Our Values
We believe that the future of Breakthrough Cincinnati is bright. Therefore, we bring positivity, energy, enthusiasm, and joy to our work and regularly celebrate success. We take great pride in our values at Breakthrough Cincinnati and endeavor to incorporate them in all that we say and do. Our core values are:
● Equitable Opportunities: We intentionally create equitable opportunities for all identities while addressing educational inequity through our enrichment programs.
● Excellence: We aim high and stretch ourselves. We are ambitious, always striving for excellence. Therefore, we routinely review and reflect on our work to increase our effectiveness and impact.
● Lifelong Learning: We embrace curiosity and embody lifelong learning, both professionally and personally. We ask and welcome questions, and continually seek knowledge and understanding.
● Student-Centeredness: Students are at the center of all our thinking, decisions, and efforts. We seek to support, nurture, and transform each student, while enhancing their sense of self and agency.
● Collaboration: We work together as a high-functioning team to accomplish our objectives and goals. We are generous with our attention, time, and talents in our service.
OUR RACIAL EQUITY STATEMENT
We at Breakthrough Cincinnati (BTC) recognize and acknowledge the presence of racism in our society, permeating all aspects of our lives and disproportionately impacting communities of color. We condemn racism in all its manifestations and will strive to advance racial equity and justice in our practices, policies, and actions. To this end, we at BTC commit to:
● Constantly examine ourselves to become more aware of implicit bias, racist expressions and actions, and racial stereotypes;
● Continually equip ourselves with the knowledge and tools to ensure equity and inclusion in our daily operations;
● Practice active listening to hear the voices, experiences, and needs of marginalized individuals and communities within our reach and keep them at the center of our decision-making; and
● Continue to ensure BTC staff and board members are representative of the community we serve and committed to racial equity and justice.
Aspiration
We energize underrepresented aspirational students to enter college with confidence. They are taught and nurtured by service-minded young adults and encouraging families. Our safe and inspiring space activates this transformational community to advance education, equity, and economic mobility in the tri-state.
