International Network for Advancing Science and Policy
INASP is a charity with over 30 years' experience of working with a global network of partners in Africa, Latin America and Asia. We deliver impact in three core areas: Youth can secure meaningful and dignified work; Critical knowledge for policy, practice and communities; Women educators and researchers leading change.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a surplus of £173,537 for the year ended 31 December 2025, significantly improving its financial position compared to the previous year's deficit. Unrestricted reserves increased to £240,651, which is above the trustees' stated reserves threshold of £143,696. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees set a reserves threshold of £143,696, providing a £20,000 buffer above the calculated costs of closure over a five-month period.” — page 11
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Trustees
- Dr Simon Kaychair
- Dr Judith Omumbo
- Eleanor Sarpong
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £1.4m | £1.2m |
| 31/12/2024 | £732k | £853k |
| 31/12/2023 | £579k | £816k |
| 31/12/2022 | £725k | £970k |
| 31/12/2021 | £1.7m | £2.1m |
Common questions
Is International Network for Advancing Science and Policy financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a surplus of £173,537 for the year ended 31 December 2025, significantly improving its financial position compared to the previous year's deficit. Unrestricted reserves increased to £240,651, which is above the trustees' stated reserves threshold of £143,696. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Wenn Townsend.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS POCKLINGTON TRUST | 1 | £22k |
| SYNCHRONICITY EARTH | 1 | £6k |
Charities like this
- THE ASFARI FOUNDATION
- CHRYSALIS YOUTH EMPOWERMENT NETWORK
- INTERNATIONAL NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATION TRAINING AND RESEARCH CENTRE
- ADULTS SUPPORTING ADULTS (ASA LINCS)
- CASP
- JOHN INNES FOUNDATION
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Network for Advancing Science and Policy | £1.4m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE ASFARI FOUNDATION | £4.2m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRYSALIS YOUTH EMPOWERMENT NETWORK | £127k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| INTERNATIONAL NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATION TRAINING AND RESEARCH CENTRE | £1.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ADULTS SUPPORTING ADULTS (ASA LINCS) | £1.2m | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| CASP | £854k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |