just Society Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Just Society Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174898.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
www.jst.org
Registration Date
29 September 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5090866
Charity Number
1174898

Trustees

Alexander David Just
Baroness Alison Mary Suttie
Also governs 1 other charity
Emma MacLennan
Jeremy Craig Oliphant
Lord John Alderdice

Also Known As

  • The John Smith Trust

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