Our values
Beliefs & Ideals
The key strength of BLOOM365's work to uproot abuse in a generation is our assets based and peer-to-peer approach to prevention and response. At BLOOM365:
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Teens are individuals with capabilities and resources, not just needs.
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Teens can contribute significantly to the delivery services and to achieving positive outcomes.
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Trusted Adult Allies work collaboratively with teens, rather than paternalistically.
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Teen-led and peer influenced social emotional well-being (safety, self-esteem, stability, social connectedness and skill building) and prevention is the solution, not the provision of adult-led programs and services.
The following organizational values drive our policies and practices:
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We respect, value and amplify the experiences, influences and voices of teens.
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We value inclusivity.
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We are non-partisan and apolitical.
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We are supportive, kind and empathetic.
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We are survivor-centered and trauma informed.
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We take initiative- individually and collectively.
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We promote personal growth, development and self-care.
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We encourage healthy and open dialogue.
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We honor our commitments and show up for teens.
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We steward financial support with transparency and integrity.
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We stay in our lane and avoid mission creep.
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We build diverse collaborations to prevent and respond to teen dating violence, sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, cyber-abuse, bullying and human trafficking.
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We honor confidentiality, safety, healing and empowerment.
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We maintain high standards for our staff and community partnerships.
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We appreciate and value our donors, volunteers and supporters.
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We are #bloomers- Bringing Love On Others More, 365 days a year!
Encapsulating these beliefs and ideals is the motto Bring Love On Others More, 365 days a year.
