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We agreed in Harzgerode that for us the term group values signifies a set of values, which we thrive to fulfill. It should be a list of commonly shared ideas, which guide our behaviors. On top of that it can serve as a slight control mechanism, to figure out, if what we do or how we act fits in the network we chose to be a part of.

For now, there is no order in the listing of these values.

Collaboration

To work together on projects, which take us closer to the commonly shared vision.
To find people pursuing the same goals and interests, instead of doing everything by ourself.
To make our results accessible and share whatever insight or product is reached.

Mindfulness

To be as aware as possible, be it of our direct surroundings, of other people's perspectives or of the implications of our actions.
To behave in a way, that is thoughtful and considerate.
To gain joy from the smallest things, because we really perceives them.

Openmindedness and tolerance

To be able to accept difference, be it difference in opinion, approach or lifestyle.
To try and stay flexible in our conviction, always knowing that our most basic assumptions could be wrong.
To avoid arrogance and dominance by understanding that diversity is a blessing and not a curse.

Openness and honesty

To be willing to reflect on differing perspectives, as well as productive criticism. (intake)
To be willing to share, what's important to us, without being afraid to put people off. (output)

Self-determination and freedom

To be able to decide on our own, which responsibility to take on.
To see our own freedom dependent on the freedom of others.
To understand that true freedom is not selfish and that independence doesn't exist.

Sustainability and efficiency

To act in a way, that does the least harm possible to the environment.
To aim for our work to be of long-lasting significance.
To make use of processes and technologies, that enable us to require less time and resources to achieve a set goal.

Authenticity

To be ourselves, standing fearless in our own truths.
To understand our own driving forces and to not be ashamed of them.
To align thoughts and actions in a way that makes sense according to our own conviction.

Respect and appreciation

To behave in a way that transports a generally positive attitude towards people, even if we disagree with them.
To give feedback using a tone, that transports the content most productively.
To not hesitate to express appreciation, if felt.

Trust

To expect people to do the best they're capable of.
To trust, that people are good at the core.
To be willing to see unknown people as possible friends rather than threats.

Action

To be active instead of passively waiting for something to happen.
To feel empowered and legitimate in deciding our own plans of action and to not be afraid to get started.
To actualize ideas and make our vision a reality by putting in our own hands' and mind's work.