GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1. Belonging, Diversity & Inclusion
We honour and respect the diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives within our community.
Every member deserves to feel seen, respected, and valued.
We are committed to creating an environment where:

• Differences are celebrated as strengths

• Accessibility and inclusion are prioritized

• Every woman—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—has an equitable opportunity to rise and lead

Belonging is not passive; it is something we co-create together.

2. Empowerment Through Support
We uplift one another with intention and generosity.
Members commit to:

• Offering encouragement without judgment

• Sharing knowledge, insights, or resources when it supports someone’s growth

• Recognizing that empowerment is reciprocal: when one rises, we all rise

We are a support system for women navigating leadership, transitions, and personal evolution.

3. Mentorship, Collaboration & Shared Growth
We believe in collective success.
Members are encouraged to:

• Engage in mentorship—formally or informally

• Collaborate on meaningful projects that align with our values

• Amplify the voices, ideas, and achievements of others

• Create opportunities rather than compete for them

This is a space to learn from one another, evolve together, and build with intention.

4. Confidentiality, Safety & Trust
Trust is the foundation of this community.
Members agree to:

• Honour confidentiality at all times

• Keep personal stories, reflections, and shared experiences private

• Ask for permission before sharing anything outside the space

• Foster psychological safety so others can speak openly and authentically

Breach of confidentiality may result in removal from programs or membership.

5. Professionalism, Integrity & Accountability
We hold ourselves—and each other—to high standards.
Members commit to:

• Showing up with integrity, honesty, and professionalism

• Engaging with curiosity rather than judgment

• Taking responsibility for words, actions, and impact

• Upholding the credibility of HER Seat at the Table and aligning with its mission

This community thrives when every member leads with intention.

6. Respectful & Constructive Engagement
We create space for meaningful dialogue and diverse viewpoints.
Members are expected to:

• Approach discussions with respect

• Avoid divisive commentary rooted in personal or political agendas

• Offer feedback that is constructive, grounded, and helpful

• Remain open to receiving feedback as part of personal and professional growth

We rise by elevating one another—not by diminishing.

7. Zero Tolerance for Gossip, Harmful Behaviour or Drama
Our community is a safe haven.
We do not tolerate:

• Gossip

• Toxic dynamics

• Bullying, belittling, or exclusion

• Behaviour that harms the community’s culture

CAY VII INC reserves the right to remove members who compromise the integrity of our space.

8. No Solicitation or Pressure to Purchase
This is a community, not a sales floor.
While collaboration is encouraged, members agree to:

• Avoid unsolicited selling or pitching

• Refrain from DM sales funnels, pressure tactics, or recruitment

• Build genuine relationships before business opportunities

We prioritize trust, connection, and shared purpose over commercial intent.

9. Active Participation & Shared Responsibility
Our community is strengthened by those who show up.
Members are encouraged to:

• Attend gatherings, discussions, and experiences when able

• Contribute thoughts, energy, and presence

• Make space for new voices and emerging leaders

• Bring their whole, authentic selves

Participation builds momentum and deepens belonging.

10. Paying It Forward
We believe in legacy-building through generosity.
Members commit to:

• Mentoring and supporting emerging female leaders

• Sharing lessons learned to encourage others

• Lifting others as they rise

• Contributing to a cycle of support that strengthens the collective

Impact is multiplied when shared.

11. Commitment to Community
By joining HER Seat at the Table, members agree to uphold these principles and contribute to a space defined by trust, empowerment, alignment, and meaningful connection.
Together, we create a leadership community where women thrive, grow, and rise—with intention and integrity.

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