Governance
Al Waseelah Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) governed by a Board of Trustees. The trustees are responsible for the overall direction, management, and legal compliance of the organisation.
All decisions are made in line with our charitable objects, ensuring that our work remains focused on preventing and relieving poverty in the UK, Asia, and Africa.
Decision-Making Approach
We follow a structured and responsible decision-making process that includes:
- Needs-based assessment of individuals and communities
- Review of available funding and resources
- Consultation with trusted partners and organisations
- Approval by trustees for key funding and programme decisions
Conflicts of Interest
All trustees and decision-makers are required to declare any potential conflicts of interest. Any conflicted individual does not take part in related discussions or decisions, ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in all operations.
Annual Reports & Accounts
We are committed to full transparency in how funds are used.
Our annual reports and financial accounts provide a clear overview of:
- Income and expenditure
- Fund allocation across programmes
- Project outcomes and impact
- Governance and compliance information
Reports & Accounts:
(Links to be added once documents are uploaded)
We ensure that all donations are used solely to further our charitable objectives.
Key Policies
Safeguarding Policy
We are fully committed to safeguarding the dignity, safety, and wellbeing of all individuals we support.
- We take all safeguarding concerns seriously
- We work only with trusted partners and organisations
- Any concerns are reviewed and escalated appropriately
- We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to abuse or neglect
📧 Safeguarding Contact: [Insert safeguarding email]
Privacy & Data Protection Policy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
- We only collect data necessary for communication and support
- Personal data is stored securely
- We do not sell or share data with third parties without consent
- Users can request access or deletion of their data at any time
For full details, please see our Privacy Policy page.
Complaints Policy
We aim to provide fair, transparent, and high-quality service.
If you are unhappy with any aspect of our work, you can contact us to raise a complaint.
Our process:
- Acknowledgement within a reasonable timeframe
- Review by the relevant team or trustee
- Formal response with outcome and actions
- Escalation route if required
Transparency Commitment
We are committed to operating with integrity, accountability, and openness. All activities are carried out in accordance with UK charity regulations and best practices.