Policies & Governance
At BrainWaves, we are committed to high standards of governance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do. Our governance framework ensures we act responsibly, ethically, and in line with our charitable purpose, improving adolescent mental health through research and education.
Our Governance Structure
BrainWaves is a registered charity (No. 1213437) and a company limited by guarantee (No. 16277268) in England and Wales.
We are governed by a Board of Trustees who have overall responsibility for the charity’s strategic direction, financial oversight, risk management and compliance with charity law. Our trustees meet regularly to review progress and guide the organisation, ensuring we remain true to our mission.
The Board:
- Sets strategy and oversees delivery
- Ensures robust financial and risk controls
- Upholds our values and ethical standards
- Reviews key policies and performance
Our governing documents, including our Articles of Association and Charitable Objects, provide the legal framework for how we operate.
Key Policies
We have developed a suite of policies that support safe, ethical, and effective practice across the charity. These are regularly reviewed to reflect best practice and regulatory guidance.
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- Safeguarding Policy – how we protect children and vulnerable adults
- Conflict of Interest Policy – how trustees and staff manage personal interests
- Financial Controls Policy – how we manage funds responsibly
- Data Protection & Privacy Policy – how we protect your personal information
- Equal Opportunities Policy – our commitment to fairness and access
- Risk Management Policy – how we identify and mitigate risks
If you would like a policy not listed here, please contact us and we’ll be happy to share it.
Financial Oversight
Our Finance Manager and Executive Board oversee all financial matters. We prepare annual accounts in accordance with UK charity law and file these with the Charity Commission and Companies House. Independent examination or audit arrangements are in place proportionate to our size and resources.
We also maintain a Reserves Policy to ensure sustainability and prudent stewardship of funds.
Board Appointments & Trustee Information
Our Trustee Board is made up of individuals with a range of professional and lived-experience expertise relevant to our work. Trustees are appointed through an open process and serve in line with our governing documents.
For details of our trustees and their roles, please see the Our People page.
Commitment to Transparency
We adhere to UK charity governance standards and aim to be open about how we are run. We welcome feedback and questions from our supporters, beneficiaries and stakeholders.
If you would like more information about our governance, policies or reports, please get in touch at enquiries@brainwaveshub.org.
Last updated: January 2026