MercyCare Values

Core values are the fundamental beliefs and principles which guide an organisation. They support the vision, shape the culture and reflect what a company treasures.

MercyCare staff including front-line, executive and Aboriginal representatives collaborated with Peter Farmer, a local Noongar artist, to develop a comprehensive understanding of MercyCare’s six core values and to commission an artwork series to reflect this.

Explaining the MercyCare Values

MercyCare Values

Courage (Doorn-doorn Karak) We promote a mind and spirit that faces up to and engages with challenges. The feathers of the Sea-Eagle or Osprey bird are reflective of the bird’s ability to nest and thrive in any environment. The depicted feathers show the strength of the Osprey bird.

Integrity (Karmant Boorn Nodjam) We are honest, genuine, accountable and reliable. The olive branch represents the history of the Sisters of Mercy and the symbolism of gifting an olive branch to the community as an offering of peace and support.

Respect (Karlup) We value the inherent worth of each person and the natural environment. The meeting place represents a diverse community of people coming together with respect for each other’s unique circumstances.

Justice (Moort Bidi) We recognise everyone’s right to a fair share of resources and opportunities. The feet in this piece represent every person’s unique journey (or Biddi). MercyCare walks alongside the community toward a shared future.

Compassion (Kadjininy Koort) We respond with open hearts and minds to people’s needs. The heart represents acting with an open heart and no hidden agendas. Each side has had a journey, but they are both together as one.

Excellence (Ngalak Moorditj Kolbang) We strive for outstanding performance and creativity. The MercyCare cross represents the history of the organisation and our vision for people and communities to thrive. It is important to know where you’ve come from, in order to know where you’re going.

About the Artist

Peter Farmer

Local Noongar Artist

MercyCare engaged with local Noongar artist Peter Farmer to commission an artwork series as a reflection of the organisation’s community. Peter and his business partner and wife, Miranda Farmer, assured that the artwork represented the MercyCare values and reality of the organisation’s work for the Western Australian community.

Peter is a proud Noongar artist with an illustrious career working in Western Australia, Victoria and abroad. His pieces are widely acclaimed and has collaborated with brands including the WA Museum, Western Force, Elizabeth Quay and The City of Perth.

Photo credit Geelong Advertiser

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