Our Values

Through Build and Educate, we work alongside African and Caribbean communities to shape disability services that honour culture, strengthen local capacity, and make learning truly inclusive.
We partner with grassroots organizations, families and caregivers to remove barriers, create fair access, and celebrate diverse ways of knowing.

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Rooted in Culture, Raised in Community

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Community-Centered Collaboration

Building meaningful partnerships between the DS sector and grassroots organizations that reflect and understand the lived realities of African and Caribbean communities.

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Culturally-Driven Tools

Establishing systems and strategies that address inequities in access and ensure inclusive, culturally relevant supports.

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Capacity Building

Strengthening the ability of community organizations and families to access, deliver, and navigate services effectively.

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Working Together with Community

We believe in teaming up with local groups and families who know and care about their communities best.

Fair Access for Everyone

We want to make sure services are fair and available to all families, no matter their background.

Helping Communities Grow Stronger

We support local groups and families so they can better help themselves and others.

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Learning that Makes Room for Every Culture

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Culturally Responsive Learning

Designing and delivering educational content that honours the identities, traditions, and values of Black, Caribbean, and African communities.

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Empowerment Through Knowledge

Equipping caregivers and families with the tools and confidence to advocate for their loved ones effectively.

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Decolonizing Knowledge Sharing

Challenging Eurocentric assumptions in developmental services training and promoting diverse ways of knowing and understanding.

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Honouring Culture in Accessible Learning and Living

We teach in ways that reflect and respect people’s cultures and lived experiences.

Sharing Knowledge to Build Confidence

We help families feel confident by giving them the right information to support their loved ones.

Honouring Different Ways of Knowing

We value the wisdom that comes from different cultures, not just what’s in textbooks.