Wasafiri
THE PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF THE CHARITY IS TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE ART OF INTERNATIONAL LITERATURES, BOTH OLD AND NEW AND PRIMARILY OF DIASPORIC LITERATURES.
Activities & Mission
THE PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF THE CHARITY IS TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE ART OF INTERNATIONAL LITERATURES, BOTH OLD AND NEW AND PRIMARILY OF DIASPORIC LITERATURES.
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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Financial Information
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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 | £176,794 | £186,363 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £168,067 | £157,363 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £156,704 | £148,866 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £194,960 | £154,689 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £168,949 | £144,842 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wasafiri
What does Wasafiri do?
THE PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF THE CHARITY IS TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE ART OF INTERNATIONAL LITERATURES, BOTH OLD AND NEW AND PRIMARILY OF DIASPORIC LITERATURES.
How much income did Wasafiri report in 2025?
Wasafiri reported total income of £177k and reported expenditure of £186k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wasafiri registered as a charity?
Wasafiri was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 1996 as charity number 1059778. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Wasafiri?
Wasafiri is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Florian Stadtler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wasafiri operate?
Wasafiri operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Wasafiri a registered charity?
Yes — Wasafiri is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1059778.
Details
Queen Mary University Of London
327 Mile End Road
LONDON
E1 4NS
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