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MISSION
To improve the lives & health of those affected by HIV/AIDS while preventing transmission through education & testing.
VISION
To be the most effective HIV/AIDS resource to all people in the ALFA service area.
VALUES
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Confidentiality
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We value complete confidentiality for services rendered.
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Respect
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We value respect by requiring our employees and volunteers to treat each person they encounter (employee, volunteer, client, consumer or stranger) in a caring and respectful manner, sensitive to individual differences, and cultural and ethnic diversity.
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Service
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We value service by providing support in order to enhance the quality of life of our clients.
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Community
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We value community by encouraging active participation and communication within the agency, as well as with our clients and the community through different social and educational events.
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Awareness
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We help develop and enhance our staff’s, clients, and community’s knowledge and skills to help prevent the spread of HIV / AIDS and to lessen the stigma and discrimination associated with those affected by HIV / AIDS.
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Compassion
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We are compassionate towards our clients, their families, and those we test.
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Integrity
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We are continually aware of our agency’s mission, values, ethical principles, and ethical standards, and we practice in a manner consistent with them.
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Excellence
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We demand excellence in our services and our relationships.
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Innovation
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We continually strive to improve the services we offer and the means to deliver them.
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Leadership
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We will be recognized as the leader in HIV/AIDS prevention, outreach, and client services throughout our region.
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Diversity
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We will strive to represent and reflect the diverse nature of our clients and service area through diversity on our board and staff.
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PURPOSE
Provide client services; community outreach; prevention education; HIV counseling, testing, and referral; and volunteer opportunities to the community.
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