Strategic Plan

Our Mission

To support and empower Kimberley people and communities to understand their rights and responsibilities, and to overcome injustice.

Our Vision

Dignity and justice for all people in the Kimberley.

Our Values

Empathy and Respect

We will be understanding, non-judgemental and will treat all people with acceptance and dignity, respecting culture, social and individual values and differences. 

Dedication and Commitment

We will be proactive, organised and committed to excellence, and persistent in our work, driven by client needs and the pursuit of social justice.

Integrity and Honesty

We will be honest, fair, and transparent in our dealings and will be accountable for our actions and commitments.

Teamwork and Collaboration

We will support each other and foster teamwork in the workplace and collaborative partnerships to achieve our mission.

Improvement and Innovation

We will always seek to improve what we do, welcome feedback, and explore innovative approaches.

Our Strategic Priorities

Excellence to support and empower

  • We will deliver high quality legal, financial counselling and social support services across the Kimberley.

  • We will be strong and effective advocates for systemic changes that benefit our clients.

  • We will encourage and enable capability building with out client communities so they can understand and exercise their legal rights and responsibilities.

Sustainability and innovation

  • We will explore diversified funding opportunities from government and private sources, with a focus on building philanthropic relationships.

  • We will use data about our impact to shape our operations and services.

People and culture

  • We will explore the fundamental structure and identity of KCLS and develop a Reconciliation Action Plan as part of that journey.

  • We will increase Aboriginal participation and inclusion in all that we do.

  • We will shape and nurture positive organisational culture, leadership, and professional development pathways for all KCLS staff.

Communications and community

  • We will develop a communications strategy for KCLS that improves internal communication capability and engages external stakeholders through an enhanced online presence and profile.

  • We will strengthen our public communications about the issues that matter to our clients.

  • We will foster strong local and national collaborations for the benefit of our clients.

Download a copy of the current KCLS Strategic Plan by clicking the link below.

KCLS Strategic Plan 2021 to 2024