ARCQ
Action, Reform, Change, Queensland
Purpose
To advocate1 for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender
equality through:
· campaigns for legal and social change; and
· public education.
1. Advocate: to argue in support of an individual's or group's interest
Values
Social Justice
· Access to decision-making processes, resources and appropriate services;
participation in decision-making, policy development and program implementation;
equity in social and economic outcomes; and recognition of human rights.
· Recognition of the custodianship of the land and sea by Aboriginal
people and Torres Strait Islanders and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander cultures.
Collectivism
· Shared leadership, adaptive decision-making and skills development
to encourage participation, networking and coalition-building.
Accountability
· Individuals and organisations are accountable to the group and to the
broader population of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people for decisions
and actions agreed on by the group.
Equality
· Respecting diversity and common purposes across sexuality, gender,
identity, culture, age, ability, class, parental status, HIV status, income,
relationship status, appearance, mental health and geography.
Integrity
· Acting honestly and consistently to reflect the purpose and values
of the group.