Welsh Refugee Council
We promote the interests of asylum seekers and refugees, and support initiative to ensure they are welcomed in Wales and are given protection and support. We provide advice and support for refugees, focusing on preventing homelessness.We provide paralegal advice and support for women seeking asylum.We run play development sessions for the children of refugees and asylum seekers.
Activities & Mission
We promote the interests of asylum seekers and refugees, and support initiative to ensure they are welcomed in Wales and are given protection and support. We provide advice and support for refugees, focusing on preventing homelessness.We provide paralegal advice and support for women seeking asylum.We run play development sessions for the children of refugees and asylum seekers.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 54% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
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 | £1,863,958 | £1,772,057 | £1,772,057 | £1,203,308 | £462,574 | 45 / 40 |
| 2024 | £1,617,613 | £1,553,923 | £1,553,923 | £1,111,407 | £412,172 | 46 / 45 |
| 2023 | £1,649,580 | £1,475,662 | £1,475,662 | £1,047,717 | £474,454 | 39 / 35 |
| 2022 | £1,627,719 | £1,384,744 | £1,384,744 | £873,799 | £346,946 | 35 / 40 |
| 2021 | £1,346,632 | £1,083,738 | £917,239 | £630,824 | £362,681 | 31 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Welsh Refugee Council
What does Welsh Refugee Council do?
We promote the interests of asylum seekers and refugees, and support initiative to ensure they are welcomed in Wales and are given protection and support. We provide advice and support for refugees, focusing on preventing homelessness.We provide paralegal advice and support for women seeking asylum.We run play development sessions for the children of refugees and asylum seekers.
How much income did Welsh Refugee Council report in 2025?
Welsh Refugee Council reported total income of £1.86m and reported expenditure of £1.77m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Welsh Refugee Council?
Welsh Refugee Council has a program ratio of 95.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Welsh Refugee Council registered as a charity?
Welsh Refugee Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 2004 as charity number 1102449. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Welsh Refugee Council?
Welsh Refugee Council is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Mohammad Alhadj Ali. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Welsh Refugee Council operate?
Welsh Refugee Council operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Welsh Refugee Council a registered charity?
Yes — Welsh Refugee Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1102449.
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