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OUR MISSION
The mission of the Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative is to act as a catalyst to develop, nurture and sustain partnerships of residents, agencies, and institutions in the Southeast community and to create a healthy socioeconomic environment through which every child and family has an opportunity to achieve their maximum potential and to lead a productive life.
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PHILOSOPHY &
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The philosophy and guiding principles of the FSFSC are expressed through the following beliefs:
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Healthy families are key to the success of our children and they must have the necessary tools to provide their children with safety and well-being.
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Neighborhoods and communities have the responsibility to support family well-being so that children are nurtured and prepared for responsible adulthood.
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Collaboratives are community-based, neighborhood-owned service delivery models that respect and cherish the integrity of families and tap into the resources of their neighborhoods for socially responsible action.
OUR VISION
FSFSC envisions a community where:
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Children have healthy relationships with their parents
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Parents are capable, financially and emotionally, of taking care of their children
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There are affordable, accessible, and quality resources, e.g. health care, counseling, housing, children, etc.
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There is employment and other requirements for a stable family
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Our students can compete on or above par with students from anywhere
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There is low or no violence
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Churches are the center of culture, social development, and cohesiveness for families
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Elderly are respected and included and intergenerational relationships are fostered
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There are positive images and messages
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Police and residents work for peace and tranquility
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Businesses enhance and keep their assets in the community
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