Core Values

Community...build a community where each individual’s uniqueness is respected and valued and where understanding, respect and unity are commonplace

Justice...promote fairness in building a caring and just community where we live, learn, relax and work

Respect...demonstrate an appreciation of the value of ourselves and others through our attitudes and actions

Inclusion...involving everyone through actions which welcome, consider and engage all stakeholders

Collaboration...work with individuals, organizations, businesses and government to increase inclusion and social justice for all

Responsibility...make a personal commitment to act responsibly on behalf of the values and principles of BRIDGES

Integrity...practice the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct to model the integrity we expect from others

Learning...encourage the listening, reason, civility and open dialogue that will facilitate learning and help to create an inclusive community

Celebration...honor our diverse traditions and history by celebrating their richness BRIDGES

Sustainability...a commitment to work toward our mission with thoughtful strategic choices that ensure that our resources are sufficient to bring our goals to fruition