Question 1

What is the mission of WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

Promote adult and general education by stimulating and responding to the demand for liberal education, providing for the needs of working class adults and of those who are socially, economically or educationally disadvantaged, providing educational programmes in the community and in the workplace, furthering the advancement of education for all and promoting the effectiveness of similar charities.

Question 2

What is the financial size of WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £27,413,000 and total expenditure of £26,675,000.

Question 3

How does WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.4% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.6% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION employs 528 staff members and is supported by 82 volunteers.

Question 5

Does WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 91.3% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION 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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