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The Royal Society For Asian Affairs

Also known as: Rsaa

The RSAA advances knowledge of Asia through its network of supporters, public events, support to young researchers, publications including the academic journal Asian Affairs and the Asian Review of Books.

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Activities & Mission

The RSAA advances knowledge of Asia through its network of supporters, public events, support to young researchers, publications including the academic journal Asian Affairs and the Asian Review of Books.

Grants

The Royal Society For Asian Affairs makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£239,081
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£161,315
Latest Expenditure
£239,081

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 148.2%
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
£161,315
£239,0810 / 3
2024
£163,884
£227,7960 / 1
2023
£181,308
£201,9880 / 1
2022
£171,345
£165,6670 / 1
2021
£143,894
£170,7850 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Royal Society For Asian Affairs

What does The Royal Society For Asian Affairs do?

The RSAA advances knowledge of Asia through its network of supporters, public events, support to young researchers, publications including the academic journal Asian Affairs and the Asian Review of Books.

How much income did The Royal Society For Asian Affairs report in 2025?

The Royal Society For Asian Affairs reported total income of £161k and reported expenditure of £239k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Royal Society For Asian Affairs registered as a charity?

The Royal Society For Asian Affairs was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 July 2018 as charity number 1179300. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Royal Society For Asian Affairs?

The Royal Society For Asian Affairs is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof Kerry Brown. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Royal Society For Asian Affairs operate?

The Royal Society For Asian Affairs operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Royal Society For Asian Affairs a registered charity?

Yes — The Royal Society For Asian Affairs is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179300.

Details

Address
NOVA NORTH
11 BRESSENDEN PLACE
LONDON
SW1E 5BY
Website
rsaa.org.uk
Registration Date
23 July 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5117608
Charity Number
1179300

Trustees

Prof Kerry Brown Chair
Andrew Ross McKee
Dr Sandeep Kaur Sandhu
Eleanor Kate Thorp
Gerald Dorey
Lucy Mary Spink
Simon Hayes

Also Known As

  • Rsaa

Data & trust

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