Ethical Travel and Engagement

Treat partners fairly and equitably and pay vendors and speakers fair wages
Work directly with locals/local economy and encourage participants to purchase local goods
Show sensitivity to local customs and cultural norms and seek consistent input from local people

Maintain the safety, health, and wellbeing of our participants by:

Putting risk management strategies and support systems in place
Maintaining a high staff-to-participant ratio
Preparing and equipping staff with deep knowledge of the regions and connecting them with local contacts, partners, and security experts

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Ensure that core staff members as well as all travel guides receive training in DEI practices
Regularly solicit feedback from DEI partners on our programs and seek ways to further incorporate DEI best practices
Embrace the diversity of participants and commit to providing appropriate support in the different travel environments (eg. religious practices, dietary needs, etc.)

Environmental consciousness

Partner with environmental organizations promoting regenerative practices not only to offset our carbon footprint but to contribute to broader environmental efforts and awareness
Limit waste, overconsumption and unnecessary travel
Attempt to buy local goods and support sustainable practices

Continued learning and growth

We are a learning and growth oriented organization committed to continuous improvement in all dimensions of our work through the use of rigorous evaluative learning processes