--- title: "African Studies Association of the United Kingdom — check charity number 313561 | CharityCompare" description: "Is African Studies Association of the United Kingdom a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 313561. Education/training charity based in 10 Thornhaugh Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/african-studies-association-of-the-united-kingdom retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:09:41.279Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer African Studies Association of the United Kingdom is a registered charity (number 313561) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £120,821 (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 African Studies Association of the United Kingdom? Registered charity number 313561 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 10 Thornhaugh Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £120,821 Website [www.asauk.net](http://www.asauk.net/) ## What does African Studies Association of the United Kingdom do? The Association was active in holding its conference in Birmingham in 2018 - attracting 800 delegates - its largest to date. The organisation was also closely involved with the British Academy, supporting Writing Workshops in a range of locations including Accra, Lagos, Luanda, Nairobi, and Lalibela. ## What causes is African Studies Association of the United Kingdom registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for African Studies Association of the United Kingdom yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. African Studies Association of the United Kingdom 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=african-studies-association-of-the-united-kingdom&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.asauk.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is African Studies Association of the United Kingdom a legitimate charity? Yes. African Studies Association of the United Kingdom is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 313561) 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 African Studies Association of the United Kingdom's charity number? African Studies Association of the United Kingdom's charity number is 313561. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 313561? Search 313561 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 African Studies Association of the United Kingdom do? The Association was active in holding its conference in Birmingham in 2018 - attracting 800 delegates - its largest to date. The organisation was also closely involved with the British Academy, supporting Writing Workshops in a range of locations including Accra, Lagos, Luanda, Nairobi, and Lalibela. Does African Studies Association of the United Kingdom have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for African Studies Association of the United Kingdom. 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 African Studies Association of the United Kingdom? African Studies Association of the United Kingdom's website is http://www.asauk.net — 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/313561).