There is no radical movement towards justice that is not loving.
And, no ability to sustain in doing the work of justice without joy.
When hearts are loving and joyous they are free.
and, a free heart, has no desire to destroy another.
-Dr. Amieris Lavender
Our Values
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Love
bell hooks defined love as:
"the will to extend one's self for the purpose of nurturing one's own or another's spiritual growth"
bell hooks urges us to see that love is an action, not a feeling, and that it is a choice that requires intention and will.
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Joy
Joy is defined as:
“A great feeling of pleasure or happiness”
We know it is in our nature to be joyful. We believe joy is rooted in gratitude. We trust in the power of a grateful joy to bring about change in both ourselves, and thus, the world.
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Liberation
Liberation is defined as:
“The setting free of something or someone”
Though we strive for collective liberation, we understand that freedom, itself, is a personal journey towards a relationship to one’s soul. Liberation is a way of understanding the world. We believe that individuals steeped in love and joy are made more ready to pursue their own liberation. We trust that the liberation of others, makes us all more free
Integrity
We say what we mean, and mean what we say
We encourage you to do the same
Abundance
There is more than enough for all of us.
We reject scarcity in all its forms
The Goal is Clear
Healing in Community
We believe that by building communities of practice and work environments that encourage both professional and personal growth, we can foster a culture of continuous education and expansion.
Rooted in the power of healing in community, our approach centers on thoughtful actions that honor the humanity of others and are conscious of our collective impact. Through a community-driven, action-oriented, and systemic process, we aim to contribute to the meaningful and transformative change we all need.
