All aspects of our work are informed by the vision of an organisational culture underpinned by agreed values.  These determine what we do and the way we do it.  In summary, Voluntary and Community Action:

• believes that voluntary and community action is fundamental to the development of a democratic and socially inclusive society
• values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity
• values the work of volunteers and is committed to volunteering
• is committed to sustainable development
• values its independence and is committed to working in partnership with others
• values the relationship between trustees, staff and volunteers
• is committed to the achievement of quality standards and services.

Our Values Statement, Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, Sustainable Development Policy and Volunteering Policy expand upon these values further (available in PDF format).