The core community
In Place of War works on the frontline of conflict, climate and social injustice in 30+ countries. Projects get funded. The infrastructure that makes them possible rarely does.
The Core Community is a small, curated circle of committed donors who believe that creativity is essential, not optional, in the world's most fragile places. Members make a multi-year commitment to providing the stable core funding that allows In Place of War to lead, not just react.
This is not transactional giving. It is cultural leadership. Members receive direct access to the work through private salons, artist conversations, behind-the-scenes briefings and quarterly impact updates, becoming part of a community shaping how art and culture respond to the defining crises of our time.
The Core Community is invitation-based and currently forming. If you are interested in finding out more, contact Ruth Daniel at ruth@inplaceofwar.net.
Members
BRIAN ENO
One of the most recognisable names in the music industry for the past 4 decades, Brian is also a passionate advocate for social change through artistic creativity, and has added his voice to human rights campaigns around the world.
TARRAK
Josef Tarrak-Petrussen, also known as Tarrak (shadow in Greenlandic) was born in Nanortalik, Greenland to a Greenlandic mother and Moroccan father. Tarrak is a rapper and exclusively raps in his mother tongue, Kalaallisut. In 2016, he released his first album which caused controversy in Greenland with its track “Tupilak'', which deals with the conformity of language and discrimination, and in which he criticises colonialism.
Tarrak received the In Place of War fellowship in 2025 for his work uplifting Indigenous voices, language and artistic innovation, and engaging with Arctic Indigenous narratives, culture and climate justice.
Martin Atkins
Martin Atkins is a producer, drummer, documentary filmmaker, DJ, university lecturer, father of four and longstanding collaborator and supporter of In Place of War. His 43+ years in the music business spans genres, borders and industries. He was a member of Public Image Ltd and Killing Joke, and he founded industrial supergroup Pigface, The Damage Manual, and Murder Inc., and contributed to Nine Inch Nails, for which he has a Grammy. He is the owner of Invisible Records and Mattress Factory Recording Studios (est. 1988), and the founder of the Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music in Chicago. Martin has been a continual advocate for the work of In Place of War, supporting through workshops and presentations around his unique approach to entrepreneurship with our change-makers.
AURORA
Aurora Aksnes, known simply as AURORA, is a Norwegian singer, songwriter, and producer who has captivated global audiences with her ethereal voice and unique blend of electronic pop and folk influences. She is also an advocate for environmental and social issues, using her platform to raise awareness about climate change, mental health, and equality.
She received a Fellowship Award in 2025 for her support of In Place of War's work and tangible initiatives to raise awareness and fund conservation efforts.
MARTYN WARE
Martyn Ware was born in 1956 in Sheffield. In 1978 he formed the Human League, and in 1980 he formed the multimillion selling act Heaven 17 and British Electric Foundation (BEF). As a record producer and artist he has featured on recordings totalling over 50 million sales worldwide, during a 43 year career to date. Heaven 17 and BEF continue to tour and thrive. Martyn founded Illustrious Co. Ltd. with Vince Clarke in 2000 to exploit the creative and commercial possibilities of their unique 3DAudioScape immersive sound technology in collaboration with fine artists, the performing arts, and corporate clients around the world. He also lectures extensively and curates, produces and presents a wide range of world-class arts events.
Martyn hosts the podcast Electronically Yours, and is a published author. He is also a Visiting Professor at Queen Mary College, University of London; a member of BAFTA; and an Honorary DSc at the University of London. Martyn was the first ambassador for In Place of War and is proud to be a socialist, a humanitarian and an activist, helping to fight for the rights of creators and under-represented people worldwide.
