Strategic framework
Our mission
To strengthen the community by being the trusted provider of quality information services by:
- providing equitable access to contemporary and historical knowledge
- collecting and preserving Australia's heritage
- promoting our role as a cultural destination
- collaborating with the NSW public library network
Our vision
For the community, we aspire to be a Library that is:
- a pre-eminent and welcoming cultural destination
- acknowledged for excellent client service and staff expertise
- an innovative gateway to information and cultural enrichment
- recognised for a unique and accessible collection
- an active advocate for the NSW public library network
- a proactive partner in knowledge creation
Our core values & beliefs
Equity of access
- to our buildings and collections, that is free and unbiased, that educates and connects
Innovation & engagement
- thinking beyond traditional boundaries, being professional collaborative change agents, empowering our people, and encouraging intellectual freedom
Valuing people
- providing them with leadership that is inspirational, encouraging them to be the best they can be, and listening, recognising and acknowledging their achievements
Honour & integrity
- respect for the dignity of the individual, neutrality, honesty, accountability and collegiality across all communities of focus
Energy & teamwork
- vitality and enthusiasm, creativity that values diversity of thought, dedication to clients, transparency and inclusiveness
Our strategic priorities
- Be a client-focused library
- Develop and support a values-based culture
- Revenue growth
- Enhance our sustainability
