Objectives

  • Supporting multicultural groups
  • Building an open and equal forum
  • Supporting a sense of community and belonging
  • Awareness of sustainability in all activities
  • Bringing together different people and communities
  • Cooperating in different networks

Values

We value respect, equality, humanity, acceptance of diversities and justice, which shows in our work in the following ways :

  • We respect everyone’s effort and activities regardless of nationality, age, gender, status, education, ability, orientation, religion and opinions.
  • Despite our diverse backgrounds, we treat each other fairly, equally, with acceptance and respect for difference of opinions.
  • We respect nature and the environment.
  • We work reliably and responsibly.
  • We help each other to reach our goals.
  • We allow ourselves and others to make mistakes.
  • We try to identify our fears and prejudices and discuss them openly.
  • We use our eyes, ears, and understanding when forming views of others.
  • We look for solutions by negotiating together.

Rules

Be aware of your privilege.

In Gloria:

  • we respect everyone
  • we intervene in discrimination, harassment, and inappropriate behaviour
  • it’s okay to make mistakes
  • it’s okay to apologize
  • it’s okay to ask for help
  • we respect other people’s physical and mental well-being
  • everyone is included
  • we value kindness
  • we respect everyone’s bodies as they are

In Gloria:

  • bullying is not accepted
  • we don’t laugh at other people
  • we don’t touch others without permission
  • we don’t discriminate against any group of people
  • we don’t use derogatory language (no generalizations or judging others)
  • we don’t share other people’s private matters with others
  • we don’t accept bad behavior
  • we don’t accept racism
  • we don’t accept ableism (discrimination against disabled individuals)
  • we don’t accept transphobia or homophobia (discrimination based on gender or sexuality)

Together, we all make Gloria a comfortable place.

If you come across any inappropriate behavior, please contact:
Arja Miettinen, +358 40 743 3097
arja.miettinen@gloriajkl.fi