Community Notes
Community Notes is a space for community workers, advocates, and changemakers to share insights, tools, and stories from the field. Blending practical tips with reflective learning, it’s designed to support your work, spark new ideas, and strengthen the connections that make community care possible.
When Values Clash: Navigating Conflicts Between Personal Beliefs and Professional Ethics
By: Sarah Smallman Published on: 30/12/2025Personal values sometimes conflict with professional ethics. Learn to navigate tensions between religious beliefs, moral convictions, and professional responsibilities without harming clients.
From Compliance to Compassion: Rethinking Professional Development in Community Services
By: Sarah Smallman Published on: 08/11/2025The shift toward compliance-based training didn't happen by accident. Increased regulation, heightened accountability requirements, and legitimate concerns about safety and quality all pushed organisations toward standardised, measurable, auditable training.
