Main Goal of the Strategic Directions:

To promote Recovery oriented practice through adherence to the values and principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation

Goal #1:

To influence public policy as it relates to the advancement of services which support the recovery of individuals with serious mental health issues.
Objectives:

1. To gain an increased knowledge and understanding of current Mental Health Policies in Nova Scotia

2. To develop position papers to respond to public policies

Goal #2:

To promote and support education/ training opportunities to individuals and organizations for the advancement of recovery- oriented practices.
Objectives:

1. To develop education strategies that would include but is not limited to bi-annual conference and workshops

2. To provide opportunities and support to consumers to attend workshops and conferences

Goal #3:

To serve as a vehicle for knowledge dissemination, networking, and communication
Objectives:

1. To maintain ongoing and timely communication with members on Chapter and field related activities and development

2. To develop a mechanism for receiving membership input and feedback

Goal # 4:

To promote Recovery oriented research in Nova Scotia
Objectives:

1. To ensure finding to support recovery-oriented research in Nova Scotia

2. To support one research project every 2 years

Goal # 5:

To maintain core Chapter’s business
Objectives:

1. To obtain an incorporation status

2. To maintain financial accountability

3. To develop policies to guide chapter activities