The Shi'ah Institute
Also known as: The Shi`ah
Facilitate & promote scholarship on Shi'ah Ithna Ashari Islam, its heritage & peoples. Present diverse approaches founded on effective traditions of textual scholarship & hermeneutics, complement by modern academic methods to foster a better understanding of Shi'ah Islam. Provide a forum for the highest standard of research & the academic dissemination of the timeless & universal Shi'ah tradition.
Activities & Mission
Facilitate & promote scholarship on Shi'ah Ithna Ashari Islam, its heritage & peoples. Present diverse approaches founded on effective traditions of textual scholarship & hermeneutics, complement by modern academic methods to foster a better understanding of Shi'ah Islam. Provide a forum for the highest standard of research & the academic dissemination of the timeless & universal Shi'ah tradition.
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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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 | £29,758 | £48,770 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £16,524 | £14,582 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £73,370 | £71,196 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £150,887 | £137,060 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Shi'ah Institute
What does The Shi'ah Institute do?
Facilitate & promote scholarship on Shi'ah Ithna Ashari Islam, its heritage & peoples. Present diverse approaches founded on effective traditions of textual scholarship & hermeneutics, complement by modern academic methods to foster a better understanding of Shi'ah Islam. Provide a forum for the highest standard of research & the academic dissemination of the timeless & universal Shi'ah tradition.
How much income did The Shi'ah Institute report in 2025?
The Shi'ah Institute reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Shi'ah Institute registered as a charity?
The Shi'ah Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 2013 as charity number 1153889. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Shi'ah Institute?
The Shi'ah Institute is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is RAZA HASSAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shi'ah Institute operate?
The Shi'ah Institute operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shi'ah Institute a registered charity?
Yes — The Shi'ah Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153889.
Details
26 BLOOMSBURY STREET
BLOOMSBURY
LONDON
WC1B 3QJ
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