The objects of the cio are:
1. to advance in life and help young people of all races and backgrounds whilst being particularly sensitive to the needs of ethnic minority communities, through:
(a) providing support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals”
(b) the provision of recreational and leisure time activities provided in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their conditions of life;
(c) advancing education
(d) supporting causes that directly help, nurture or develop young people
2. to advance education for the public benefit, in particular for children and young people in the uk or overseas
3. the prevention or relief of poverty in the uk or overseas by providing grants, items, support and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty