CoMH

The Six Hands

Our Operating Manual

We ground our work in six ethical tenets. These aren't just ideas; they are the requirements for how we show up for each other.

1

The Aware Hand

Conscious Living

Ethical action begins with intent. We practice mindfulness to minimize harm and ensure our choices—from what we consume to how we act—are rooted in reality and respect for others' boundaries.

View Safety Programs
2

The Loving Hand

Unconditional Goodwill

We extend mercy and empathy without requiring "merit" first. By choosing goodwill over conflict, we break the cycles of hostility that keep communities divided.

View Mercy Work
3

The Working Hand

Active Participation

Resilience is a verb. We reclaim our surroundings through community maintenance, urban agriculture, and direct engagement. If it’s broken, we fix it together.

Participate Now
4

Self-Governing

Personal Responsibility

We lead ourselves first. This means cultivating internal integrity and taking radical accountability for our growth, our choices, and our impact.

Fortitude Curriculum
5

The Giving Hand

Resource Equity

We view knowledge and resources as a shared trust. We advocate for the marginalized and leverage our collective strength to ensure everyone has an equitable path forward.

Equity Programs
6

The Honest Hand

Ethical Service

We reject parasitism. We believe in the "Earned Way"—mastering a trade, delivering vocational excellence, and ensuring every interaction is a fair exchange of value.

Trades Training