Any Baby Can's Core Values

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Category: News

October 29, 2024

Any Baby Can was founded in 1979 as a trailblazing organization bringing home-based early intervention and parent education to Austin. Over the past 45 years, Any Baby Can has grown with Central Texas, serving tens of thousands of families, bringing stability, strength and guidance. During all these years, Any Baby Can has focused on the child, while knowing that the real change is with the family.

Our core values have been updated as part of our new strategic plan. These values are like a moral compass—they’re the fundamental "code of conduct" that our organization lives by. They are promises we make to each other and our community.

At Any Baby Can, we…

Lead with integrity

We do the right thing, even when it's difficult. We prioritize trust and build strong relationships through open and honest communication, transparency in our actions, and by doing what we say we’ll do. Strong moral principles guide the way we operate, from data to finance to service delivery.

Foster belonging

We are committed to an inclusive organization and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We honor the uniqueness of each individual, creating a space of respect and belonging where everyone feels safe, heard and valued. We strive for compassion, humility and accessibility in everything we do.

Be an Advocate

We advocate for each other and empower others to use their voice. We provide resources, training and support to navigate systems and create positive change. Together, we champion the rights and well-being of children and families.

Nurture curiosity

We encourage exploration, question assumptions, and celebrate the joy of discovery. We measure and evaluate our progress, incorporating strategy, research and proven practices into our work. Learning alongside families and our community, we leverage our combined skills and expertise for continuous growth and improvement.

Build community

We believe in the power of collaboration and connection to build strong communities. We create opportunities to connect, share experiences, and work together towards common goals. We nurture healthy relationships built on trust, respect, and a desire to make our work better, more valuable and more tailored. Our connections and collaborations are necessary to advance the mission of Any Baby Can.

 

This strategic plan is our roadmap to reach more families, serve them better, meet deeper community needs, and offer strategic leadership in our community. And our core values set the foundation for our team to do that. They help clarify our decisions and communication, our staffing and evaluation, and continue to develop the amazing culture we have built.

RELATED RESOURCES

Our staff and board include leaders who are passionate about family well-being, parent education, and child development.

We provide a whole-family approach to creating stability and addressing physical, developmental and emotional well-being.

Our five-year strategic plan focuses on team cohesion, internal systems, advocacy, and expanding community engagement.

THANKS TO OUR MISSION PARTNERS

Investments from our supporters create long-term benefits for thousands of families across Central Texas. Join us in building a community where all families and children thrive.