Vision & Mission

The values listed below are reflective of what BIM stands for and how we have always strived to operate and will continue to do so.

• Inclusion – All people with ABI are recognised and respected as valued and contributing members of society

• Agency – Supporting people with ABI to make their own decisions and choices through access to information, self-advocacy training and connections with groups and the community

• Collaboration – Fostering a spirit of collaboration within our organisation, the ABI community, mainstream organisations, and all people with disability

• Co-design – People with disability are meaningfully involved in all aspects of services, policies, and programs – defining, conceptualising, designing, developing, implementing, and reviewing

• Equity – Pursue opportunities for people with disability so they can access, participate fully and flourish in all areas including the law, employment, education, and housing

• Transparency and Accountability – We will operate in an open and honest manner, be accountable to our members and meet all our legal and fiduciary requirements and those of our funders

• Respect – All people are treated with dignity and courtesy including people with disability, members of BIM, staff, and stakeholders

• Diversity – We strive to reflect, and accept without question, people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, demographic and gender