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About Us
Australia's Largest Placed-Based Social Infrastructure
We work in partnership with six state-based peak bodies and are also a member of the International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres, the global peak for place-based work.
Through strategic partnerships, evidence-based advocacy, and place-based approaches, ANHCA sets a national standard of value, guidance, and leadership, connecting State Peak bodies and developing reach to members as one unified sector. By doing so, ANHCA empowers local communities to build capability, sustainability, driving collective impact and delivering growth.​
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ANHCA's purpose is to contribute to national policy, promote the sector's national identity, enhance quality and skills, and support the activity and work of neighbourhood houses and community centres in Australia. We amplify the collective voice of NCHCs to shape national policy, funding priorities, and program design, ensuring place-based community solutions are recognised and resourced.
Our Purpose
We amplify the voice and impact of Australia's Neighbourhood House and Centre sector by driving policy influence, building sector capacity, and championing place-based approaches to create a stronger, more connected and resilient sector.
Together, we champion place-based community development, amplifying local voices and expertise to build a just, equitable, resilient and inclusive Australia.
Our Vision
Strategic Objectives
Sector Capacity Building
Develop targeted training, resources, and support programs to enhance the skills, knowledge, and leadership capabilities of neighbourhood house and centre staff and volunteers, improving service quality and community impact.
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National Identity and Awareness
Implement a comprehensive and consistent communications strategy to promote the neighbourhood house and centre sector's national identity, values, and achievements, increasing public awareness and recognition of the sector's contributions to Australian communities.
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Data-Driven Decision Making
Establish a robust data collection and analysis framework to track the sector's impact, outcomes, and trends, informing evidence-based policy advocacy, sector development, and resource allocation.
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Influence National Policy
Strengthen ANHCA's advocacy efforts to ensure the neighbourhood house and centre sector's voice is represented in national policy discussions, driving systemic change and resource allocation to support community development.
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Community Partnerships and Collaboration
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Foster strategic partnerships between the State Peak bodies, government agencies, businesses, and other community organisations to leverage resources, expertise, and funding, driving collaborative solutions to local challenges.