Criteria for Educo

EDUCO CRITERIA

An Educo Organization:

Incorporates the overall mission of Educo and is free from any control or influence that would detract from this ability.
Runs programs which have:

     -   an emphasis on youth and experiential education
     -   transferable life skills content
     -   strict safety standards
     -   access for all levels of society
     -   activities appropriate to age and development
     -   inbuilt intention for follow-through with students
     -   clear evaluation procedures
     -   individual care and attention for students

Is a not for profit organization.
Is responsible for its own financial viability.
Demonstrates effectiveness in financial, technical and managerial terms.
Promotes nonhierarchical/inclusive decision making processes.
Involves all generations, from young to old, in direction and planning.
Does not discriminate in terms of race, gender, sexual orientation, age or culture.
Values, empowers and protects employee's well being.
Employs locally, seeks diversity at all levels and participates in staff exchanges with other Educo schools.
Offers ongoing staff development and training for its employees.
Incorporates organizational evaluation and peer review systems.
Has clear criteria for staff to serve as positive role models.
Is culturally relevant and socially responsible.
Practices and teaches an environmental ethic which values and protects the natural world.

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