Friends of Peace (FOP)

Friends of Peace (FOP) is a Tanzanian non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting a culture of dialogue, respect, and peace across communities. It serves as a platform where people from diverse backgrounds can engage in open and dignified discussions, seeking peaceful solutions to shared challenges. Rooted in values such as empathy, compassion, and tolerance, FOP works to strengthen understanding between different religious and social groups while fostering reconciliation and community cohesion. The organisation also empowers local communities socially, politically, and economically, giving a voice to vulnerable and disadvantaged populations, including youth, children, and the poor. Through mobilising resources and encouraging collective action, Friends of Peace contributes to building a more inclusive and harmonious society in Tanzania.
Type: Secular civil society organisation
Year of accession: 2018
Focus Country(ies): United Republic of Tanzania