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What We Mean by Transformation

Transformation Means:

Change that reflects current research and best practice.

Change that involves the full participation of individuals and families.

Change that is based on the values of citizenship and inclusion.

Creating a new story and a new system where decision-making rests with individuals, families and support networks.

Moving the current system away from a paternalistic approach,where power is invested mostly in agencies, to a system that recognizes the need for partnerships and new approaches designed to empower individuals and families.

An openness and willingness to learn, from innovative, person-directed approaches and from what individuals and families/support networks genuinely want.

Working together based on respect and integrity. As Margaret Wheatley says:

If we work together more intelligently, we will need to choose processes that evoke our curiosity, humility, generosity and wisdom.