GUIDING PRINCIPLES

vision

We are a collective dedicated to building a more just, equitable, sustainable and liberated world through grassroots organizing, education and community action. Our vision encompasses a decolonial, queer, trans feminist, anti-capitalist, and anti-imperialist framework that centers worker, climate and social justice while promoting resiliency to capitalism, the climate crisis and fascism.

values

We seek to operate in solidarity and hold each other accountable in constructive ways. We work within an intersectional worldview that is trans-feminist, queer, anti-racist, anti-fascist, (dis)ability, and neurotype affirming. We value class consciousness and work to understand the class system imposed upon us by capitalism and colonialism.

We envision a world transformed by:

  • The dismantling of capitalist structures toward structures driven by workers and equitable wealth distribution

  • Universal access to fundamental human needs, including dignified work, stable housing, healthcare, education, and essential services

  • Indigenous sovereignty and liberation, including the return of land to Indigenous peoples

  • Environmental justice and ecological preservation including recognizing that non-human animals are colonial subjects impacted by anthropocentrism and the systems of domination we seek to abolish

  • Migrant rights and the freedom of movement for all peoples

  • Resistance against fascism and state oppression

  • Solidarity across movements and communities in pursuit of collective liberation

approach

We recognize that meaningful change requires both immediate action and long-term vision. Our work is guided by:

community-centered organizing

We prioritize horizontal organizing that builds power from below, supporting cooperative initiatives, union formation, and strategic direct actions. We believe in the power of collective struggle and recognize that liberation will come through organized popular movements working together.

Intersectional analysis

We understand that systems of oppression are interconnected, using “race”, gender, class, sexuality, nationality, and disability to divide communities. Our response must be equally interconnected, building coalitions that recognize the relationships between different forms of struggle. We will work to resist the deliberate polarization coming from elite politicians and capitalists, understanding that it’s meant to keep us fighting each other instead of fighting the oppressive nature of capitalism and imperialism.

Radical imagination

We maintain that dreaming of and imagining a better world is essential to creating one. We combine this vision with action, remaining open to diverse tactics while staying grounded in our core principles.

Group agreements

Our internal culture reflects our values through:

open communication

  • We practice listening and speak from personal experience

  • We address disagreements directly and with care

  • We value diverse perspectives and seek out voices with lived experience

  • We maintain awareness of power dynamics in our discussions

  • Confidentiality - sharing only our own stories, being mindful of information sharing

collective growth

  • We share speaking time equitably

  • We distinguish between opinion and informed knowledge

  • We approach feedback with compassion and clarity

  • We use moments of tension as opportunities for learning


anti-oppression practice

  • We actively work to decenter whiteness and supremacy culture

  • We take leadership from communities most impacted by oppression

  • We leverage privilege to redirect resources toward liberation

  • We maintain accountability to the communities we serve

  • We recognize that there is nuance within the communities that we serve

theory of change

Our work manifests through direct community engagement, including in-person activities, workshops, and gatherings, as well as through strategic use of social media and other communication channels. We make decisions through consensus, prioritizing transparency and collective input, while acknowledging that there are different levels of engagement within Revolve’s organizing structure. 

Revolve’s structure

We have three levels of engagement:

  • (1) Organizing group (vetted members who are dedicated and committed to being active organizers and planners)

  • (2) Engaged community (vetted members who have joined us at events, engage in a private messaging platform)

  • (3) Broader community (newsletter, events, rallies, etc)

  • We recognize that as we grow, our structure may need to evolve.


Decision Making Process

TBD


About this document & our processes

This living document represents our aspirations and commitments as we work toward fundamental social, cultural and economic transformation. We acknowledge that we are constantly learning and growing, and we remain open to evolution in our understanding and approaches while staying true to our core principles of justice, liberation, and collective care.