Question 1

What is the mission of BBC MEDIA ACTION?

Accepted Answer

BBC Media Action uses media and communication to reduce poverty and promote human rights, thereby enabling people to build better lives. We work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, Middle East and Central Asia.  We have three main thematic areas: health, governance and humanitarian, and two subsidiary areas: education/livelihoods and climate.

Question 2

What is the financial size of BBC MEDIA ACTION?

Accepted Answer

BBC MEDIA ACTION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £32,913,000 and total expenditure of £33,033,000.

Question 3

How does BBC MEDIA ACTION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 98.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 1.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BBC MEDIA ACTION?

Accepted Answer

BBC MEDIA ACTION employs 469 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BBC MEDIA ACTION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 18.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BBC MEDIA ACTION pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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