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The Lotus Flower

The Lotus Flower runs safe centres and projects for women and girl conflict survivors and other vulnerable community members, predominantly in the Kurdistan region. We provide the tools and opportunities they need to lead change themselves. We provide livelihoods and skills training, small business support, educational classes, mental health therapy and awareness on women's rights and GBV.

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Activities & Mission

The Lotus Flower runs safe centres and projects for women and girl conflict survivors and other vulnerable community members, predominantly in the Kurdistan region. We provide the tools and opportunities they need to lead change themselves. We provide livelihoods and skills training, small business support, educational classes, mental health therapy and awareness on women's rights and GBV.

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

Latest Income
£405,525
Latest Expenditure
£425,110

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.8%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£405,525
£425,1100 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Lotus Flower

What does The Lotus Flower do?

The Lotus Flower runs safe centres and projects for women and girl conflict survivors and other vulnerable community members, predominantly in the Kurdistan region. We provide the tools and opportunities they need to lead change themselves. We provide livelihoods and skills training, small business support, educational classes, mental health therapy and awareness on women's rights and GBV.

How much income did The Lotus Flower report in 2024?

The Lotus Flower reported total income of £406k and reported expenditure of £425k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Lotus Flower registered as a charity?

The Lotus Flower was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 July 2023 as charity number 1203840. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Lotus Flower?

The Lotus Flower is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ruth Szabo-Khalastchi. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Lotus Flower operate?

The Lotus Flower operates across 2 areas: Iraq and England And Wales.

Is The Lotus Flower a registered charity?

Yes — The Lotus Flower is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1203840.

Details

Address
The Enterprise Centre
University of East Anglia
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
Registration Date
4 July 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5207956
Charity Number
1203840

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Trustees

Ruth Szabo-Khalastchi Chair
Hannah Wheatley
Karima Frances Haywood
Pegah Manteghi

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