Pride Community Center of North Central Florida
Vision and Goals
The purpose of PCCNCF is to form an agency whose goals are:
- To promote human care, educational and social activities directed at furthering the well being and development of the transgendered, bisexual, lesbian and gay community and people with related concerns.
- To be instrumental in promoting a better understanding and unity within the community and in the North Central Florida geographical region.
- To rent, own, or lease suitable real estate, buildings and any other personal property that is deemed necessary for these purposes.
- To develop educational and charitable programs and events designed to fulfill the Purpose and Mission Statement.
The mission of PCCNCF is to promote public understanding and acceptance of people of all gender expressions or sexual orientations, regardless of race, ethnic background, nationality, spirituality, age or abilities. The center is created to foster and enhance the well being, unity and visibility of transgendered, bisexual, lesbian, and gay persons and people with related concerns. We are committed to provide the community with education and resources with an open and supportive environment to eliminate prejudice and discrimination in our neighborhoods.
In order to fulfill the Purpose and Mission Statement of the community center, on April 27th, 2002 the Board of Directors met in retreat and after consultation and in depth discussions set forth the following goals:
Six Month Goals by Category
Location -
- Complete installation of new bathroom door
- Obtain and install shelves for the center library
- Obtain artwork for the walls
- Obtain and install an information kiosk in the reception room
- Obtain and install new carpet
Education -
- Catalog and shelve the library items received
- Obtain various educational materials re: GLBT issues
- Start a series of educational workshops
- Create the in-house community hot line manual
Outreach -
- Begin providing information and referral services
- Begin HIV/AIDS Outreach Services
Communication --
- Update Web Page
- Find a newsletter editor
- Create a Community Resource Guide for distribution
- Continue to develop and implement community hotline
Financial -
- Develop membership support
- Develop a series of regular fundraising events
Community Involvement -
- Host transgendered support group
- Begin internship program
- Continue existing community partnerships and develop additional partnerships
Existing community partnerships- GLSEN
- Corner Drug Store
- Provide a meeting space for GLBT and progressive organizations
- Obtain community input for the community hotline
- Host social events
- Begin active volunteer involvement in all center activities and planning
One Year Goals by Category
Education -
- Develop and implement lecture series
- Develop and implement specific educational programs
- Develop and implement mentoring and tutoring program
Outreach -
- Develop and implement specific health programs
- Womens health issues
- Transgendered health issues
- Develop and implement in-service program
- Begin Substance Abuse Outreach Services
Communications -
- Find a public relations person
Financial -
- Research and apply for grants
- Begin general advertisement/promotion of the center
Community Involvement -
- Provide meeting space for appropriate peer led support groups
- Develop and implement programs to work with the Health Department and local law enforcement agencies
- Provide meeting space for appropriate PACs
Two Year Goals
The only two-year goal that has been set at this time is to either modify our existing location or obtain a new one that includes a large open space for community meetings.
All of the goals set forth in this document require dedication by Board Members, financial support from the community, and volunteer involvement on the part of our members. The Board of PCCNCF will continue to develop and refine the goals of the community center as needs and experience dictate. We always encourage and welcome ideas and input from the community. PCCNCF will only be as strong and successful as the community that we serve.
