Just as we expect our staff, volunteers, and service provider organizations to abide by basic civil interpersonal behavior consistent with Jewish values, we expect our Members to:

• Be courteous, polite, and respectful to all service provider staff and volunteers.
• Assist yourself wherever possible in attaining emergency and self-sufficiency plans.
• Offer warm and sincere greeting; be prompt in responding to calls, e-mails, or correspondence; and be on time for all appointments.
• Try not to become frustrated with disappointing performance of service providers. You have an opportunity to reflect your concerns in the website post-event survey.
• Always exhibit the highest levels of personal hygiene.
• Take responsibility for your own safety.
• Don't talk about others in a negative or hurtful way (Lashon Hara).
• Be kind to others. You are a Member of the Kindness Initiative.

Not adhering to any of the above repeatedly may result in termination of membership privileges.

Other Jewish Values KINDNESS INITIATIVE Encourages Include:

• Taking responsibility to participate actively in the local Jewish community, both as an expression of good citizenship and as a model for others.
• Continuing to expand your Jewish understanding and knowledge.
• Always acting ethically.
• Supporting the unique relationship between Israel and the Jewish Diaspora.
• Being an exemplary ambassador for yourself, your family, and the Jewish people through your actions.