CODIA CIC is a pioneering community interest company run by a team of social entrepreneurs who are committed to making a positive difference in the North West of England.
We operate a range of innovative services and programmes for the benefit of the community, including training, consultancy and coaching to community groups, charities, social enterprises, community arts & media organisations and individuals who are committed to social inclusion and the common good. We also actively work to raise awareness of human trafficking (modern day slavery).
Kick Start 2009 Workshops
Free training events run by experts for anyone interested or already involved in volunteering, community work and social entrepreneurship in Lancashire.
Learn about:
- Preventing human trafficking in the community
- Community Interest Company formation
- Setting up a community group or charity
- Contracts, negotiation skills and dispute resolution
- Good employment practice
- Discrimination and human rights law
Tony Campolo in Preston
CODIA's Patron, Dr Tony Campolo, is set to host a full day conference in Preston, Lancashire on behalf of CODIA on 4 January 2010.
The theme of the conference will be faith, social justice and the arts & media.
…activists like our good friend Jim Wallis and Tony Campolo are lifting up the Biblical injunction to help the poor…
U.S President Barack Obama: Call to Renewal Keynote Address
Action to Stop Slavery
The United Nations describes human trafficking as a form of "slavery". It is the world's fastest growing crime.
Millions are trapped in sex slavery, forced labour and domestic servitude due to being bought and sold by traffickers. The UK is a major destination for trafficked people.
CODIA CIC is fully committed to raising awareness of this crime in Lancashire and the surrounding region. Our aim is to prevent people trafficking in our local communities.
Inclusion and best practice
CODIA CIC is a community interest company with a socially inclusive Christian ethos and values. We are a fully committed Affiliate and signatory of the UK government endorsed Faithworks Charter.
Carbon offset
We have carbon offset this website by signing up to coco2.org. A portion of our annual subscription is invested in renewable energy projects.