RedbridgeCVS

Values Statement

RedbridgeCVS exists to promote and support a strong, effective and independent voluntary local voluntary and community sector in Redbridge in order to improve the quality of life for individuals, groups and communities. This requires us to work actively towards combating the poverty and disadvantage that exclude or constrain the opportunities of many individuals, groups and communities from full participation in civic life.

We recognise the richness and creativity of a diverse society. We are committed to ensuring that no individual, group or community is disadvantaged or excluded from playing an active part in society because of their race, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion, age, class or geographical location.

We also recognise that inequalities exist based on the above factors and we will therefore give priority to working with individuals, groups or communities whose full participation in society is limited by economic, political and social disadvantage.

Our policies and practices stem from the following set of values:

• A belief in equality of opportunity and social justice for all
• A belief in the right of individuals to work collectively to participate in decision making and local action
• A belief in the importance of building the capacity of local voluntary and community groups in order that they are democratic and accountable
• A belief in the need for the voluntary and community sector to work as equal partners with others to bring about the development and regeneration of their communities.