Our Guiding Principles are the values we have agreed upon to guide our program of work. These principles rest on the pillar that we will focus our efforts on solutions that bring us together rather than divide us. We believe there are many ways to solve problems and finding those solutions together will create the type of Bold steps and changes that need to be made in order to create one of the best places for girls, women and their families to live and work.
Education & Personal Responsibility
We will focus our efforts on teaching women and girls how to help themselves because we believe it’s up to each of us to accept responsibility for our own lives. When we help others learn how to help themselves, we make our families, neighborhoods and community a better place for all.
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Enduring Commitment
We will make the long-term investments needed to address the issues facing women and girls.
Positive Focus
We will focus on what works rather than focusing on social deficits, and we believe in our community’s abundant resources and spirit of giving.
Inclusion
We will involve people (both boys/men and girls/women) from diverse backgrounds to make a positive difference in our community.
Innovative Solutions
We will have the courage to be open to new and creative ideas in order to expand and accelerate the positive impact on the lives of women and girls.
Community Collaboration
We will optimize community resources by developing partnerships to achieve our common goals.
Expertise
We will make informed decisions and create outcome driven strategies using the most current research and experience available.
Women’s Voice
We will strive to ensure that women and girls are heard and are involved in creating their own successful solutions.
Capitalize on Our Differences
We will capitalize on the uniqueness among women and between women and men in creating solutions.
Integrity and Excellence
We will use the highest standards in managing and directing our resources, our relationships with one another, and our program of work.
