Our Mission, Values and Goals
In 2009 Kensington & Chelsea Social Council revised it's mission and developed its values as part of its strategic plan that cover the years 2008-11.
WHO WE SERVE:
Kensington & Chelsea Social Council works to support locally focused voluntary and community organisations serving local residents.
MISSION:
Kensington & Chelsea Social Council works to:
- support the voluntary and community sector in Kensington & Chelsea
- develop a strong local sector voice to influence decision makers
- encourage sector campaigning and lobbying
To improve the quality of life of the residents of Kensington and Chelsea.
OUR VALUES:
We believe in ………
- respecting diversity
- providing high quality services and resources that are accessible, appropriate, cost effective and transparent
- all people being able to participate fully in society
- respecting the environment
STRATEGIC GOALS
- Service development:
To identify and respond to emerging needs and issues, and co-ordinate the provision of infrastructure support to ensure effective coverage of the needs of frontline organisations. - Services and support:To provide services and support to frontline organisations with a focus on outcomes in sustainability, accountability, good governance and quality standards.
- Information:
To provide information that is easily accessible, relevant and up to date; that supports the sector by providing tools and resources; and promotes and celebrates the local sector's achievements - Representation and advocacy:To improve representation and advocacy, and work towards adherence to the Compact, to ensure that all the diverse groups in the sector has a voice in local decision making and policy
- Networking and partnership:To promote networking between the voluntary and community organisations and other stakeholders to improve awareness of the voluntary and community sector and partnership working locally, regionally and nationally
- Improving KCSC capacity:
To empower and equip KCSC to meet the changing needs of our stakeholders and lead by example.