The Principle of Enrichment by Diversity.

Society is enriched by diversity of its members and their shared humanity.

The Principle of Participation and Contribution.

People with disabilities are members of society and, like anyone else, need opportunities to participate and contribute to ordinary life.

The Principles of Positive Futures.

The future of people with disabilities and their families lies in the willingness of all of us to find better ways of supporting ordinary life.

The Principle of Recognition of Vulnerability.

People with disabilities are more vulnerable when they are not supported to belong to families, neighbourhoods and wider communities.

The Principle of Speaking Out for Others.

Advocacy provides a voice for people with disabilities when they face ignorance, fear, abuse and rejection of their community membership.

The Principle of Strong Independent Advocacy.

Advocacy is strengthened when it is independent and as free as possible from conflicts of interest.

The Principle of Family Legitimacy.

Parents have a natural vested interest and a legitimate role in safeguarding the lives of family members and can be effective advocacy for them and with them.

The Principle of Joining Together.

Parent advocacy is established and strengthened by sharing ideas and experiences, supporting one another and working towards a common vision for sons and daughters.

The Principle of Collective Strength.

The collective voice of families, joined together in advocacy, influences the direction of governments, services, and wider community attitudes and responses.

The Principle of Joining with Allies.

Joining with others with a similar vision strengthens the advocacy voice of people with disabilities and their families.