Governing document HOME-START HERTFORDSHIRE
Governing document
It is not the full text of the charity's governing document.
MEMORANDUM AND ARTICLES INCORPORATED 21 NOV 2012 as amended on 09 Dec 2022 as amended on 28 Nov 2025 as amended on 17 Dec 2025
Charitable objects
The Charity is established for the public benefit, principally within Hertfordshire, for the following purposes: A. To promote the preservation of good mental and physical health among children, parents, carers, families, and individuals whose wellbeing affects or is affected by family or community life, in particular by enabling and empowering those experiencing mental or physical health challenges, parenting difficulties or family stress to live with, manage and recover from their condition or circumstances. B. To safeguard, protect and preserve the welfare of children and to prevent cruelty, abuse, maltreatment or neglect. C. To relieve the needs of people experiencing mental and physical health problems, and the needs of children and families affected by illness, disability, poverty or social disadvantage, including by providing emotional support, practical assistance, early intervention services, advocacy, signposting and community-based support. D. To advance the education of the public within the area of Hertfordshire in: (a) mental health, mental health conditions, and their impact on early childhood development; (b) the needs of children, parents and carers; and (c) good practice in child care, parenting, and family wellbeing; including by gathering and disseminating information, raising awareness, promoting understanding, and challenging stigma and discrimination.