--- title: "Gsmerh — check charity number SC051149 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gsmerh a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051149. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gsmerh retrieved: 2026-08-24T14:01:57.602Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gsmerh is a registered charity (number SC051149) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £42,433 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Gsmerh? Registered charity number SC051149 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £42,433 Website [www.gsmerh.org](https://www.gsmerh.org/) ## What does Gsmerh do? The Global Society on Migration, Ethnicity, Race and Health (MERH) is an actual and virtual meeting point for individual members and affiliated organisations, dedicated to the advancement of health and the promotion of equality and diversity. Its focus is on protecting and improving the health of migrants and minimising health differences between ethnic/racial groups in any and all parts of the world, by promoting research, enhancing understanding, disseminating information and advocating for beneficial change ## What causes is Gsmerh registered for? the advancement of healththe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gsmerh yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gsmerh 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=gsmerh&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.gsmerh.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gsmerh a legitimate charity? Yes. Gsmerh is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051149) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Gsmerh's charity number? Gsmerh's charity number is SC051149. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051149? Search SC051149 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Gsmerh do? The Global Society on Migration, Ethnicity, Race and Health (MERH) is an actual and virtual meeting point for individual members and affiliated organisations, dedicated to the advancement of health and the promotion of equality and diversity. Its focus is on protecting and improving the health of migrants and minimising health differences between ethnic/racial groups in any and all parts of the world, by promoting research, enhancing understanding, disseminating information and advocating for beneficial change Does Gsmerh have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gsmerh. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Gsmerh? Gsmerh's website is https://www.gsmerh.org/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC051149).