Our approach

Based in Bristol and set up in 2003,
we are developing a model of community
conflict transformation . We believe that:

• conflict is inevitable - it's how you react to conflict that counts

• conflict is an indication that something needs fixing - and a chance to do something about it

• people feel more confident when they are equipped with the skills to understand and deal with conflict.

Our staff & directors

Our staff team and sessional workers are drawn from a range of Bristol communities.

Our much valued volunteers, including our Board of Directors, work alongside us and keep us in touch with local needs.

£100K of new support

Big thanks to Tudor Trust, Andrews Charitable Trust, Esmee Fairbairn, Rayne Foundation and SOCA for their recent generous grants over 1, 2 and 3 years.

Their support - as well as additional funds from Bristol City Council and targeted youth funds, keeps our skilled and committed staff on board - and allows us to work alongside Bristol residents and workers from all walks of life.

Previous funders have included: Allen Lane, Avon & Somerset Police, Comic Relief, Parenting Fund, Quartet Foundation, V-inspired, Youth Opportunities Fund ...

Who we work with

We work across Bristol and beyond, with partners and referrers including:

• Local residents
• Voluntary & community safety agencies
• Avon & Somerset Constabulary
• YOT and youth justice establishments
• Multi-agency forums
• Council departments - housing, education, community development etc
• Primary and secondary schools
• Local universities

Our volunteer directors bring wide-ranging skills to keep the project on track:

Our experienced sessional staff work on community interventions and workshops: