OUR PURPOSE

Core values and ethos

Our core values shape how we do what we do. They also express what others can expect from us.

Relational – being relational to us means valuing people beyond projects and programmes. We will do all we can to engender respect and to work with love as a high value – effectively putting others’ interests before our own.

Innovative – society and youth culture are changing constantly and we therefore need to be creative in the ways we work. We value fresh thinking and innovation as a key ingredient to working alongside others in the community.

Integrity – in our dealings with each other and other bodies we will be honest and transparent. We will seek to be thorough and professional in all our activities.

Empowering – developing and releasing others is central to who we are. We will not look to be in the limelight or hold on to influence or power. Instead we will focus on seeing others develop their gifts and realise their potential.

Wholehearted – we want to be bold and singleminded in the things we are doing. We want to work hard and with passion. We want to persevere and finish the things we start.

Faith – the hope of our Christian faith is the source of all we do. We don’t want to live within the constraints of what already exists but believe for change – and live with the consequences of our belief.