Generation Citizen’s values embody everything
we stand for as an organization
Each aspect of our programming, and each constituency, including staff, students, college Mentors, and teachers, strives to live by these values.They inspire, motivate, humble amennd encourage us each day in our work to expand democratic participation.
1. Generation Citizen values diverse points of view. We believe that the key strength of the United States of America lies in individuals of diverse backgrounds engaging in healthy debates about issues they care about. Generation Citizen is a non-partisan organization that seeks to support and respect the opinions of all individuals, regardless of ideology.
2. Generation Citizen values a comprehensive approach. We believe that it is vital to take a comprehensive approach to understanding all aspects of an issue and the key players involved. Effective decisions that lead to sustainable solutions are found through informed research and thoughtful reflection.
3. Generation Citizen values persistence. We believe that our work is urgent, vast, and difficult, requiring ambitious and lofty goals. Pursuing ambitious goals of reform, growth, and change in our democratic society will be challenging work. This requires sustained and relentless effort from all individuals committed to our cause.
4. Generation Citizen values lifelong learning. As we respect one another, and others who work in the realm of education and action civics, we understand that we do not have all the answers. Our partners, our communities, and our students can teach us valuable lessons. We have accomplished much, but we have even more to learn.
5. Generation Citizen values excellence. We believe in the value and importance of our work. It is critically important that all we do is carried out with excellence and of high quality.