ROJ WOMEN ASSOCIATION - KURDISH AND TURKISH WOMEN'S CENTRE
We pursue Kurdish women empowerment in London and in Kurdish regions by means of:a) seminars to raise awareness of their own rights,b) language courses and other training to enhance their employability, c) provision of facilities for community recreation,d) psychological support and legal advice for victims of domestic violence and forced marriage.e) training of women's activists.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £34,795 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with retained reserves standing at £88,715. The Management Committee considers the financial position satisfactory and believes current funding is adequate to support activities for the medium term. No material uncertainties or risks to going concern were disclosed in the filing.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Ayse Bakir
- Ayse Cokgezici
- Gulsen Yesiltas
- Gulten Guro
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £80k | £114k |
| 31/03/2024 | £177k | £157k |
| 31/03/2023 | £154k | £142k |
| 31/03/2022 | £158k | £143k |
| 31/03/2021 | £144k | £123k |
Common questions
Is ROJ WOMEN ASSOCIATION - KURDISH AND TURKISH WOMEN'S CENTRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £34,795 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with retained reserves standing at £88,715. The Management Committee considers the financial position satisfactory and believes current funding is adequate to support activities for the medium term. No material uncertainties or risks to going concern were disclosed in the filing. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ROJ WOMEN ASSOCIATION - KURDISH AND TURKISH WOMEN'S CENTRE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ROJ WOMEN ASSOCIATION - KURDISH AND TURKISH WOMEN'S CENTRE as a grant recipient include ROSA FUND.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROSA FUND | FY2023 | £40k | Rise Fund |
| ROSA FUND | FY2022 | £19k | Women Thrive Fund |
| ROSA FUND | FY2024 | £18k | Rise Fund |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 26/03/2025 | £9k | Stronger Together: Women’s Fitness & Well-being |
| City Bridge Foundation | 10/02/2025 | £100k | Grant to Roj Women Association |
| Sport England | 27/10/2023 | £12k | Yoga in Mind |
| City Bridge Foundation | 23/08/2022 | £86k | Grant to Roj Women Association |
| UK government | 09/10/2020 | £95k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/03/2020 | £9k | Women Only Textile Project |
| Greater London Authority | 01/05/2019 | £5k | Roj Women Association |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/12/2018 | £141k | Working with Kurdish and Turkish Women |
| City Bridge Foundation | 13/09/2018 | £10k | Grant to Roj Women Association |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/03/2015 | £10k | For A Life Free of Violence |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/03/2013 | £8k | Enhancing our employability, boosting our chances |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/11/2010 | £9k | Professional advice for Kurdish women facing gender or honor based violence |
| UK government | — | £5k | Rosa Fund, Tampon Tax |