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Aberdeen Multicultural Centre SCIO

SC048576Registered charity from 25 July 2018
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Notes:
This charity was established to replace Aberdeen Multicultural Centre (SC042536) Aberdeen Multicultural Centre (SC042536) has now wound up and passed its assets and liabilities to Aberdeen Multicultural Centre SCIO (SC048576) which is a SCIO
Charity Information:
The Name the Charity is Known By AMC
Address 84 Spring Gardens
Aberdeen
Postcode AB25 1GN
Website www.abmc.org.uk
Regulatory Type Standard
Object:
Purposes 4 The organisation's purposes are: 1.1 The advancement of racial harmony in Scotland and elsewhere and in furtherance of this; 1.2 to promote better understanding between different religions and cultures in Scotland, Nationally and Internationally; 1.3 to encourage social contact amongst different diverse communities by organising social, religious, cultural and educational activities; 1.4 to provide a main channel through which culturally diverse communities can raise their issues; 1.5 to actively engage culturally diverse hard to reach groups, 1.6 to promote and raise awareness on Environmental issues and sustainable benefits;
Operations:
What the charity is set up to do and how it does this:
The Aberdeen Multicultural Centre (AMC) is dedicated to promoting social inclusion, harmony, and equality across the North East of Scotland. Our primary mission is to support individuals from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ensuring they have the tools to thrive while enriching the local community. We bridge gaps through a three-pillar approach: Social Integration & Support: We provide essential advice on housing, employment, and education. Our "Language Cafe" and ESOL classes help break down communication barriers for newcomers. Cultural Celebration: Through events like the Aberdeen Mela, we showcase the city’s vibrant diversity, fostering mutual respect and understanding between different communities. Health & Wellbeing: We run targeted programs to tackle health inequalities, offering mental health support and fitness activities tailored to cultural needs. Through these initiatives, AMC transforms Aberdeen into a more inclusive, vibrant and cohesive city for everyon
Charity Status: Active
Constitutional Form: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Constitutional Form Date: 25 Jul 2018
Main Operating Location: Aberdeen
Number of Staff: 2
Number of Charity Trustees: 7
Number of Volunteers: 1-50
Purposes: "the advancement of religion", "the promotion of equality and diversity", "the advancement of environmental protection or improvement"
Beneficiaries: "Children or young people", "Older People", "People with disabilities or health problems", "People with a particular ethnic or racial origin", "No specific group, or for the benefit of the community", "Other charities or voluntary bodies"
Types Of Activity Undertaken: "It makes grants, donations or gifts to organisations", "It carries out activities or services itself"
Annual Submissions:
Year End Income Expenditure Annual Return Received Accounts Received Latest Annual Reports and Accounts
31 Mar 2021 £103,509 £126,904 16 Dec 2021 Yes
31 Mar 2022 £26,420 £64,455 18 Jan 2023 Yes
31 Mar 2023 £74,015 £69,381 13 Dec 2023 Yes
31 Mar 2024 £91,070 £88,735 31 Dec 2024 Yes
31 Mar 2025 £71,839 £61,535 24 Dec 2025 Yes Download
If an annual return has been received on time (within nine months of the Year End Date), the 'Annual Return Received' box is green   . If an annual return is late, the box is red   .
Income and Expenditure:
Charity Trustees:
First Name Last Name
No charity trustee information available
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