Mission & vision

The underlying principle, which informs all others, is self-determination. Self-determination theory asserts that human beings are naturally striving, curious, spontaneous, and vital. We are inclined to 1) seek challenges, 2) gravitate toward choice, and 3) adopt behaviors that are prompted, modeled, or valued by others.

In addition to self-determination, Women’s Center associates also:

• are committed to high-quality, financially-accessible service regardless of individual income or insurance status.
• affirm equal access to our services, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, racial/ethnic background, ability, or income level.
• strive for participative decision-making in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
• maintain that gender and racial discrimination and other oppressions; power and economic inequities;  domestic and sexual abuse; and the silencing of women’s voices are still commonly practiced in our society and profoundly impact emotional, economic, and physical health.
• provide opportunities for participants to question, challenge, and make suggestions about social and economic policies that may ultimately impact their lives and the lives of their families.
• bring together people and programs, both inside and outside our agency, to build a continuum of economic and emotional support.
• are committed to be responsible, transparent, and accountable for all of our actions.
• adhere to codes of professional conduct as required by our various disciplines – social work, counseling, and psychology.