We aim to build trust
across the world's divides

Through our unique approach, we have mobilised and empowered
people to create personal change leading to global change for over 80 years.
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Creators of Peace: Online Peace Circle

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We aim to build
trust across the
world's divides

Through our unique approach,
we have mobilised and empowered people
to create personal change leading to
global change for over 80 years.
Discover

Who We Are

Initiatives of Change UK (IofC) is a global movement of people who are changing the world for the better, starting with themselves. Active in over 60 countries, including the UK, we inspire, equip and connect people to address world needs. We bring together people who come from diverse backgrounds, all with one aim: to build trust across the world’s divides.

Our vision is of a just, peaceful and sustainable world to which everyone, responding to the call of conscience, makes their unique contribution. In the UK, we focus on three areas: ethical leadership, trust building and sustainable living. Within each of these themes, we deliver training courses, events and programmes.

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We broker the difficult
and uncomfortable conversations that matter
We accompany leaders who shape our world for the better
We support people to take their first step in creating a just, equal, and sustainable society
We believe honesty, unselfishness, love and purity of heart will help change the world

Meet our Executive Director and Our Chair

Denis Nowlan

For 33 years, Denis worked for the BBC, before coming to join IofC UK in March 2024. As a Senior Producer in BBC Religion and Ethics, Denis made award-winning programmes for Radios 2, 3 and 4, BBC One and online. In 2002 Denis moved into senior management as Network Manager for Radio 4, where his remit ranged across every aspect of network policy and practice. In 2015, in addition to his role at Radio 4, Denis took on similar responsibilities for BBC Radio 3 and the Proms before departing in the summer of 2023.

Mike Kane

A former primary school teacher, Mike began his political career as a Councillor on Manchester City Council in 1991 where he oversaw the investment strategy which led to the transformation of Central Library. He was the national Chair of Movement for Change 2010-13 and Acting Chief Executive of the rganization from July 2013 –February 2014. In February 2014, Mike was elected as the Member of Parliament for his home constituency, Wythenshawe and Sale East. He was Shadow Minister for International Development from September 2015 to October 2016, when he was appointed Shadow Minister for Schools. In April 2020 Mike became Shadow Minister for Aviation, Maritime, Space & Security. He is now also Chair of the Chagos APPG.

Our Values

Absolute Love

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Honesty

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Unselfishness

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Purity of motive in everything we do

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Our Programmes and Initiatives

Programme

Agenda for Reconciliation

Rebuilding communities through trust and dialogue

Creators of Peace

Creating peace wherever we are in our hearts, homes, community, workplace

Peace Begins at Home

Intergenerational Dialogue training workshops by SIDD

Qualities & Strategies of Peacemakers

Online course about outstanding peacemakers

Refugees as
Re-Builders™

An ILM Assured capacity-building training programme

School for Changemakers

A flagship leadership programme for young people

Sustainable Communities

Mobilising communities to tackle critical issues

Take One Step

Changing the world one step at a time

A Year of Voices, Stories, and Inspiration!

Over the past twelve months we’ve shared stories of courage, hope, and transformation from people who inspire us. For this milestone episode on our Initiatives of Change UK Insight Podcast, Denis Nowlan speaks with Joi McAtee, a dynamic community leader from...
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New Chair of Trustees Announced

We are delighted to announce that Mike Kane has been unanimously reappointed as a Trustee and Chair of the Board. Mike previously served as Chair before stepping down due to a government ministerial appointment. With that chapter now concluded, we welcome Mike back to...
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Peter Everington: A Tribute by Philip Boobbyer

Peter Everington (September 25, 1934 – May 14, 2025) A Tribute by Philip Boobbyer at the funeral, St Dunstan’s church, East Acton, June 6, 2025)   John (Peter’s son) has asked me as a friend of the family to say some words about Peter’s life, work and faith....
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Our New Vision

Our charity has always been about change. It's in our DNA as well as in our name. As times have changed, so have we, adapting our methods and message to meet new needs. Frank Buchman, our founder, was an innovator of genius. He found a modern language in the 1920’s to...
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