Ourvalues

What we stand for, and what it looks like in practice.

Six values guide every session we run, every partner we work with and every decision young people make here.

Values only matter if they change what we do. Here are ours, and what they look like in practice.

Youth-led
Young people lead here, and they own the results.
In practice: Our programs are planned, run and reviewed by young people, with mentors alongside them.
Everyone belongs
Every nationality, background and ability has a place.
In practice: Sessions are open to refugee and host community youth, and we mix groups on purpose.
Peace through understanding
We settle differences by listening first.
In practice: We use open dialogue and Nonviolent Communication, not blame, to work through disagreement.
Creativity
Creative thinking is how we solve problems.
In practice: We turn ideas into projects, performances and stories that the community can see.
Learning by doing
Skills grow fastest when people practise.
In practice: Hands-on sessions, real projects and honest, friendly feedback.
Built to last
We build local strength that outlasts any single project.
In practice: We train people from the community to lead, and we are open with partners about what works and what does not.

How we hold ourselves to them

A value we do not check is only a slogan. These are our checks.

Ask young people first
Before we start something new, we ask the young people it is for.
Share what we learn
We tell partners and the community what worked, and what did not.
Listen and change
If we fall short of these values, we want to know, and we will act on it.

Think we are missing the mark? Tell us.

Volunteer, partner with us, or help sustain the work. There is a place here for anyone who shares what we stand for.