YOTF Core Values
What we believe. How we lead.
At YOTF, our values are more than words — they are the foundation of who we are and how we serve.
Every project we launch, every person we support, every decision we make is guided by six core principles. These values reflect our deep commitment to humanity, accountability, and real, lasting impact. They apply equally to our teams, our volunteers, and our global partners — and we invite you to live them with us.
Compassion first
We lead with empathy, humanity, and care.
Compassion drives every part of our work — from local outreach to global aid. We meet people where they are, listen without judgment, and act with heart. In difficult moments, we show up. In every moment, we care deeply.
At YOTF, compassion means:
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Always seeing the human behind the hardship
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Providing support that respects people’s stories
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Treating others as we would want to be treated
Dignity for all
Every life is equal. Every voice matters.
Every person deserves to be treated with respect, regardless of their background, beliefs, or circumstances. Our work is rooted in protecting the inherent value of all people, especially those most often overlooked.
At YOTF, dignity means:
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Serving with respect and without bias
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Elevating voices from marginalized communities
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Standing against injustice, discrimination, and hate
Integrity in every step
We do what’s right — even when it’s hard.
Integrity is not optional. It’s who we are. We are honest, transparent, and accountable in all that we do — from funding to fieldwork. We earn trust by staying true to our values, and we hold ourselves to the highest standards.
At YOTF, integrity means:
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Operating transparently and ethically
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Taking responsibility for our actions
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Keeping our promises to those we serve and support
Trust through collaboration
Together, we go further.
We build trust through openness, shared purpose, and meaningful partnership. Whether with local communities, global partners, or our volunteers, we believe in collaboration that empowers everyone involved.
At YOTF, trust means:
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Listening first and leading together
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Sharing knowledge, resources, and credit
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Showing up with consistency and care
Accountability in action
We don’t wait for change — we create it.
In times of crisis and calm, we take action with purpose. We don’t look away. We respond with urgency, clarity, and compassion. Our responsibility is to the people we serve, and to the future we’re building together.
At YOTF, responsibility means:
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Acting when it counts — and with meaning
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Staying flexible and focused
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Being answerable to the communities that trust us
Committed to sustainability
We serve today — and build for tomorrow.
We believe in long-term impact. That means protecting both people and planet through our choices. From eco-conscious aid delivery to local empowerment, our work is built to last.
At YOTF, sustainability means:
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Minimizing harm and maximizing impact
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Empowering communities, not creating dependency
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Thinking ahead — always
Our values are not ambitions — they are our standard.
We live by action, not words. Every project, every partnership, and every helping hand reflects the principles we stand for. These values guide how we serve, how we lead, and how we build trust with the people who count on us.
Because when compassion leads and dignity is at the heart of all we do — change doesn’t just happen.
We make it happen, together.
Our vision for the future
A world where no child is forgotten.
We believe in a future where every child, youth, and family—no matter their background, displacement, or hardship—has the chance to grow up safe, supported, and seen.
A future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and care-driven action. This vision guides every step we take—from emergency relief to long-term rebuilding. Because real change begins when we believe in what’s possible.
