The Zay Initiative
The Zay Initiative creates awareness; providing a platform for cross-cultural understanding and tolerance across the globe by promoting the findings of research projects and studies centred on traditional dress and body adornment. This is done through exhibitions and collaboration with museums and galleries to display the traditional articles of dress from the UAE and other Arab countries.
Activities & Mission
The Zay Initiative creates awareness; providing a platform for cross-cultural understanding and tolerance across the globe by promoting the findings of research projects and studies centred on traditional dress and body adornment. This is done through exhibitions and collaboration with museums and galleries to display the traditional articles of dress from the UAE and other Arab countries.
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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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,591 | £1,651 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £3,978 | £1,799 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £7,203 | £4,881 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £19,329 | £25,470 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2020 | £11,140 | £4,210 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Zay Initiative
What does The Zay Initiative do?
The Zay Initiative creates awareness; providing a platform for cross-cultural understanding and tolerance across the globe by promoting the findings of research projects and studies centred on traditional dress and body adornment. This is done through exhibitions and collaboration with museums and galleries to display the traditional articles of dress from the UAE and other Arab countries.
How much income did The Zay Initiative report in 2024?
The Zay Initiative reported total income of £3k and reported expenditure of £2k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Zay Initiative registered as a charity?
The Zay Initiative was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 April 2019 as charity number 1182725. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Zay Initiative?
The Zay Initiative is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Zay Initiative operate?
The Zay Initiative operates across 10 areas, including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Zay Initiative a registered charity?
Yes — The Zay Initiative is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1182725.
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Alder Lodge
73 Stevenage Road
LONDON
SW6 6NP
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