Guiding Principles
CLN believes that:
- Shelter is a basic human right.
- People experiencing homelessness represent all cultural groups and walks of life and deserve to be treated with respect as individuals.
- Children experiencing homelessness deserve access to high quality early childhood development.
CLN is committed to:
- Participation in community advocacy activities that promote social responsibility for ending homelessness.
- Leadership in the development and implementation of services that address the needs of children experiencing homelessness and their families.
- Providing opportunities for each individual we serve to develop self advocacy skills and strong interdependence.
- Providing each child experiencing homelessness with access to high quality early childhood development which addresses their needs.
- Providing services ethically and efficiently.
- Understanding and demonstrating sensitivity to the beliefs and traditions of the communities/people we serve.
- Achieving cultural competency.
- Providing quality services.
- Providing continuing education, skill development and advancement opportunities for employees.
CLN acknowledges:
- That volunteers, clients, staff and the community are the cornerstones upon which our service is built.
- The skills and knowledge of the staff and their contributions to quality service delivery.
