The IPR Impact Report can be downloaded here.
Chair’s Report
Welcome to IPR’s 2024 to 2025 Impact Report.
This past year has proved a difficult one in regards to the on-going cost of living crisis and threats of further welfare reforms. At Islington People’s Rights (IPR) we are pleased to be able to continue to provide essential support to Islington’s residents.
In the last 12 months, we have seen more than a 30% increase in inbound enquiries. In response, we have launched two new projects, Beyond Debt and Warmth for All, are in the process of relaunching IPR Care. These sit alongside our core service and existing specialised projects. Every enquiry is important to us and we work with local organisations to take on referrals and signpost residents to get the support they need.
IPR has a passionate team of staff and volunteers who work directly with some of the most vulnerable people in our community. They meet with thousands of families and individuals experiencing poverty. Many do not have the time or means to navigate the welfare system or are struggling to manage their debts. Many cases are complex and IPR provides a vital lifeline, with caseworkers securing benefits entitlements, appealing decisions and providing sound financial advice. I am particularly grateful for the care and compassion our team shows to all of IPR’s clients and this is reflected in the 95% satisfaction rate reported in our surveys.
I must also thank the grant making trusts and funders that enable us to do the work we do. We are particularly grateful to Islington Council for committing funding our Core Service until March 2028. We are also grateful to the organisations providing significant funding towards our projects as highlighted.
Finally, I should thank my fellow Trustees for their continued support and ideas for enhancing the services that IPR provides.
Across the following pages, you will see the support IPR has provided to thousands of clients in the past year. We are strongly committed to expanding upon these efforts and enable even more Islington residents to overcome poverty and inequality.
David Moore Chair, Islington People’s Rights