Being a CAN member

Working together

As a member of CAN, you are part of our community. We ask that you work with us in a spirit of kindness and cooperation; supporting others where you can, being respectful, and sharing your ideas at meetings and events.

We love hearing your thoughts and welcome your input at forums, networks, and other gatherings. When we’re discussing things, we ask that everyone keep the bigger picture in mind, what’s best for the sector and the communities we all care about.

If you have any specific interests or connections that might be relevant, we ask you to let us know.

Respect, fairness and equity

At CAN, we believe everyone deserves to be treated with kindness, respect and fairness. We welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and beliefs, and we’re proud to work alongside organisations that support specific groups in our communities.

We ask that you uphold these values in everything you do as a member, being inclusive, offering help where you can, and never treating anyone unfairly because of their race, faith, gender, disability, age, who they love, or where they come from.

Racism, bullying or unkind behaviour has no place in CAN. While we celebrate diversity, we ask that your work doesn’t go against our equal opportunities policy (available on request).

If you are unhappy with CAN

If you are not happy with our service, please tell us. You can contact our Chief Executive, who will listen to you and try to make things right. If you would like to see it, we also have a Compliments and Complaints Policy you can ask for.

If CAN is unhappy with you

If a member’s behaviour causes harm to CAN or to the wider community, we will first talk with you to try and fix the problem together. If this is not possible, we may have to take steps to end the membership as per our Articles of Association.