Together we thrive
Maine’s island and coastal communities are stronger when people have meaningful opportunities to participate, contribute knowledge, and shape their futures. At Island Institute, we value the experiences, perspectives, skills, and traditions that strengthen our organization and the coastal communities we serve.
HOW WE SHOW UP
Effective community development starts with listening to the people closest to an issue. We work with colleagues and communities to understand priorities, build on existing strengths, and develop practical solutions together. We commit to:
- Listening and learning, valuing the knowledge of colleagues and communities and creating meaningful opportunities to participate.
- Designing programs and directing resources based on community needs, program goals, and demonstrated impact.
- Building strong partnerships and capacity that strengthen Maine’s coastal communities and expand opportunities for collaboration and learning.
- Practicing fairness, respect, and accessibility in our workplace and community engagement, while learning from our work and improving over time.
