Values
Who we are
Alaska Common Ground is a membership supported, non-profit, non-partisan, tax-deductible organization that focuses on Alaska’s public policy issues.
Our mission is to collect and distribute information about Alaskan issues and problems, facilitate discussion, and to develop public policy, knowledge, and understanding among Alaskans. We do this through forums, reports, group dialogue, and media.
There is great strength when people come together to talk and listen to each other. We facilitate dialogue to develop areas of agreement and promote positive relationships among all segments of our society.
We strive to build understanding in order to work toward building a consensus among people who hold diverse points of view while respecting differences in opinion. Through this process, we can engage more Alaskans in the process of making better decisions for Alaska.
Values
- A conviction that informed and engaged community members are essential to a democratic society.
- An appreciation of Alaska’s social, cultural, and political diversity
- A commitment to a just society and a sustainable and vibrant democracy.
- Keeping it fun! We value positivity and humor that helps reach across social boundaries and bring people together.
What We Do to Further Our Vision, Mission and Values
- public forums on policy issues of public concern;
- group dialogue on issues of community interest;
- panel discussions and debates on public policy and electoral choices; and
- reports, recommendations and media presentations on public policy topics.
Our organization firmly believes that an engaged democracy thrives when Alaskans from all backgrounds are informed and empowered to make their own decisions on public policy issues. ACG’s commitment to a just society and sustainable democracy is rooted in our appreciation for the unique perspectives that each Alaskan brings to the table. Whether through our membership or our Board of Directors, we actively promote respect for diversity, and wish to foster an inclusive environment. We recognize that this is critically important within our organization’s leadership, and as such we encourage all voices to join us to shape the future of our state.