Our Mission & Values
The ministry of the York Street Project is a weaving of innovative programs which provide an environment to shelter, feed, educate and promote the healing of persons in need, especially women, children, and their families.
Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, the York Street Project expresses in direct service to the poor the religious congregation’s commitment to peace through justice. The project begins a second century of loving ministry of the sisters and their collaborators who work with the poor and oppressed in Jersey City.
The York Street Project Board of Trustees, leadership, and staff have been looking to the future by engaging in the development of a new Strategic Plan. The goal is to move the organization forward related to both the services we provide and our employees that carry out our mission. During the strategic planning process, it was important to highlight what we value and identify how we can have the greatest impact on the people we serve
VALUES
DEFINITIONS
COMPASSIONATE CARE
We extend care, embracing individuals needs, and build a peaceful place so all may thrive.
COLLABORATION
We rely on the willingness of others to seek communication, innovation, and wisdom. We can accomplish more together than we can ever accomplish alone.
RESPECT FOR HUMAN DIGNTITY
We recognize the value of each and every individual we encounter no matter their situation in life.
RESPOND TO SIGNS OF THE TIMES
With flexibility we seek to engage best practices to meet the evolving needs of our community.
JUSTICE THROUGH EQUITABLE ACCESS TO RESOURCES
Dedication to conscious effort through an action-oriented framework in which we work toward the dismantling of systemic barriers.