UPLIFT Principles

The Stena Foundation recognizes that it is imperative to identify and embody core values to move our mission forward, that is why we are founded upon the guiding principles of UPLIFT.  UPLIFT stands for Urgency, Purpose, Leverage, Insight, Focus, and Teamwork. These values influence every decision we make, inspiring us to uplift individuals and their […]

The Stena Foundation: Uplifting People and Their Communities

The Stena Foundation’s vision is to uplift people and their communities. Its mission is to strengthen the foundation of economic prosperity through increased access to quality education and financial inclusion. In following this mission, the Stena Foundation is confident that it can assist individuals, families, and communities in their quest to thrive in today’s world, […]

Teamwork

We are all team members and each one of us is equally important to attaining our goals. Words matter. How we treat each other matters. You can’t expect to make a positive impact on the world without first attending to your stakeholders, partners, and mission-focused communities.

Focus

The ability to hone in on a task, and to make every minute matter is what turns insight into action. When we choose to focus, we make the best use of our time and resources.

Insight

We practice constant curiosity and have a passion for research and data-driven solutions. It is imperative that we take the time to analyze each step we take and look for learning opportunities. This approach will ultimately drive the greatest degree of mission focused impact.

Leverage

We recognize that we can’t succeed alone. Leverage is about finding the most efficient way to partner with our networks and to use our resources to achieve our goals.

Purpose

We must understand the why and strive to do the right thing every time. Our mission is firmly front and center. Always.

Urgency

We believe in acting and investing now to help create the inclusive economic prosperity for all we want to see tomorrow. “Progress before perfection.”

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