We value transparency
We are kind and we are straightforward.
We will explain the problems that we see, the likely reasons why it is impacting your community, recommendations to help you move forward, provide assistance navigating potential drawbacks or roadblocks and help you advocate for the outcomes you are seeking.
We value perspective
We are not the end-all and be-all arbiters or gifters of knowledge.
We recognize and honor that all participants in our work hold valuable knowledge that may not be recognized by current systems.
We support all participants to vocalize, share and impart their knowledge with others to build stronger community relationships and improve long-term, sustainable environmental outcomes.
We value evidence-based solutions led by community practices and values
The scientific method is an invaluable tool to empirically navigate data and outcomes.
However, it is not infallible or free from bias.
We utilize flexible multi-modal methodologies to ensure we can offer culturally and ecologically-sound solutions for your community.
We value consent
For all communities and clients, we explain and follow “Free, Prior and Informed Consent” protocols and best management practices to provide professional recommendations.
We value all partnerships
Our skill set has been curated to thrive in the context of many relationships.
We work with our partners, whether clients, participants, or other community members individually and collectively.
We refer out, connect others to opportunities and do not gatekeep the growth or development of others for our own or others’ benefit.
We value Land Back
We support, advocate and defer leadership to Indigenous communities near and far to guide our professional practice.
We utilize decolonization strategies and resources to become better neighbors to all beings.
We value self-determination
We do not judge, prescribe, manipulate, control or use shame to influence decisions.
We are here to empower you and provide professional recommendations that are tailored to your needs.
We value all the benefits of plants
Plants offer innumerable benefits that affect our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.
We have learned many skills and techniques over the years to help you build plant-people relationships that already exist within you and your community.
We value time & expertise
We don’t rush and we understand our scope of practice.
We will never recommend an outcome that doesn’t prioritize the health of the land we work with, the safety of our clients or ourselves.
We value the learning process
We use open-ended questions, the Socratic method, storytelling techniques, hands-on workshops and more to empower our clients.
We offer ourselves as educators, community members, students and relatives to provide pathways that benefit you.
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