Citizenship – All people in our communities have the same rights, responsibilities and opportunities to participate in and contribute to the life of the community, respecting and supporting their identity, beliefs, values and practices.
Relationships – Families, friends and personal networks are the foundations of a rich and valued life in the community.
Natural authority – People and their families are experts in their own lives, have knowledge about themselves and their communities, and are best placed to make their own decisions.
Lifelong learning – All people have a lifelong capacity for learning, development and contribution.
Information – Access to accurate, timely and relevant information supports informed decision-making, choice and control.
Choice and control – Individuals, often with the support of their families and personal networks, are best placed to lead in making their own decisions and plan, choose and control supports, services and resources.
Community – Communities are further enriched by the inclusion and participation of all people and these communities are the most important way of building friendship, support and a meaningful life.
Contribution – We value and encourage the strengths, knowledge, skills and contribution that all individuals, families and communities bring.
Working together – Effective partnerships with individuals/families, communities and services are vital in strengthening the rights and opportunities for people and their families to achieve their visions for a good life, inclusion and contribution.
Complementary nature of services – Services should support and complement the role of individuals, families and communities in supporting people to achieve their aspirations for a good life.
