Our Strategic Direction

Anglicare North Queensland, operating within the Anglican Diocese of North Queensland, is guided by the principles of justice and mercy.

Our Strategic Plan 2026–2028 outlines how we strengthen our impact, advocate for fairness, and create safe, caring, and connected communities across North and Far North Queensland.

We are committed to reconciliation and closing the gap for First Nations Australians.

Our Approach – The Anglicare Way

High-quality, seamless services that are child-focused, client-driven, and built on strong partnerships. We measure our impact, learn from successes, and celebrate what works.

Our Purpose

Empowered people thrive through caring and connected communities.

Our Values

Kindness • Inclusion • Integrity • Courage • Hope

Our Culture

  • Child Safe Organisation: Proactive, accountable, and child-focused in governance and leadership to ensure child safety
  • A Just Culture: People are safe, treated fairly and supported to grow
  • Client-Driven: The right help at the right time, shaped by lived experience
  • Service Integration: Strong partnerships, seamless referrals and shared resources
  • Communities of Care: Strengthening belonging, connection and purpose
  • Always Curious: Learning from our work, measuring impact and celebrating success

Our Focus Areas

Our Practice

Delivering innovative, culturally safe, child-centred services. We strengthen assessments, casework, and service integration while continuously improving staff training and client feedback.

Our People

Supporting, valuing, and empowering our staff and volunteers. We invest in leadership, wellbeing, quality systems, and safe, welcoming facilities.

Our Impact

Measuring and showcasing the difference we make. We optimise client data, capture stories of change, and celebrate successes to inform best practice.

Being an Ally

Taking practical action to reduce inequality. We provide culturally safe services, build First Nations partnerships, and create meaningful employment pathways.

Level the Playing Field

Strengthening systems and amplifying voices. We fill service gaps, engage in collaborative research, and contribute to advocacy and policy to improve community outcomes.