ABOUT US
WHAT WE ARE HERE TO DO
We work every day to build equity, connection, and advocacy for the people, organizations, and communities that we serve.
VISION
To be a leader in building evaluation capacity, understanding, and infrastructure resulting in opportunities for community healing and transformation.
HALLMARKS OF OUR WORK
EMPOWERMENT FOCUSED
We build confidence, strengths, and skills that empower individuals and communities.
SPIRIT BASED
We acknowledge that a power greater than ourselves guides us and our work.
TEAMWORK
We engage multiple people, disciplines, perspectives, and lived experiences to create dynamic teams that serve communities.
GENEROSITY
We apply the value of generosity in our work by sharing our time and resources, investing in communities that we serve, and acknowledging talents and expertise of community members we work with.
HEALTH EQUITY
We apply a health equity lens to all aspects of our work to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities for health and wellbeing.
FORWARD THINKING
We work to think forward and beyond of what is typical and expected. We use the latest design tools and experts to create engaging resources and materials that people read.
OTHER VALUES
Strength based. Mentoring focused. Integrity based. Passion driven.
Intentional growth. Innovation in all things. Flexible deadlines. Advocacy for all. Family first. Empower women.
OUR TEAM
AKA is a small women-owned business that includes a multi-disciplinary team of associates comprised of American Indian college students and recent graduates, elders, subject matter experts, and cultural reviewers.
