Promoting the power of peaceful relationships

When relationships break down, people's rights are ignored, the likelihood of conflict increases and poverty is prolonged.

For over fifty years we have been committed to relationships; from rebuilding community leadership in Cambodia after the Pol Pot regime to helping the rehabilitation of opposing communities divided by civil war in Mozambique.

Read Cord's strategy: Promoting the Power of Peaceful Relationships here.

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Peace through Empowerment of Returning Women, Children and Youth in Burundi

Cord’s project ‘Peace through Empowerment of Returning Women, Children and Youth’ works with vulnerable groups returning to Burundi from neighbouring countries. They had fled to find safety away from conflict and fighting. The initiative supports people as they try to settle back into life in their communities.
Our Impact

Put simply, we believe that people flourish when all parts of society work together. Peaceful relationships make that possible.
I felt fully human

Sandrine is 16 years old and lives in the province of Rutana in Burundi. She has seven siblings and studies in the fifth form at her local school. Tragically, for much of her life, Sandrine has endured constant threats and regularly feared for her life. This is because, along with two other siblings, she is Albino.
A gift of peace in Adele’s Will

Cord has so many loyal and passionate supporters. It is always a privilege to be in touch with you! It is with great joy that I share with you the story of Adele, a Cord supporter who has decided to extend her support in a very special way.