CARLISLE ONE WORLD CENTRE

Think Local, Act Global

ABOUT US AND WHAT WE DO

Find out more about us, our story and aims, resources, policies and other information

Find out more about how you can become a supporter or volunteer

Here is where you can read more about our most recent theme year and read the new Carlisle Faith Directory

Find out more about our work to promote and support Fairtrade in the Carlisle area. Carlisle is celebrating 20 years of being a Fairtrade City in 2025!

COWC started the Carlisle City of Sanctuary campaign in 2020 and currently manages the work of this network of member groups and organisations from across Cumberland

From monthly coffee mornings to cultural and community events, outings and shared meals this group provides community and opportunities to over 400 women

Think Local, Act Global

Carlisle One World Centre (COWC) is a local charity based in Carlisle city centre above Carlisle World Shop.

We began as a Churches Together in Carlisle initiative and we remain respectful of this heritage while welcoming members and support from all communities and faiths.


THROUGH OUR ACTIVITIES WE AIM TO

Raise awareness of how our actions as individuals, as communities and as a nation affect the wider world

Support the economically and socially deprived, both locally and globally

Campaign for justice throughout the world


Theme 2024 - 2025

BRIDGING FAITH COMMUNITIES IN CARLISLE

Development of a new Faith Directory for the Carlisle area
Talks on topics of interest
Walks, meals and community events
Information sharing about important festivals and events

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Contact Us

contact@cowc.org.uk

2 Lowthian's Lane, Carlisle, CA3 8JR

Partnerships in Action

CRAG at Diverse Cumbria Awards
Members of Carlisle International Women's Group in Bitts Park

Partnerships in Action

Carlisle Welcomes Refugees banner
Refugee at Culture Bazaar stall
COWC Litter picking action

Partnerships in Action

PCC at CRAG event
Fairtrade campaigners
COWC stall in city centre