Oxford Community Action

To support new and emerging Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities (BAME) alongside more established BAME communities to tackle and overcome barriers created by structural inequalities (e.g. labour market and ethnic health inequalities) that prevent BAME individuals and communities from reaching their full potential and enjoying equal representation and participation as active citizens within UK institutions and wider civil society. The purposes of Oxford Community Action is to promote community development, social inclusion and social justice for diverse, multi-ethnic BAME communities are aligned to the key community development principles of: Local Leadership – The communities play the leadership role in their own development. Collaborative Approach – Builds on collaboration and co-operation between communities, local and national government, 3rd sector Sustainable Balance – Addressing economic, social, environmental and cultural considerations. Respect for Local Values – Communities values are understood and respected. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion – All of the communities members, regardless of gender, age, ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, sexual orientation, or social and economic status are empowered and engaged in the community development process and are able to access its social and economic benefits. Common Vision – The communities members work together to define a common vision for the future. Community Assets Approach – Projects, initiatives, community development, is built on existing community capacity and assets. Community Volunteers/Champions – community development initiatives – values, respects, nurtures, and encourages community volunteers/champions.