MYCJ’s Community Agreements

A note: These community agreements are a living, collaborative effort made by members of MYCJ. MYCJ’s members represent many different cultures, perspectives, & organizations. These agreements unite us as we fight for intersectional systemic change & an equitable and just society for all. We hope that each member will bring these values back to their respective organizations & communities in order to further collective wellbeing & climate justice. 

Staying true to these agreements is a constant process. MYCJ is constantly evolving & so are the following agreements. Your feedback & suggestions are always welcome: please use this google form to submit your input.

MYCJ’s Community Agreements were created through a collaborative process & are not designed to be reused. If you’d like to design a set of community agreements, we highly recommend you commit to this long & fruitful internal process with your organization!

We center:

• Climate Justice 

• Youth voices

• Collective action & growth

• Collaboration 

• Just process 

We value:

• Good faith and learning from our mistakes

• Being mindful of impact and individual privileges 

• Empathetic and honest communication

• Mindful discourse and questioning

• Listening, stepping up, and stepping back

• Accountability and adaptability 

• Each other’s unique stories and experiences 

• Transparent and consensus-based decision making

• Checking in and asking for help

• Respecting boundaries and preventing burnout

• Being active accomplices, not performative allies

• Supporting other movements for intentional systemic change