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The Superhero Code

Superheroes uphold certain values in service of a vision for a world that is safe, kind, and fair.

In pursuit of this vision, we commit to these principles.

  1. Value 1: Responsibility

    I will have the power or privilege I currently have to make a difference. It is my responsibility to do it.

  2. Value 2: Protection

    I will use my resources to create safe emotional and physical spaces for others. I will take accountability and find a rectifying action if harm is caused by myself or others.

  3. Value 3: Self-Sacrifice

    I am willing to put other peoples’ needs over my self-interest for the greater good of the community or the mission I’m in service of, with boundaries for meeting my own needs in healthy and productive ways.

  4. Value 4: Courage

    Even when I’m scared or am out of my comfort zone, I will not avoid challenges, I will confront issues.

  5. Value 5: Resilience

    Sometimes, I will face unexpected challenges and difficulties. I will find ways to move through these experiences and note the lessons from these moments. I will always get back up and persevere.

  6. Value 6: Empathy

    I will always try to understand other points of view, even if I do not agree with them, and I will challenge views that are biased or harmful to the humanity and rights of myself or others.

  7. Value 7: Compassion

    I will always see the humanity in others and care about their well-being.

  8. Value 8: Vulnerability

    My greatest source of strength comes from allowing myself to connect with those I trust by sharing my life experiences, successes, failures, feelings, and inner thoughts.

  9. Value 9: Honesty

    Honesty is the basis of trust, and in order to help others, I must first establish trust. I will not lie, I will speak only what I know to be true.

  10. Value 10: Action

    In order to create real change, especially in service of these other commitments, I must take action to move beyond words and ideas.