Leadership for Peaceful Change
in Resilient Communities

John & Pat

We draw inspiration from the lives and work of John and Pat Hume, who brought peaceful change to millions of people across Ireland and the UK.

WHAT WE DO

We support and inspire leadership for peaceful change through a range of thought-shaping, outreach and support activities.

Who we are

We are governed by a cross-community board of varying faiths and viewpoints who share the belief that difference is of the essence of humanity.

News & Events

Event: ‘Faith, Conflict, and the Power of Nonviolence’ A conversation with former President Mary McAleese

The Redemptorist community at Clonard Monastery was instrumental in fostering reconciliation and peace building efforts. Fr Alec Reid, assisted by Fr Gerry Reynolds, brought …

St Ronan’s College Lurgan names hall after John Hume

Aine Hume, Brid Rodger and the rest of the Hume Foundation were delighted to visit to St Ronan’s College Lurgan to see their new …

The Fifth John Hume European ‘Spirit of Peace’ Lecture

EU Commissioner Michael McGrath to Deliver the Fifth John Hume European ‘Spirit of Peace’ Lecture in Brussels on Wednesday 3 December 2025. EU Commissioner …