Our Vision and Goals

Learn about the vision, values and goals that drive our work in the Northcote community.

This is a photo of people at Jika Jika Community Centre in Northcote

Strategic Plan 2023-2026

Our wonderful Volunteer Committee of local residents guides us as we work within the neighbourhood through a Community Development framework. In 2023, our Committee developed our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan to inform our direction for the next three years.

Vision

A thriving local community, rich with possibility and belonging.

Purpose

To nurture social connection, inclusivity, opportunities for community participation and human friendship.

Values

Our values shape our daily actions and interactions:

Reflection and thoughtfulness: We think before we act, ensuring our decisions positively impact the community and align with our mission.

Inclusiveness: We welcome everyone who walks through our doors. We actively seek diversity, celebrating differences and fostering a sense of belonging for all.

Respect: We value each person, listen actively, and treat everyone with kindness, creating a harmonious community.

Goals

  1. Increasing grant revenue and maximising value from partnerships.

  2. Improving how we communicate so that more people walk through our doors.

  3. Delivering on De-Fence Against Loneliness to increase beauty, visibility and access at Jika.

  4. Strengthening organisational structures and building our team’s and volunteers’ capacity.

Download our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.

For a deeper dive into Jika's recent work and impact, read our latest Annual Report

Read our Constitution, which outlines the rules that guide our work at Jika Jika.