The five critical areas for change that have been identified are:



Strengthening civil society

Creating the conditions for resolving conflicts

Overcoming gender and other forms of discrimination

Improving livelihoods

Addressing the causes and consequences of HIV/AIDS



We believe that people are the primary actors in their own survival and development.



We work for social justice and equality, especially for the poor and marginalised.



To achieve this, we work in partnership with communities and in alliance with other organisations.



We will contribute to the resolution of conflicts affecting the communities with which we work, aware that social justice and equality are the basis of meaningful peace.



To advance these values, we will carry out our work with integrity and courage.



We respect and celebrate diversity, both within the communities we work with, and within our own organisation.



We seek to achieve excellence in what we do.