Mutual respect, we recognize each person's innate worth and the value of diversity.

Equity and justice, requiring us to work to ensure equal opportunity for every person, irrespective of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, HIV status, color, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion.

Honesty and transparency, to be accountable at all levels to ensure the effectiveness of our actions and open in our communications with others.

Solidarity with the marginalized,powerless and excluded to assist them to be included in the mainstream.

Courage and confidence, requiring us to be creative and radical, bold and innovative in pursuit of making the greatest possible impact on the root causes of poverty.