Core Values
Our work is grounded in four core values: Equity, Sustainability, Local Knowledge, and Diverse Economy.
EQUITY
All New York City residents deserve access to affordable housing, open space, well-paying jobs, and a transportation system that greets them where they live and takes them where they need to go.
SUSTAINABILITY
We envision strong resilient neighborhoods characterized by healthy homes, clean air, an efficient built environment, and locally-made goods.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Residents are the best experts to consult when it comes to their communities’ needs, challenges, and opportunities. Our on the ground partnership with community groups informs our policy work, and our policy platforms mirror community needs.
DIVERSE ECONOMY
Local economies should have inclusive pathways to prosperity with a broad variety of opportunities for people to secure their livelihood.