We recognize that in order to transform the world we live in, we need to transform ourselves and the spaces we are part of. That is why we are committed to working internally to transform the ways we relate with each other at work and outside. We are working to:
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Build a space and culture where our processes of coming to agreements are flexible and responsive to the internal and external needs of the movement and organization.
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Guide actions through collective commitment and belief in the vision and goals (rather than coercion and rules) of ending war, militarism and violence; of supporting the communities we serve (the shoulders we stand on); and of honoring the role of the organization(s)/team(s) we are part of.
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Build a culture where the team feels supported, nurtured, inspired and uplifted by belonging to an equitable and participatory work/living space rather than by rules/benefits/etc.
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Create clear processes for collective agreements that ensure that everyone’s perspective, voice, and need is heard, communicated, and included.
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Build avenues and create spaces for working through disagreements, voicing concerns, and transforming for peace and justice.
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Build avenues and rooms for each of us to feel committed and dedicated to our goals.
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Team vs. silos. Create spaces and the time to communicate more among each others so that we are more inclusive, supportive and coordinated. Create spaces where love, relationships and connection happens- get to know each other well.
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Build each other up, rather than shame (encourage being vulnerable in a place where we will be supported), including people from outside the organization. Expressing differences in a supportive way that can lead to inclusion.
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Care for one another and self-care.
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Challenge the status quo of institutions, non-profit structures, capitalist thinking, relationships, working models.
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Decolonize our minds and our hearts -- actions show the values we have and proposing solutions and practices --- be it and create the paths forward.
- Transmit our vision externally through internal work.
Comments and/or ideas? Email us at [email protected]