Action on Armed Violence
Action on Armed Violence is a registered charity in England & Wales working in general charitable purposes, education/training, disability, based in 167-169 Great Portland Street.
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What are the key facts about Action on Armed Violence?
- Registered charity number
- 1122057
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Charitable company
- Location
- 167-169 Great Portland Street
- Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
- £192,422
- Website
- www.aoav.org.uk
What does Action on Armed Violence do?
AOAV researches the threat and impact of weapons in order to reduce the risks that provoke violence and conflict and to support the recovery of victims. We work with civil society partners and with governments to strengthen international laws on the use of conventional weapons, to build recognition of the rights of victims of armed violence.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Action on Armed Violence a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Action on Armed Violence is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1122057) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.
- What is Action on Armed Violence's charity number?
- Action on Armed Violence's charity number is 1122057. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number 1122057?
- Search 1122057 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
- What does Action on Armed Violence do?
- AOAV researches the threat and impact of weapons in order to reduce the risks that provoke violence and conflict and to support the recovery of victims. We work with civil society partners and with governments to strengthen international laws on the use of conventional weapons, to build recognition of the rights of victims of armed violence.
- Does Action on Armed Violence have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Action on Armed Violence. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
- How can I donate to Action on Armed Violence?
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Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.