Transforming Lives Locally
A grassroots movement fostering positive change and safety
Empowering youth through Bible exchanges to promote peace and support
Community-Led Empowerment Through Faith and Support
Led by founder 'Gbenga Olawoye, BiblesForKnives is a grassroots, community-led initiative based in London that empowers young people to exchange knives for Bibles, fostering safer communities through faith, outreach, and shared support.
100+
Young People Supported
By 2027 BiblesForKnives aims to have supported more than one hundred young people in London to make positive life choices by exchanging knives for Bibles and accessing community mentorship.
10
Community Partners
We are seeking to combine efforts with ten trusted community partners across London, to extend our reach and effectiveness in youth safety and empowerment.
95%
Positive Outcomes
Our goal is that approximately ninety-five percent of participants will demonstrate improved decision-making and reduced knife carriage following engagement with our programs.
Reasons Young People and Communities Trust BiblesForKnives
Grassroots-led, faith-inspired programs helping reduce knife carrying and promoting safer futures for London youth.
Community Leadership
Founded and led by 'Gbenga Olawoye, trusted by London's youth and communities
Faith-Based Empowerment
Promoting peace and purpose through Bible exchanges and mentorship
Join BiblesForKnives in Creating Safer Communities
Help us expand our outreach and impact by getting involved. Volunteer or partner with us to make London safer for its young people.
Connect with us for volunteering, partnerships, or general enquiries.
Telephone: 01375402605
E-mail: contact@biblesforknives.co.uk