As a national organisation, everything we do….
1. Is for people who are aged 15+ living with intellectual disability, and their support
networks.
2. Cultivates an engaged, safe and inclusive organisation that is focused on outcomes.
3. Encourages quality and mutually reciprocal partnerships to flourish.
4. Ensures people with intellectual disabilities are central to our organisation.
5. Strengthens and promotes our brand and reputation.
6. Is financially and organisationally sustainable.
7. Fosters ethical and inclusive practice, research and building on evidence.

1. Enhance the visibility, reach and impact of the CDS research program, including
   building a demonstrable evidence base for the clinical, health and education
   components of CDS’ work and translating CDS intellectual property into products to be
   marketed as a fee-for-service business stream
2. Position CDS successfully within Sydney University, specifically the School of Health
   Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Health, aligning the priorities of each and
   enhancing CDS‘s impact and operational capability.
3. Strengthen CDS’ financial viability and sustainability through more e􀆯ective
   budgeting, enhanced financial forecasting, diversifying income streams and improved
   management controls providing increased accessibility and usability for the Senior
   Management Team and greater transparency for the Board.
4. Analyse CDS’ stakeholder engagement and relationship management to inform the
   development of a sustainable, e􀆯ective marketing capability and impact monitoring.
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5. Ensure appropriate CDS sta􀆯 skill mix and enhance collegiate culture to increase
   the organisation’s capability to further develop a strong culture that supports our
   delivery and success of programmes.
6. Strengthen the governance and risk management culture throughout CDS and foster
   greater inclusion and diversity through all levels of governance.
7. Commit to and implement a process and strategy for greater diversity including
   reconciliation led by our First Nations partners and community.