Vision, Mission & Values for for Nene Tereza

Vision

We envision a confident, resilient and thriving Albanian community in the United Kingdom, where children, young people, adults and families have the tools, opportunities and support they need to reach their full potential.

We believe that every child and young person should have the opportunity to develop an additional language, strengthening their identity, education, self-esteem and long-term prospects. Our vision for supplementary education goes beyond core curriculum subjects; it includes nurturing healthy, capable and well-rounded young people who are ready for responsible adult life.

We aim to build communities where cultural identity is preserved, integration is supported, inequalities are reduced, and all members—whether in the community or in custody—can participate fully and confidently in society.

Mission

Nene Tereza exists to promote the wellbeing, inclusion and cultural heritage of Albanians in the UK through education, advocacy, community support and specialist intervention.

We deliver this mission by:

Cultural Preservation & Identity

  • Promoting and celebrating Albanian language, culture and traditions across generations.
  • Strengthening community cohesion and positive identity development.

Children, Young People & Families

  • Delivering supplementary education that supports academic attainment and bilingual development.
  • Bridging the gap between children, parents, schools and mainstream services.
  • Supporting families to navigate the education system and access equal opportunities.

Health, Wellbeing & Community Resilience

  • Providing information, advice and guidance aligned with public health priorities.
  • Supporting older people to access health and wellbeing services through chaperoning and translation.
  • Reducing isolation through cultural events, social gatherings and intergenerational activities.
  • Developing social connections within the community and with wider society.
  • Addressing digital exclusion through online services, digital literacy and information-sharing.
  • Providing support around mental health with referrals, advocacy and liaison with GP clinics.
  • Delivering interventions that address domestic abuse, family conflict and intergenerational tension.

Advocacy & Rights

  • Providing welfare, housing, education and social rights advocacy.
  • Supporting individuals in navigating public agencies including schools, local authorities, health services and youth offending teams.
  • Offering practical services such as letter-reading, translation and signposting to statutory services.

Specialist Prison Work

  • Delivering culturally informed support, conflict-reduction and rehabilitation programmes for Albanian prisoners.
  • Strengthening safety and cohesion in custodial settings through mediation, workshops and pastoral support.
  • Advocating for fair access to services, education and rehabilitation opportunities for Albanian prisoners.

Community Empowerment

  • Enhancing the ability of excluded or disadvantaged community members to participate fully as citizens.
  • Providing tools, skills and opportunities that strengthen independence, confidence and long-term resilience.
  • Supporting community-led responses to crises, including online support and information dissemination during COVID-19.

Values

  1. Community & Belonging
    We create welcoming, connected and supportive environments where individuals and families feel valued, understood and included.

  2. Cultural Pride & Preservation
    We nurture Albanian culture and heritage, ensuring it is celebrated, respected and sustained across generations.

  3. Inclusion & Equality
    We champion fairness, dignity and equal access to opportunities, especially for those experiencing disadvantage or exclusion.

  4. Empowerment
    We strengthen confidence, skills and self-determination so community members can participate fully and shape their own futures.

  5. Safety & Wellbeing
    We promote physical, emotional and social wellbeing, offering safe spaces and compassionate support in both community and custodial settings.

  6. Collaboration & Partnership
    We work closely with families, schools, statutory services, community groups and the criminal justice system to achieve lasting positive change.

  7. Integrity & Accountability
    We uphold high standards of professionalism, transparency and responsibility in everything we do.