Our Mission

Recovery Café was founded on the truth that all lives are equally precious and that everyone has gifts needed by the whole. The Recovery Café serves are in recovery from the traumas of homelessness, addiction, and other mental health challenges. Inclusion is primary to our work. While we know that the members of our community have overcome significant hurdles in their lives, we recognize that advantages and barriers exist, and as a result, we do not all start from the same place.

Welcoming our Members into a community of radical hospitality is a fundamental aspect of our work. In order to create this community where all are valued, we will strive to:

• Ensure diversity is a strength in our organization and to continue to build on that strength.

• Reflect and represent the community that we serve on all levels of our organization.

• Provide ongoing training for staff and volunteers to recognize and address systemic barriers.

• Acknowledge the strengths and differences in others.

• Not assume that the ways we have done things are the only correct way.

• Take seriously all complaints of racial or any other type of discrimination and harassment and make sure each is dealt with in a manner that is fair, urgent, and consistent.

• Create an inclusive environment for all regardless of age, ability, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, indigenous heritage, gender identity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and life experience.