Street Pastors is an interdenominational network of Christian charities that operates worldwide, composed of members who spend time in their communities in order to assist people who they feel are in need of help, and to spread their religion through their service.

The initial activities of street pastors in areas such as Lewisham and Hackney focussed mainly on confronting gang culture and the use of knives and guns.[how?]

As Street Pastors started to operate in other parts of the UK, the initiative responded to other local issues, including anti-social behavior and drunkenness.[when?

Volunteers receive training from The Samaritans and British Transport Police, and aim to prevent suicide attempts and fatalities on the railway.[how?

They must complete 12 training sessions spread over a year, covering subjects including conflict management, counselling and basic first-aid.

[4] On 19 September 2022, a Street Pastor assaulted a protester standing against Mohammed Bin Salman of Saudi Arabia.