Community organising is about developing leadership and capacity in the neighbourhoods where we work.

Through hands-on experience of taking action for change, through formal training, and with the support of professional organisers, our members become full and able citizens.

The diverse membership of churches, mosques, schools and trade unions makes decisions together democratically, on a regular basis. In bringing together different interest groups to listen to each other and to take action together, we play an active role in developing real social cohesion.

When our members identify an area where change is needed, we look at who can make it happen, and how we can enter into a constructive relationship with them.

We know that real change mostly happens after a struggle - and involves holding the powerful to account.

This takes courage, and isn't always welcome. But again and again we find that after initial tension, London Citizens win respect and make a positive difference in the lives of Londoners.