OUR VALUES
Addressing Oppression – We understand that our country the US (and other countries) have perpetrated centuries of slavery, racism and oppression creating inhumane and unjust systems, including the food system which is built on exploitation and institutional brutality, with life and death impacts everyday. DAISA understands both the urgency to make a difference, and the necessary dedication to long-term work and embedded, multifaceted approaches to change centuries-old systems. Belief in Community Leadership – We have the utmost respect for and belief in IMPACTED people and leaders working to make their communities and the world cleaner, healthier, and more equitable. Appreciation and Dedication - We are privileged to do this work and are committed to doing it in humility and with great diligence and appreciation for one another. Our hearts are in this work; we are passionate, thoughtful and take pride in our work. We greatly appreciate our clients and enterprises, the chance to strive for positive visions for the future. Inquiry and Growth – The challenges faced by our clients and enterprises will not be solved by existing solutions or our current knowledge, but require new thinking and ideas. We are a learning organization asking questions and listening until we understand, trying new things, gathering feedback from clients, each other and stakeholders and continuously improving. We embrace diverse opinions, perspectives and even conflict as an opportunity for learning. Entrepreneurial Drive – We work with a real passion to address difficult, complex problems. We believe that taking risks, learning from mistakes and innovating is critical to developing practical and tailored solutions for our clients and their communities. We seek to create sustained value and mutual benefit for clients, partners, and employees. We drive to make a difference. Inclusivity - We will engage with clients and stakeholders by using clear processes, communicating in an open manner, proactively making sure that the people affected by our decisions are part of them. Diverse perspectives and backgrounds make our team and work stronger and more innovative, we seek collaboration opportunities. Joy - While the challenges of this work are daunting, we will approach them with a sense of humor, fun, creativity, and compassion because we are grateful for the great opportunity to work together to make a difference. |
