Objectives of the CCN
Inc Association
(1) To
improve the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social health and
wellbeing of all citizens by promoting civil ceremonies and
celebrations to
a.
celebrate respectful caring family, friendship and other relationships in the
context of various rites of passage and other significant events for
individuals, families, and communities
b. promote
concepts of courtesy, creativity, cooperation, and respect for all others
without discrimination
c. promote
understanding of rights and responsibilities to give and receive justice (“a
fair go”) in all one’s affairs
d. support
democratic principles and promote harmonious relationships between all sectors in society
thereby
assisting in minimizing mental and other health problems and disease related to
lifestyle, social and community factors.
(2)
Promote and support the role celebrants can play in the promotion and
protection of civil rights and responsibilities for all citizens, irrespective
of their ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexual orientation,
ability, education, economic standing, and religious and/ or spiritual beliefs
(3)
Network with government, community groups, non-profit organizations
and where appropriate for-profit organizations that support civil rights
principles for the development and maintenance of the above objectives
(4)
Raise funds to facilitate, develop, maintain and review the above
objectives via membership fees, grants, donations (including via charitable
status)
(5)
Conduct health promotion programs using ceremonial strategies aimed at
decreasing the risk of physical and mental disease and illness that are related
to lifestyle and community factors.
