Mission & Vision

Mission Statement

We cultivate common ground and help people resolve conflict in our diverse communities through mediation, facilitation and training: Services that Encourage Effective Dialogue and Solutions.

Vision Statement

We see conflict as an opportunity for positive growth and transformation in our society. We envision a future in which all individuals and communities have the skills and capacity to engage in effective dialogue and promote peaceful resolution of issues and conflicts.

Statement of Core Values

Access for All: Keeping our services affordable and available to all regardless of ability to pay.
Volunteerism: Integrating the skills, energy, and talents of community volunteers at all levels of the organization and program services.
Diversity and Inclusion: Ensuring that our staff, board, and volunteers reflect the diverse communities we serve. Developing appropriate programs, models, and competencies that help bridge cross-cultural and other differences.
Fostering Learning and Growth: Creating opportunities and an environment where everyone can share, nurture, and disseminate the skills, concepts, and practices necessary to promote effective dialogue and solutions.
Collaboration: Creating teams and collaborative partnerships both within the organization and in the wider communities we serve to cross-pollinate ideas and experiences, and leverage limited resources to carry out our mission and vision.