OUR PRINCIPLES
Candidates endorsed by Independents for Canberra commit to following these 10 principles.
1. Every voice is heard: Striving to ensure nobody gets ignored or left behind.
2. No vested interests: Basing decisions solely on the needs of our communities.
3. Empowering locals: Supporting local initiatives, businesses and community organisations.
4. Accessibility: Prioritising direct contact with the residents of our electorates, and being active participants in community life.
5. Hard work: Fighting for the ACT with unflagging energy and a focus on delivering results.
6. Integrity: Following through on commitments, being accountable to community and admitting to any mistakes.
7. Long-term thinking: Looking beyond the election cycle, taking actions for a better present and future.
8. Evidence-based policy: Grounding policy in evidence and updating positions when new evidence emerges.
9. Collaboration: Working constructively with other candidates and MLAs whenever possible.
10. Independence: Operating and vote as genuine independents, remaining free to disagree with others.