Values of networks and partnerships

The values of networks and partnerships should be clearly understood and stated at the beginning of any collaborative project. These values are likely to form some of the goals of the collaboration or network. All parties should contribute to defining and redefining the values of that specific network and partnership to help monitor the benefits of participation.

Some of these values could include:

• working together to provide specialised services
• working together to provide flexible services
• professional support, education and training
• respecting and valuing all people’s contributions in working collaboratively.