The Fellowship of Messines has been created to facilitate the exploration of conflict situations, initially in Northern Ireland, to enable participants to acquire the necessary skills of conflict resolution and mediation. It seeks to develop networks of positive action between conflicting communities in Northern Ireland, to prevent inter-communal tensions spilling over into street violence, and aims to promote projects of positive benefits to interface communities there.

The Fellows of Messines pledge themselves to resolving differences through peaceful dialogue and reject all forms of violence as a means of creating change.

This journey is not just for one section of the community. It involves all of us, from those on the factory floor to shop stewards, managers and senior executives; from those working in the home to corporate decision-makers and investors; from students to senior citizens.

Reconciliation will only be brought about by the virtuous circle of common consent, agreed by all.