We are committed to creating brave space, not what is often called safe space. We like this Invitation to Brave Space, from Micky ScottBey Jones of Faith Matters Network.

We take care of ourselves and each other. We do what we need to stay present, grounded, and focused—and extend that support and care for the whole group.

We are self-reflective and rigorous. We know the work isn’t done in three hour-long Zoom sessions. We commit to ongoing reflection, curiosity, and work between and after our meetings.

We practice understanding how our lives and issues are connected. We work to ensure everyone is and feels welcome in our space, regardless of race, gender, sexual identity, age, class, status, and ability. We oppose discrimination, and bigotry of any kind.

We pay attention to how we use our voice and space so everyone can have a voice.

We honor different learning styles and experience. This is not a classroom; there are no prizes for being “first” or “best.”

We commit to moving ideas and principles into action. We are practitioners, not perfectionists.