All Neighbourhood Centres share some common principles and philosophies about their purpose or role. 

These come under three broad categories:

• Affirmative action towards disadvantaged people and groups
• Local participation and control
• Community development role

SNC is a not-for-profit organisation which is governed by a board of directors. The board is responsible for establishing organisational direction, providing oversight of the organisation and ensure there is adequate resources to fulfil the organisation’s mission.