why
vision
advancing prosperity by fostering cultures of sustainable innovation
with the recognition of the essential oneness of all the peoples of this planet
principles
we are guided by the following
the recognition of an infinitely larger non-material reality, or higher power, that we may call God, the creator, spirit, the universe, nature or other words that express this presence, and may be mystical in nature, which cannot be contained by words or intellect, or our physical senses, yet maybe expressed and felt through all manners of the arts, meditation, reflection and prayer
the recognition of the essential oneness of all the people on this planet
collaboration through consultation, as a means for truth-seeking and decision making
values
while also manifesting as ethics, integrity, morals, or virtues, we value the following CharacterYAQ qualities -
creativity, expressed through the arts and human innovation
excellence, in aspiring to surpass the best that we can be
humility, as we collectively learn throughout our quest
justice, learn through collective consultation and wisdom
reflection, through meditation and mindfulness
service, as all work done in the spirit of service
trust, in the best intentions of the journey and each other
truthfulness, that comes from authenticity to ourselves and each other
unity, in harmony with our means and ends
mission
to create and wisely apply relevant emerging conceptual frameworks and tools to realize our vision, with clarity, coherence and cohesion with our principles and values