Values
In the carrying out of that work, a strong sense of values has evolved. Some of these are:
1. Inclusion: Our activities are open to all men regardless of race, colour, religion or sexual orientation.
2. Politics and Religion. We do not sponsor any particular religious organisation or political parties. We acknowledge the importance of spiritual values and the mystical aspects of life and invite all of those to participate, providing they do not provoke harm or discrimination.
3. Authenticity: We encourage men to speak from the heart as well as the head, and to speak of their lived experience, thoughts and feelings. In shorthand, we talk about “I” statements not “you” statements.
4. Responsibility and Accountability: We encourage men to be responsible for their choices and not blame others. We also hold them accountable for their choices.
5. Non Judgement: We encourage men to listen to others and not judge them. Our job is to provide a safe place for men to learn about expressing their inner world, which necessitates nonjudgmental listening.
6. Violence and Abuse: We do not support violence or any form of abuse, including sexual abuse or bullying under any circumstance. We will provide as much support as we can for men to develop peaceful and nonviolent forms of relating.
7. Generosity, gratitude and kindness: We encourage men to see the value for themselves and those they relate to by cultivating generosity, gratitude and kindness.