We strive:

• To develop relationships with families based on equality, trust and respect.
• To enhance a family's capacity to support growth and development of all family members.
• To support families in their role as resources to their own members, other families, schools and communities.
• To respect and support families' cultural, racial, and linguistic identities.
• To work with families in their communities and contribute to the community-building process.
• To advocate with families for services and systems that are fair, responsive, and accountable to the families served.
• To work with families in accessing formal and informal supports that build on families' strengths.
• To provide programs that are flexible and responsive to family and community needs.
• To respect and maintain confidentiality of information families share with us.