Mission, Beliefs and Values

Our mission

The Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Network is a non-profit, grassroots organization that brings people, services and research together to end the nightmare of child sexual abuse. This will be accomplished by gaining a better understanding of the issues as well as through prevention and the support of victims and survivors.

Our beliefs

At the Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Network, we believe our success is tied directly to our ability to see beyond ourselves and our personal agendas and hold high our belief that the protection of children is paramount. Further, we believe

everyone has the right to a childhood free of sexual abuse;
there is no shame in being a victim of sexual abuse;
the victims and survivors of child sexual abuse have the right to be heard;
ending child sexual abuse will happen only through a multifaceted, multidisciplinary, multi-partnered approach that includes public awareness programs, education, improved legislation and aggressive enforcement of current laws by the justice system; and
perpetrators of child sexual abuse must be held accountable for their actions.

Our values

We are dedicated to

Improving our communities

Dedicating ourselves to a common good and public benefit
Working to improve social conditions
Filling gaps left by private and public enterprise
Building social fabric by connecting groups and communities

Ethics and integrity

Adhering to the highest standards of operations and accountability
Being results-oriented
Forging a solid link between our beliefs and our actions
Earning and protecting the public’s trust
Providing excellence in the stewardship of public and private resources
Operating with authenticity

Serving others

Being compassionate and sincere in our understanding of others
Honouring trust and giving selflessly
Being altruistic for social benefit
Acting upon our passion to serve
Supporting those in need
Improving the lives of individuals and families

Being a catalyst for change and innovation

Advocating for positive change
Acting as a voice of sexually abused children
Being mission- and issue-driven
Raising awareness of important issues
Seeking systemic and legislative solutions
Developing new approaches and programs

Acting as sustainers of hope

Acting as a model for those who need services
Believing in the vision of a better world
Creating a future with hope, joy and prosperity
Elevating the spirit of humanity
Acting as a caretaker for future generations

Showing respect for individuals and groups

Assisting in the growth and empowerment of individuals
Treating others with respect and dignity
Building relationships among people
Valuing each individual
Listening to others
Embracing diversity