Our Approach to Programming

At Clunes Neighbourhood House, our vision is for a community that cares for its people and place. To do this, we deliver a range of programs. Given the diverse socio-economic nature of our population and the fact that we are a town that has traditionally had active community groups, we've focused on those sections not typically represented while also supporting the resilience of existing groups.  

  

Our core programs typically focus on the first, second and third levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs – physiological needs, safety and belonging needs – by  

nurturing activities supporting health and safety, and by wrapping community care offerings around each. 

 

Belonging is important for everyone, that’s why our activities are designed to build connection. Strengthening connections across our town is vital to rebuild resilience and capacity in Clunes. 

 

Esteem and self-actualisation are also important for individuals and communities. Self-actualisation is about being able to do the things that you feel to be important to who you are and what you’re about. Typically, we've sought to address these needs through major events or gatherings. Collaborating with other groups in towns can strengthen ties with people in the community, creating a vital foundation for cohesion.