Our Values
Street Health DC operates from a strong framework of values that guide our mission to provide accessible and compassionate medical care. With a steadfast commitment to dignity, empathy, and community empowerment, we strive to improve the health and well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness. Our values drive every action as we work towards a healthier, more inclusive community for all.
How we
show up
Respect
We honor the autonomy, dignity, and lived experience of every person we serve, providing care that is non-judgmental and person-centered.
Compassion
We lead with compassion and humility, recognizing the impact of trauma and striving to create safe, supportive, and trusting relationships.
Trust
We build trust through consistent presence, reliability, and follow-through, knowing that trust is earned over time.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and ethical responsibility in all that we do, centering confidentiality and accountability.
How we
Work
Strength-Based Partnerships
We partner with individuals and communities as experts in their own lives, building on strengths, resilience, and existing assets.
Collaboration
We work alongside community organizations, outreach teams, and systems partners to provide coordinated, effective care.
Accountability
We do what we say we will do, hold ourselves responsible to the people we serve, and continuously reflect on and improve our work.
what we
stand for
Equity
We believe healthcare is a human right and work to dismantle barriers that limit access to care, particularly for those most impacted by structural inequities.
Advocacy
We advocate for policies and practices that advance health justice and address the root causes of poor health and homelessness.
Systems Change
We work toward long-term, structural solutions—recognizing that sustainable health outcomes require changes beyond individual-level care.
Beyond Buzzwords
At Street Health DC, our values aren't just buzzwords. They guide our everyday actions. See us in action below.
