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# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Company Registration Number:
16194986 (England and Wales)

## Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 January 2026

## Period of accounts

## Start date: 20 January 2025

## End date: 31 January 2026

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

Directors report |
Balance sheet |
Additional notes |
Balance sheet notes |
Community Interest Report |

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 January 2026

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2026

Principal activities of the company

Principal activity of the company during the financial period was of management consultancy activities other than financial management, activities of conference organisers, activities of other membership organisations not elsewhere classified and other service activities not elsewhere classified.

Directors

The director shown below has held office during the whole of the period from
20 January 2025 to 31 January 2026

Oyintarebi Isaac Ebipade

The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
7 July 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Oyintarebi Isaac Ebipade
Status: Director

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Balance sheet

As at 31 January 2026

| Notes | 2026
--- | --- | ---
|  | £
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: |  | 4 |
Total current assets: |  | 4
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: | 3 | ( 18,796 ) |
Net current assets (liabilities): |  | (18,792)
Total assets less current liabilities: |  | (18,792)
Total net assets (liabilities): |  | (18,792)
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital: |  | 1 |
Profit and loss account: |  | (18,793 ) |
Total Shareholders' funds: |  | ( 18,792 )

The notes form part of these financial statements

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 January 2026 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 7 July 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Oyintarebi Isaac Ebipade
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

- ## 1. Accounting policies

  Basis of measurement and preparation

  These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

  Other accounting policies

  Going Concern The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. The company's ongoing activities are dependent upon the continued support of the director who has undertaken to provide such support for the foreseeable future. Website cost Planning and operating costs for the company's website are charged to the profit and loss account as incurred.

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

- ## 2. Employees

  | 2026
  --- | ---
  Average number of employees during the period | 0 |

# UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

## 3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

| 2026
--- | ---
| £
Other creditors | 18,796 |
Total | 18,796

# COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

### UNITY IN DESIGN GLOBAL NETWORK (UDGN) CIC

### Company Number: 16194986 (England and Wales)

### Year Ending: 31 January 2026

Company activities and impact

During the financial year, Unity in Design Global Network CIC UDGN continued its mission of creating equitable access pathways for individuals from ethnically diverse and underrepresented backgrounds within the fashion and creative industries. The company delivered a range of activities focused on education, professional development, mentorship, networking, industry access and employability. These activities included workshops, mentoring sessions, industry talks, career support, creative development programmes, fashion showcases and opportunities for participants to connect with professionals across the fashion sector. A key focus of the organisation was reducing barriers to entry faced by emerging designers, fashion professionals and creative entrepreneurs who may otherwise struggle to access industry knowledge, networks and opportunities. Through its programmes, participants received practical guidance on brand development, business skills, professional practice, career progression and industry engagement. The company also developed partnerships with educational institutions, industry organisations, creative professionals and community stakeholders to increase access to opportunities and support the long term sustainability of creative careers. As a result of these activities, participants reported increased confidence, improved industry knowledge, stronger professional networks and greater access to opportunities that support career progression within the creative industries. The companys activities contributed to community benefit by supporting social mobility, promoting diversity and inclusion within the fashion sector, and helping individuals develop the skills, knowledge and connections required to pursue sustainable careers within the creative economy.

Consultation with stakeholders

The companys stakeholders include programme participants, designers, creative professionals, volunteers, mentors, educational partners, industry partners, community organisations and supporters. Stakeholder feedback was gathered through programme evaluations, surveys, informal discussions, meetings, one to one conversations, social media engagement and ongoing communication with participants and partners. Feedback received highlighted the need for increased access to industry professionals, practical business support, mentorship opportunities, networking opportunities and pathways into employment and entrepreneurship within the creative industries. In response to stakeholder feedback, the company continued to develop programmes focused on professional development, industry access, mentoring and community building. The company also strengthened partnerships with industry professionals and organisations to provide participants with greater access to knowledge, resources and opportunities. Feedback continues to inform the design and delivery of future activities and programmes to ensure they remain relevant to the needs of the communities the company serves.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
7 July 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Oyintarebi Isaac Ebipade
Status: Director