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We strive to embody these six core values in our daily work:
We strive to embody these six core values in our daily work:
Dignity - We value the inherent dignity, humanity, self-determination, and worth of all people.
Justice - Many of the challenges we seek to address are a direct result of intersecting systems of oppression, in particular anti-Black racism. We are committed to honoring people’s unique histories, perspectives, and ways of being, and working towards a system in which all people are free.
Innovation - We work to identify the gaps and possibilities in the systems within which we operate and work with our partners to craft innovative solutions. We are not bound by what is—we adapt to changing circumstances and focus on what can be.
Humility - We are always learning and thus making mistakes. We are committed to reflecting on, owning, and learning from our collective experiences.
Power Sharing - We strive to build the capacity of our team and the communities we work with by transferring our collective knowledge, credibility, and power.
Holistic Thinking - We are involved in all aspects of our field, from macro policy to the ground level, and believe that they are deeply connected. We are dedicated to establishing connections to ensure that systems are responsive to the needs of the communities with which we work.
Just as important as what we do is how we do it. Here's our approach to achieving our mission:
Just as important as what we do is how we do it. Here's our approach to achieving our mission:
Build relationships - Relationships are the cornerstone of our work (and lives), and we value them above all else. We build trust and authentic connections with people at every level of our work, especially across lines of power and difference.
Collaborate - We relish opportunities to collaborate with and learn from one another--both our team and those with whom we work. We aim to keep everyone in the loop and reach out when we’re not sure about something, knowing that in doing so we are building our collective knowledge and impact.
Be accountable - Put simply, we do what we say we’re going to do. And when we occasionally fall short, we own that, take corrective action, and do better next time. For us, accountability runs up, down, and sideways.
Focus on the person - At the center of all systems are people, and we strive to never lose sight of that. Whether it’s going off the agenda when a colleague seems like they’re not okay, or making sure someone’s basic needs are met even when it’s a little outside of our scope, we adapt to the needs of the person at the center of it all and offer each other empathy and grace.
Engage in direct service - Every Jaydot team member spends valuable time on the ground. We work hard to witness and understand the realities that our clients—and staff—face every day so we can most effectively address them.
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