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Arts Network's social media engagement has grown, with Instagram being the most effective platform.
Follower numbers have grown beyond 1,400 and our relocation to a vibrant creative environment in Deptford has connected us with many new individuals and organisations. An increased use of Instagram Stories has heightened our profile amongst partner organisations
Operational · Observational claim · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 9
Arts Network's relocation involved significant member consultation and support during the transition.
During our relocation it was important to offer reassurance and consult members. Regular newsletters were emailed and posted, with moving updates that included timelines, details and documentation of the new space.
Operational · Procedural statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 8
Arts Network's volunteer programme increased the number of active volunteers from six to ten after training sessions.
Eight members attended our training session in June 2024, after which our number of active volunteers increased from six to 10
Operational · Procedural statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 7
Arts Network hosted one online workshop per week, which is accessible and relevant to members.
We continue to host one online workshop per week, as feedback from members tells us they are accessible and relevant.
Operational · Procedural statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 7
Arts Network simplified its referral process for participants to engage without becoming Studio Members initially.
We simplified our referral process, so participants do not need to become Studio Members of Arts Network to take part.
Operational · Procedural statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 6
Arts Network received funding from the National Lottery, City Bridge Foundation and Peabody for outreach work.
Funding from National Lottery, City Bridge Foundation and Peabody has enabled Arts Network to continue outreach work in Southwark.
Financial · Funding statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 6
Arts Network's Create & Connect project includes long-term engagement with individuals, short creative workshop courses, and community outreach.
Create & Connect focuses on three strands of work: Continuing long-term engagement with individuals with ongoing and severe mental health support needs through our Studio Membership. Running short, flexible creative workshop courses across South East London, designed to welcome those with mild to moderate mental health problems. Engaging with our wider community through public workshops, open days and exhibitions to foster greater understanding and support for those struggling with mental ill health.
Service · Policy statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 6
Arts Network directly supports 1,500 beneficiaries each year and connects with 5,000 people in the wider community.
directly supporting 1,500 beneficiaries each year and connecting generally with 5,000 people in the wider community
Service · Metric statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 5
Arts Network aims to build up reserves to cover core costs and unexpected expenses.
The Charity management and board are prioritising the need to build up reserves. Much of the Charity’s time has been spent on relocating and onboarding new staff, including a new CEO. The focus is now on increasing unrestricted funds to cover core costs and hold as reserves.
Financial · Commitment statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 5
Arts Network relocated from Lee Gate to the Mornington Centre in Deptford, carefully planning the move with members and staff.
It was given notice to vacate the Lee Gate premises in October 2024, and relocated to the Mornington Centre, Deptford with Art Hub Studios CIC. The move was carefully planned with members and staff to make the process as smooth as possible - taking into consideration how best to remove the challenges and barriers such a change of location and venue involves.
Operational · Procedural statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 3
Arts Network aims to fight mental health stigma through exhibitions and public events led by members.
We achieve this in a number of ways, including exhibiting members’ work both in-house and in external exhibitions through partnerships. Exhibitions are not only a great way to showcase our members’ talents; they also provide opportunities for members to get involved with planning, preparation and delivery.
Service · Policy statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 2
Arts Network provides free creative workshops and personal development opportunities for adults with severe mental health support needs.
Our main strategy is to provide a range of free creative workshops and personal development opportunities for adults with severe and complex mental health support needs, in a non-clinical and user-led environment.
Service · Policy statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 2
Arts Network's mission is to relieve the needs of individuals with severe and enduring mental health support needs through creative engagement.
Arts Network is a charity reaching and empowering individuals through creative engagement, fostering community and a wider understanding surrounding mental health.
Service · Policy statement · From South East London Arts Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 2
Mental Fight Club received £13,065 from Sport England in 2024.
Sport England - 13,065 (9,502) 3,563
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 27
Mental Fight Club received £3500 from the United St Saviour’s Charity in 2024.
United St Saviour’s Charity - 3,500 (875) 2,625
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 27
Mental Fight Club received £1,982 from the Skinners' Charity Foundation in 2024.
Skinners' Charity Foundation - 1,982 - 1,982
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 27
Mental Fight Club received £500 from the West Central Multi-Ward Neighbourhoods Fund in 2024.
West Central Multi-Ward Neighbourhoods Fund - 500 (500) -
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 27
Net assets of Mental Fight Club at the end of April 2025 were £142,014.
Total funds 137,632 191,888 (187,506) 142,014
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 27
Mental Fight Club is exempt from corporation tax as all its income is charitable and applied for charitable purposes.
The charity is exempt from corporation tax as all its income is charitable and is applied for charitable purposes.
Financial · Policy statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 25
Total staff costs for Mental Fight Club in the year ending April 2025 were £90,222.
Salaries and wages 58,393 49,910 Social Security Costs 246 - Pension costs (defined contribution scheme) 1,695 1,455 Freelance staff 29,888 36,357
Financial · Funding statement · From Mental Fight Club — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 April 2025, page 25