Brightside Child & Family Advocacy

The mission of Brightside Child & Family Advocacy is to provide services to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening and supporting healthy family relationships. We believe in a community where every child is given the opportunity to thrive in a safe and loving home. In all we do, all members of our team embrace and demonstrate behaviors aligned with our Culture and Values, including:

• We are supportive of one another.
• We communicate openly and honestly.
• We value one another.
• We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards.

How We Operate 

• We assume positive intent.
• We take space and make space.
• We speak from our own experience.
• We are conscious of our nonverbal cues.
• We recognize and account for the difference between intent and impact.
• We are respectful of each other’s time and space.
• We ensure confidentiality.
• We share concerns with the whole group and avoid side conversations.
• We listen with an open mind.
• We actively develop conflict resolution skills.