Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of Barrington area children and youth in mind, body and spirit.
Vision
BStrong Together is a community coalition that collaborates to provide programs and resources to support students, parents and others in raising happy, healthy, resilient, responsible, adaptable, self-sufficient, and self-aware youth prepared to face the complex world of today and the future.
Values
Wellness
We value the wellness of the whole person. A well individual is prepared to handle the stress and emotions of life. A whole person strives to live a balanced life and to make conscious decisions on how to spend their time.
Healthy Mind
We value a healthy mind. Well individuals continue to grow throughout their lives. Healthy people respect themselves and have a positive sense of self-worth. They are open-minded, curious and resillient.
Healthy Body
We value a healthy body. Healthy individuals practice moderation. A healthy person exercises regularly, eats a balanced diet and has good sleep habits.
Spirit
We value spirit. Spirit is defined by the individual. Spirit can include a connection to something greater than yourself or the non-physical essence of a person.
Healthy Relationships
We value healthy relationships and connections. In healthy relationships, individuals respect each other, value differences and diversity, listen intently, and demonstrate empathy. Community is built on connections among individuals, neighbors, groups and organizations.
Acceptance & Authenticity
We value acceptance and authenticity and strive to honor the uniqueness of each indivdual.
Honesty & Awareness
We value honesty and awareness. Healthy communities, families and individuals recognize the issues we face and create a plan to address them. We realize where we fall short or hide issues. We recognize and discuss complex subjects including mental illness, racism, sexism and gender and sexual minorities.
Wellness Skills
We value wellness skills. Well individuals use good decision-making and stress management skills, as well as healthy coping skills to manage life's challenges and stressors. This includes a responsible use of substances.
Non-Discrimination Policy
BStrong Together does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. BStrong Together is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all staff members, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.
BStrong Together is an equal opportunity employer. BStrong Together will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.