Driven by a vision of truly sustainable, equitable and creative societies, inspired by critical thinking, collective action and considerate living. our work is based on the following principles, as ratified by project australia’s steering and advisory groups in 2007:

1. Respect for the recognised human rights standards as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and associated international human rights instruments
2. Recognition that, with being part of a global community, come personal responsibilities to other people
3. Recognition for the Indigenous people of Australia who are custodians of this land, their struggles and our need to work together to ensure fairness for all peoples
4. Recognition that all Australians deserve access to the resources and services they need to live a healthy life
5. Recognition of the contribution made by all religions and spiritualities to the fabric of our community, consistent with recognised human rights standards
6. Respect for diversity of all kinds, within a common framework of values based on compassion, community and opportunity
7. Appreciation of the important connections that sustain a healthy individual and family (however they may define it), education (whatever learning in which they may engage), their role models (from whomever they may learn) and a sense of a meaningful life (as defined by each individual)
8. Recognition of the need to minimise our individual and collective impact on the land and environment and work together to sustain the earth and its resources
9. Recognition of democratic process, combined with the need for transparency and accountability in politics, business and community work
10. Recognition that this hour in history requires critical thinking from which action can be derived
11. Affirmation that individuals are ultimately the most important agent for social change but that the effects of change can be emphasised when individuals are joined by others