Our values

Our vision is

'A just and equitable society in which diversity is valued, relationships are respectful, where people have a sense of connection and belonging and an opportunity to learn and develop.'

Diversity

• We believe that human diversity contributes to a rich and vibrant society.
• We recognise the importance of culture in the lives of individuals and value cultural diversity.
• We believe in each person’s expression of their spirituality and the importance of all religions.
• We respect the diversity of relationships between individuals, families and communities.

Respect

• We believe in the unique and innate worth of all individuals.
• We value the right of all people to live in safety and be treated with respect.
• We support an equitable, just and non-discriminatory society.
• We believe in the importance of living in harmony with our environment.

Belonging

• We recognise the importance of a sense of connection and belonging in people’s lives.
• We value the importance of caring and loving relationships for couples, families, kin and friends.
• We believe in the importance of positive and supportive relationships with the local community, between communities and in workplaces.

Learning

• We believe that people should have the opportunity to learn and change throughout their lives.
• We value people’s right to make choices and learn from their experiences.
• We believe in the importance of working and living together and learning from each other.