Vision, Mission, Values

Vision
A society where teenagers are valued and respected and play a leading role in creating vibrant communities.

Mission
City at Peace-New York is a local site of a nationally recognized non-profit organization that empowers teenagers to create safe, healthy and peaceful lives and communities. Using the performing arts as a vehicle, City at Peace-New York is developing the next generation of engaged community leaders. Simply put, our aim is our name: City at Peace.

Values
Cross-cultural understanding: We believe in, understand, value and respect diversity. We actively pursue diversity in every aspect of the organization: youth participants, staff, volunteers, contributors and board members.
Youth leadership: We believe in, understand and increase the power of young people to become leaders. We give them opportunities to learn and exercise that power both on stage and in their lives. We motivate them by holding them to the highest standards of achievement, and by consistently expressing the joy and excitement we feel while working with them.
Integrity: The City at Peace organization is operated in a manner consistent with its mission at every point in its operations.
Excellence: We are committed to excellence in all areas of operation, including the performing arts, programming, community support and action, financial support, and the administration of the program.