ROPE was started in 1991 by Michael Wood. His vision was to make a difference for suffering people and the poorest of the world.

Vision, Mission, Values

Vision

In response to God's love for the poor, to address the terrible effects of oppression, helping the poor around the world, through practical and sustainable direct action.

Mission

Is to inspire passion against the injustice of global poverty and oppression, converting interest to righteous concern, and concern into direct action through personal giving to reach and change the lives of individuals who have no, or few, other options for survival.

Values

• Our activities are led by the Compassion of Christ.
• We will adhere to Christian principles in all that we do.
• We will conduct our work to help change lives in an holistic and sustainable manner.
• We believe that all people are equal and we will treat them so.
• We will hold ourselves accountable for the achievement of our mission.
• The administration of the charity will be fully transparent.