The Study Group Stichting (also known as The Study Group Foundation) qualifies as an Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling (ANBI – or Public Benefit Organisation) by the Dutch Tax Authority. Obtaining ANBI status requires organisations to submit their policy: an overview of the organisation’s objectives, activities, financing, and management practices. Though publishing the policy remains optional, we established The Study Group with a vision to be a truly transparent, genuine, co-operative organisation. 

ANBI status is important as it enables: 

• Our donors to benefit from tax allowances through their donation to us 

• At least 90% accountability to our mission. Policy reporting and monitoring maintains transparency in our activities and financials 

• Continual evaluation of our set objectives, and transparency with our community, partners, and donors

Below is the information that we are required to publish as an ANBI. For further information, please contact us at info@thestudy.group.

Name, RSIN, contact details

Name: The Study Group Stichting

RSIN: 861437329

Address: Kollenbergweg 14f, 1101 AR, Amsterdam

Contact: info@thestudy.group

OBJECTIVES

The Study Group was created in response to the lack of representation of people of colour and other underrepresented groups, and the evolution of these (sub-)cultures, in media and industry. The Study Group supports and works with these groups to build a sustainable environment of equal representation.

When we talk about underrepresented individuals, we refer directly to people of colour, womxn, the LGBTQ+ community, and all the intersectional experiences within these.

 The Study Group aims to give underrepresented individuals the platform, tools, and supporting community to thrive alongside their counterparts, and activate inclusivity in partnership with those driven to really engage our communities and create inclusive work environments overall. 

 The Study Group Foundation, social enterprise The Study Group B.V., and media platform The Quick + The Brave, together form a self-sustaining ecosystem for underrepresented individuals to develop themselves, support each other, and engage the world at large with their talents and skills.

 The Study Group Foundation offers creative and audio visual services, learning materials, and support tools for businesses and individuals through social enterprise The Study Group B.V. 

ACTIVITIES

RESEARCH 

We research the issues that impact underrepresented groups in professional spaces, with a focus on culture, inclusivity, sustainability and wellbeing. Our initial work will be around the creative industry. Data gathered from these think tank activities feeds into other activities around our mission.

TRAINING + DEVELOPMENT 

We provide training, mentorship and career support for professionals from underrepresented backgrounds to enable them to gain industry experience, confidence and skills to enhance their career progression.

CORPORATE INCLUSIVITY 

We also provide learning and development opportunities for employers who are driven to be inclusive and safe workspaces where diverse individuals can develop their careers alongside their counterparts.

CREATION 

We produce multimedia content about culture, inclusivity, sustainability and self-care that is distributed via our media platform The Quick + The Brave. The Study Group program mentees see their work go out on our website (thequickandthebrave.com), radio station (tqtb.radio) and social media channels.

ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS

THE QUICK + THE BRAVE, The first issue of The Quick + The Brave was self-funded and went to print in October 2020. 10,000 copies of Journal 001 were distributed in select locations in major cities across the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht. We also shipped to readers across Europe, the UK, Asia and the United States. The Quick + The Brave Radio launched in November 2020. 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

To raise awareness, activations for The Study Group Foundation take a community approach. On 1 January 2021, we distributed copies along with bouquets of flowers wrapped in striking images from Journal 001 to walkers in Amsterdam’s parks. 

In addition to setting the tone for collective intentions to start a new year, we received donations from private individuals and representatives of cultural institutions. We also gained followers on social media channels and increased awareness of TQTB. Read more on this campaign here.

PARTNERSHIPS The Study Group BV released two productions with Dr Martens and Klimaatalarm in March 2021. 'Walk With Me' is a four-part video series highlighting unique voices from Amsterdam's creative community, in partnership with Dr. Martens Presents. To raise awareness and ring the alarm around environmental causes in the run-up to the Dutch general election, we collaborated with the Climate Crisis Coalition to produce a film featuring activists, environmentalists and everyday people from across the Netherlands who demand action for the environment – now.

RESOURCES

The funds and means of the Foundation will be formed and created from financial support of organisations and individual donors. This includes, but is not limited to;

1. a) subsidies and other contributions; b) gifts, bequests and legacies; c) all other acquisitions and gains

2. The Foundation may accept bequests only with the benefit of inventory 

Future revenue generated from the foundation’s activities, The Quick + The Brave media platform, and The Study Group BV will be allocated to support the foundation, it’s activities and growth.

 MANAGEMENT

The Management Board is active in the day-to-day operations of The Study Group, working in tandem with the community of creatives we serve, guided by a cross-disciplinary Advisory Board which advises the Management Board.

The Management Board oversees the overall direction of the Foundation, and consists of:

• Chairman: Mr. Obinna Mgbado

• Secretary: Ms. Gisele Sint Jago

• Treasurer: Ms. Marie-Anne Leuty

REMUNERATION POLICY

The members of the board of The Study Group Foundation do not receive any remuneration for the work they perform in that capacity. Expenses will be reimbursed to the Management Board members. Market-based remuneration may be granted to Management Board members for non-policy-determining activities (especially executive activities) where appropriate. 

The Study Group Foundation has established a collective labour agreement for staff remuneration, the policy is based on standards that are socially acceptable and responsible, in line with its status as a public benefit institution. 

Members of The Study Group Foundation community may use The Study Group’s services in exchange for time in lieu of an active membership. The time goes towards supporting the Foundation’s future activities, acting as an incentive for individuals to stay engaged with the Foundation and its work in the communities it serves. 

The Study Group Foundation’s annual accounts will be carried out by Lanesra B.V. in 2021. The Management Board confirms the annual accounts each year.