HUMAN RIGHTS – FAIRNESS – JUSTICE
In June ECLC’s Board adopted a new Strategic Plan which sets the broad direction for the Centre’s work and development over the next three years.
With the vision of Human Rights – Fairness – Justice, the new plan builds on the existing strengths of the Centre and affirms many areas of its current practice and priorities. It seeks to develop the Centre further by:
- Assisting communities and people not currently being reached (whether by location or other characteristics) through outreach and service development;
- Integrating a holistic approach that recognise people’s legal and broader needs and prioritises the most vulnerable communities;
- Developing tools to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the work and focus quality improvement;
- Extending the systemic advocacy with an emphasis on the opportunities within the connections of the service’s delivery, development, education and research.
The plan identifies the key values of the Centre as:
- Respect – treating ourselves and others with dignity,honesty and appreciating diversity
- Compassion – being non-judgmental and supportive, showing empathy
- Advocacy – providing a voice for those who cannot advocate for themselves
- Safety – assuring confidentiality, showing courage
- Justice and Human Rights – access, equity, advocacy and empowerment
- Strong Governance and Assurance – open and transparent management and communication
- Resourcefulness and Practicality – finding solutions through working collaboratively
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship – encouraging implementing new ideas and strategies
The plan was developed through a process of review and consultation. For a copy of the plan, please feel free to contact the Centre.