About Us.

Advancing the rights and well-being of marginalised communities through bold advocacy, direct action, and holistic humanitarian efforts.

Who We Are?

Restless Beings is an international human rights organization and UK charity dedicated to supporting the world’s most marginalized communities through advocacy, activism and humanitarian response. We put communities at the heart of everything we do. Through deep consultation, grassroots engagement, and research, we ensure those we support lead the decision-making process—shaping solutions that truly meet their needs.

Across the world, far-right politics is rising—driven by greed and fear. Human rights are cast aside for power and profit, fuelling war, oppression, and genocide. Since 2007, we have been the only human rights organisation to bridge the gap between advocacy — in academia, policy, and media — and humanitarian response — through relief, aid, and grassroots programmes. We confront injustice head-on while delivering life-changing support to those most affected. Our strategy is simple yet powerful: make rights-based journalism accessible, mobilise grassroots action, and deliver high-impact support where it's needed most. Restless Beings stands independent—free from state or industry influence, powered solely by the public and thousands of supporters worldwide.

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Years

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Countries

250K+

Lives

250K+

Our Mission

Amplify the voices of silenced and oppressed communities
Provide access to basic human rights such as education, healthcare, and justice
Foster partnerships with grassroots organizations for sustainable change
Respond to humanitarian crises with agility and compassion
Advocate for policy change to address systemic human rights violations

Making a Difference Together

At Restless Beings, we believe in the power of collaboration to address the root causes of injustice. By working hand-in-hand with marginalized communities, we aim to restore dignity, hope, and opportunity to those in need.

Our holistic approach combines advocacy and on-the-ground action to create lasting impacts that empower individuals and transform societies. Each step forward is a collective effort fueled by a shared commitment to humanity.

Our Values

Grounded in dignity, driven by trust, and led by marginalised communities to create lasting change.

Independent, Always

Most human rights organizations take state support—we don’t. Our narrative is ours alone.

Led by Communities

Our local teams drive every action, ensuring humanitarian response is based on community input and designed to meet community needs.

Dignity First

With roots in the communities we serve, we uphold dignity above all—no exceptions.

Fuelled by Passion

Built by dedicated volunteers, our advocacy and efforts are driven by compassion, experience, and unwavering commitment.

Our History

Restless Beings was founded in 2007 with a clear purpose: to stand alongside the world’s most marginalised and silenced communities. What began as a small, determined group of activists has grown into a global force for change — relentless in our fight for human rights, justice, and equality.

From conflict zones to forgotten corners of society, we’ve worked hand-in-hand with communities to provide urgent relief, amplify unheard voices, and challenge injustice at its root. Our work is not about speaking for others — it's about ensuring those most affected have the platform, resources, and support to lead the fight for their own rights and dignity. Today, Restless Beings remains driven by that founding spirit: bold, unwavering, and deeply committed to those the world too often overlooks.

Our Principles

We believe the most impactful solutions come from within the communities we serve. We partner with local activists and leaders, ensuring their voices lead the way in shaping our initiatives, creating authentic, community-driven change. Our work is guided by a fundamental belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of transparency and accountability. Every action we take is aimed at earning and maintaining the trust of the communities we support, and our donors.

Our approach is focused on creating long-term, sustainable solutions. While we address immediate needs, we are equally committed to building the infrastructure, knowledge, and support that ensure lasting, meaningful change. We prioritise inclusivity in everything we do. Our work is driven by the voices of those most affected by injustice, with a deep commitment to elevating the perspectives of underrepresented and marginalised communities. We are constantly learning from the communities we serve, adapting our approach to meet evolving challenges. Our commitment to innovation ensures that we are always finding better ways to create lasting, impactful change.

What We Have Achieved in the Past Year

60,000+

People received essential food, water, and medical support in crisis zones from Gaza, Sudan, West Africa and in Rohingya camps

£600k+

Raised for aid, with funds allocated to long-term development programs

5,000+

Families given direct support through our emergency response programs

Gaza

Since October 2023, the violence in Gaza has escalated, displacing families, destroying homes, and violating international human rights laws. Restless Beings has been on the ground, providing urgent aid such as food, medicine, mobile clinics, and shelter materials while pushing for justice through advocacy in the UK, EU, and Arab-speaking region.

Our team have worked tirelessly to create compelling media and reports to continue campaigning for the Palestinian people across academia and advocacy to Government.

Rohingya – Bangladesh

The Rohingya community has endured decades of violence, leading to the displacement of over 1.4 million people into Bangladesh’s Kutupalong camp.

Restless Beings has supported education, medical aid, and food distribution, focusing on the most vulnerable, including women, children, and the elderly. We currently run two schools and a women's centre in the camps.

Sudan

Sudan is facing one of the largest humanitarian crises, with over 30 million people requiring urgent support.

Restless Beings has been actively campaigning and providing food and medical aid to those affected by the ongoing genocide, aiming to support families with critical resources.

Dhaka Street Children - Bangladesh

There are over 300,000 children living in the streets of Dhaka and many are being exposed to sexual trafficking, violence, organised crime, substance abuse, homelessness and malnutrition. First established in 2007, this is our oldest project.

Restless Beings rehabilitation program provides hundreds of children with safe accommodation, medical care, counselling, education, warm clothes and independence.

West Africa

Conflict in Nigeria has displaced millions, with families enduring harsh conditions in the sub-Saharan desert. This, coupled with mass displacement due to multiple climate crises across the Lake Chad basin region, has led to huge water scarcity across displacement camps in Borno state, Nigeria.

Restless Beings focuses on providing safe drinking water by building large communal wells, helping thousands of families in refugee camps across the region.

By supporting Restless Beings, you join a movement that stands with the world’s most vulnerable, driving lasting change and restoring dignity where it’s needed most.

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