We are motivated by core values of human security and shared humanity, reducing human suffering, preventing violent conflict and promoting non-violent solutions to humanity’s challenges.
We recognise that a sustainable future for the world, both human and non-human, is reliant upon deep connections between people and other living beings and the material and immaterial worlds.
We are committed to innovation and creativity in applying the whole repertoire of nonviolent options to resolving conflict and resisting oppression.
We work inclusively, with particular care to recognise the capabilities of people engaged in conflict to diagnose and resolve their own conflicts.
We recognise that this work can only be achieved in a spirit of cooperation with individuals, organisations, policy makers and like-minded institutions.
We recognise the need to dialogue with those who might wish to harm us, to accept our vulnerability in peacebuilding processes and a willingness to accept our differences in an effort to transform negative relationships, in a spirit of compassion and empathy.
We are guided by non-sectarian and humanitarian values, with a deep respect for the diversity and dignity of all human beings, and the non-human world.