FRIS Charity UK Holds Biannual Strategy Meeting with Trustees, Advisors, and Non-Executive Director to Review Progress and Shape Future Plans

[July 2, 2025] – FRIS Charity UK held a pivotal strategic meeting, bringing together its board of trustees, advisors, and non-executive director to review progress, strengthen governance, and align priorities for the year ahead.

The meeting, held virtually, underscored FRIS’s continued commitment to delivering impactful support across community wellbeing initiatives throughout the Indian Subcontinent. Trustees were joined by key advisors and a non-executive director to assess current programmes, financial performance, risk management, and opportunities for innovation and growth. The meeting provided a vital opportunity for leadership to reflect on the past six months of activity, discuss key achievements, and collaboratively plan priorities for the remainder of 2025 and beyond.

Chaired by Professor Ahmad Waseem, the session focused on strengthening the charity’s impact, financial resilience, and long-term strategy. He said:

“This meeting marks an important moment for us to take stock, celebrate progress, and recommit to the ambitious goals we’ve set for FRIS. The combined insight of our trustees, advisors, and leadership team ensures that our next steps are bold, focused, and grounded in the needs of those we serve.”

Key highlights of the meeting included:

• A review of programme delivery and community impact since January 2025.
• Financial and operational updates, including new funding streams and cost efficiencies.
• Strategic planning for 2026, with a focus on expanding outreach and innovation.
• Governance updates and strengthened frameworks for accountability and oversight

FRIS Charity UK remains focussed to its core mission “to promote and support advancement of biomedical education through collaboration between researchers of the UK and the countries of EU and those based in the 7 different countries of the subcontinent.” The organisation looks ahead with a clear plan, renewed purpose, and a deep commitment to positive, lasting change.

The collaboration between trustees, advisors, and leadership reaffirms FRIS Charity UK’s mission-driven focus and dedication to transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth.

For more information about FRIS Charity UK and how to get involved, please visit www.frischarity.org.uk or contact info@frischarity.org.uk.