Our Guiding Principles

Mission Statement and Guiding Principles
Nyland builds and celebrates conscious community. We honor connectedness, sustainability, integrity, participation, creativity, and the sacred. We empower individuals to manifest their dreams to benefit themselves, Nyland and the greater community, with respect for our agreements and differences.
Connectedness
Show up
Listen well to others
Know your neighbors
Respect other’s viewpoints & choices
Don’t let feelings fester - talk face to face
Sustainability
Live lightly - recycle, reuse, compost
Treat the land well
Keep your balance, know your boundaries
Integrity
Know your responsibilities
Assume good intentions
Keep your word
Use the conflict resolution process
Participation
Participate in the community process
Find your fit, do your part
Stay informed
Do your best​
Creativity
Take initiative
Create the community you want
Look for the win-win in every situation
Sacred
Be kind
Consider the impact of your actions
Relationship before outcome
Show up