CHIPS works for peace and reconciliation in areas of conflict and tension around the world. Our emphasis is on grassroots approaches since we recognise that while political solutions are important, without the engagement of individuals and communities, real and lasting peace may be impossible to realise.
CHIPS is a relational organisation which tailors its approach to particular situations to inspire and motivate local people to build peace in their communities. CHIPS supports teams of Christians to undertake practical projects which foster positive interaction, increase trust and reduce enmity between opposing groups or individuals.
As a Christian Peace organisation, CHIPS is inspired by the person and teaching of Jesus who taught and embodied a way of peace and called followers to do likewise. CHIPS peacemakers try to follow in his footsteps and, rooted in a spirituality of love, serve to build peace and justice in our damaged, fractured and disconnected 21st century world.
CHIPS is a member of the Coventry Cathedral Community of the Cross of Nails.
CHIPS Trustees
Responsibility and oversight for the work of CHIPS is carried by four long-serving trustees:
Chairman: Eric Read, former CHIPS team member in Uganda and the Philippines, presently serving with CMS in D R Congo
Roy Calvocoressi, the founder of CHIPS and to whom CHIPS owes its unique vision
Elfrida Calvocoressi, former nurse in Uganda and leader of countless training sessions, both in the UK and with the team in Uganda
Keith Lindsey, first active with CHIPS in 1966 in Cyprus, now coordinates the work of "Action for Natural Medicine" (anamed) in Uganda