The IofC Council of Elders was formed at the 1999 global consultation in South Africa, at same time as the formation of the International Council of Initiatives of Change.

The mandate of the Elders is to be an informal ‘resource body’ supporting the world fellowship of Initiatives of Change and the International Council.

The panel of elders consists of about twelve individuals, with a wide background knowledge and understanding of and care for IofC’s world fellowship. They provide resources of wisdom and experience, working discreetly, taking action when asked to do so, either by the International Council or by a national chapter of IofC, or by individuals, or when they themselves are aware of a need.

The Elders work for healing and reconciliation within the IofC fellowship and with others who have been involved. They are independent of the International Council.

They can work and speak as individuals or as a group. They maintain confidentiality on matters put before them, but have the freedom to discuss with other elders unless asked not to do so.

Members serve no longer than five years and not less than two. The group is responsible for co-opting new elders. 

Current members are:

Jean Brown (India)

Audrey Burton (USA)

Geoffrey Craig (UK)

Charles Danguy (France)

Fiona Daukes (UK)

John Mills (Australia)

Joy Newman (Canada)

Sam Pono (South Africa)

Finn Harald Wetterfors (Sweden)

Glenys Wood (New Zealand)