Our Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles

Vision:

a community where all residents have an opportunity for health.

Mission:

to work collaboratively to improve access to healthcare & create a healthier Aurora, with a focus on the most vulnerable & underserved.

Guiding Principles:

• Serve as a catalyst, coalition-builder, and impartial convener.
• Build and nurture collaboration in understanding and in seeking solutions to Aurora’s healthcare problems.
• Commit to an inclusive, productive, and respectful approach to community discussions and problem-solving; one that focuses on solutions, not blame.
• Seek to engage and listen to those directly affected by community health issues.
• Offer multiple ways to engage in what we do, so that more people, communities, and organizations can participate.
• Identify, promote, and build upon what is already working well.
• Strengthen Aurora’s capacity by supporting new and emerging professionals, providers, activists, and leaders.
• Acknowledge contributions and celebrate successes.