Our values

Encapsulating our beliefs and ideals is the motto Bring Love On Others More, 365 days a year.

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.

• We value inclusivity.

• We are non-partisan.

• We are supportive, kind and empathetic.

• We are survivor-centered, trauma informed and healing centered.

• We take initiative, individually and collectively.

• We promote personal growth, development and self-care.

• We encourage healthy and open dialogue.

• We honor our commitments.

• We steward financial support with transparency and integrity.

• We stay in our lane and avoid mission creep.

• We build diverse collaborations to uproot oppression and promote intersectionality.

• We honor confidentiality and safety.

• We maintain high standards for our staff and community partnerships.

• We appreciate and value our donors, volunteers and supporters.

• We are #bloomers, Bringing Love On Others More, 365 days a year!