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Overview
To find a preventive strategy that could tackle the root causes of insecurity and save millions of lives will require unprecedented trust and collaboration among all nations and actors. The Caux Forum for Human Security seeks this trust and collaboration.
Background
The first annual Caux Forum, in July 2008, brought together some 300 people to address the ‘root causes’ of human insecurity under six headings: social and economic conditions, armed conflicts, environmental factors, good governance and the rule of law, wounded memories, religious and cultural dimensions. They included those working at the 'grassroots' and leaders in their respective fields.
A 'Caux Call to Action' was launched at the third Forum in 2010.
Aims
- To create a learning environment focused on answering basic human needs
- To build trust by giving attention to historical wounds which rarely feature in international negotiations but often shape the outcome
- To encourage collaboration between civil society, multilateral institutions and governments in initiatives for peace and sustainable development
- To develop the potential of Caux as a resource for human security initiatives
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IofC in Brief
Who we are: Initiatives of Change (IofC) is a world-wide movement of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds, who are committed to the transformation of society through changes in human motives and behaviour, starting with their own.
Purpose: We work to inspire, equip and connect people to address world needs, starting with themselves, in the areas of trustbuilding, ethical leadership and sustainable living.
Omnia Marzouk, President, IofC International
'Nothing lasting can be built without a desire by people to live differently and exemplify the changes they want to see in society.'