--- title: "Action on Armed Violence — check charity number 1122057 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Action on Armed Violence a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1122057. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 167-169 Great Portland Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/action-on-armed-violence retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:20:19.137Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Action on Armed Violence is a registered charity (number 1122057) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £192,422 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## 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](http://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. ## What causes is Action on Armed Violence registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Action on Armed Violence yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Action on Armed Violence is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=action-on-armed-violence&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.aoav.org.uk/) ## 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? Action on Armed Violence's website is http://www.aoav.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1122057).