Mission: Inspire hope and ignite change for a more just and equitable world. To empower the underserved by providing access to education, resources, and skills needed to create positive change.

We unite diverse groups around the common cause of justice and peace and security. Through capacity building training, fundraising and grassroots collaborative efforts, we help disadvantaged women, minorities, those who have been unjustly detained, have disabilities, and those living in poverty gain leadership skills, educational opportunities, and hope for a life of purpose.

It is our belief that when we empower the underserved to realize their dreams, we create the next generation of leaders enacting change across education, employment, healthcare, and human rights globally. We fund this critical work through small grants, individual donations, international fundraising, and our network of friends as a collective humanity.

Vision: We envision a world where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We champion justice, peace and security by dismantling barriers and fostering inclusive and equitable environments, enabling communities to flourish.

Values in acronym : EPICATS

At Sone Yay Foundation, our EPIC CATS values guide our DEIB efforts to create an inclusive world where all humans can thrive at their full potential.

Empowerment - We build trust, confidence and capacity, centering those left behind.

Partnership - We collaborate globally across differences and perspectives to foster belonging.

Innovation - We challenge old ways and welcome new diverse voices.

Compassion - We lead with empathy, care and shared humanity.

Agility - We embrace change that advances equity.

Transparency - We are open and learn from mistakes. We lead our honest conversations to drive inclusion.

Strength - We value our collective strengths and efforts for making a just society with an impact in the communities we serve.

Our core values of empowerment, partnership, innovation, and compassion guide our diversity, equity, inclusion and belongingness (DEIB) efforts. We aim to create an inclusive world where all people can thrive. We unite and uplift one another by leading with empathy. We advance equity and justice by engaging with global trends, fostering shared learning, and facilitating connection.

We go beyond equality to actively eliminate systemic barriers, correct long-standing disparities, empower marginalized groups, and amplify unheard voices.

We are dedicated to equipping people with the tools and resources needed for success by fostering an environment of growth, optimism, and opportunity.
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