Our Vission

MRAF’s goal is to develop alternative methods to make sure that by 2025 every infant (12-18yrs or above understands his/her FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHT and to make sure that, every citizen can understand the basics of the constitution of Ghana and its application to their daily lives and also playing their various rolls in governance.

We hope to achieve this by working with the, national government, judiciary, schools, community leaders, commission on human rights and administrative justice (CHRAJ),National commission for civic education(NCCE),religious groups, peace advocates, media, local, regional and international organizations, etc..

Core Values

The Ghana chapter of MRAF is founded on the 1992 constitution of the Republic of Ghana. ACT 12-17 CHAPTER 5”. etc..

FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHT AND FREEDOMS.

(1) The fundamental human rights and freedoms enshrined in this Chapter shall be respected and upheld by the Executive, Legislature and Judiciary and all other organs of government and its agencies and, were applicable t them, by all natural and legal persons in Ghana, and shall be enforceable by the Courts as provided for in this Constitution.

(2) Every person in Ghana, whatever his race, place of origin, political opinion, colour, religion, creed or gender shall be entitled to the fundamental human rights and freedoms of the individual contained in this Chapter but subject to respect for the rights and freedoms of others and for the public interest.

(3) No person shall be deprived of his life intentionally except in the exercise of the execution of a sentence of a court in respect of a criminal offence under the laws of Ghana of which he has been convicted.

Independence

MRAF is an independent not-for-profit, MRAF and is an organization not dependent upon any government, commercial, political, ethnic or religious groups, or any other body is not influenced or controlled by others. MRAI is not subject to any authority or jurisdiction, except to, its members and the public to whom it is accountable as a not-for-profit corporation.

Impartiality

MRAF is founded on and committed to impartiality, regardless of who our members are. In the execution of its professional services, MRAF’s conduct is at all times free from discrimination, favoritism, self-interest, bias, or prejudice. In compliance with established international standards, MRAI’s services are performed in ways that are fair, just, equitable, impartial, unprejudiced, and objective to all parties.

Confidentiality

By virtue of its mission in preventing and resolving crime and civil matters, MRAF is bound to keep confidential all information, arising out of, or in connection with, the execution of professional services, including the fact that a resolution is to take place or has taken place, unless compelled by law. Any information disclosed in confidence to MRAF staff by one of the parties shall not be disclosed to the other parties without permission or unless compelled by law.

Non-discrimination

On no occasion or under no circumstance will MRAF withhold its services, or programs for reasons related to race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion, language, sexual orientation, opinion, political affiliation, wealth or social status of the parties.

Integrity & Trust

MRAF is strongly committed to earning the trust and building the confidence of its clients and beneficiaries of its programs and services, as well as in society as a whole, by diligently and professionally carrying out its mission with responsibility and excellence.
MRAF officers, staff and members will at all times:

• Demonstrate consistency, good character and decency in daily activities and behaviors;
• Act with honesty and trustworthiness without consideration of personal gain;
• Behave impartially and remain neutral to all forms of ethnic, religious, political, cultural,
  social or individual influences during the process of decision-making;
• Uphold and promote the Organization’s mission above that of personal interest and convenience.

Respect for Diversity

Respect for diversity is at the heart of the mission of MRAF and guides the development and implementation of the Organization’s programs and services. In support of this guidance, MRAF officers, staff and members:

• Identify, study, and help the public understand diverse values embedded in the laws of our society;
• Work effectively with people from all backgrounds;
• Are polite, respectful and patient, treating everyone fairly and in a non-discriminatory manner;
• Listen attentively and make every effort to fully understand the diverse needs and positions of clients, beneficiaries, students, and members;
• Examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical assumptions and responses;
• Demonstrate respect for and understanding of diverse points of view by encouraging dialogue among and between differing constituencies, and challenging common current and historical prejudices, discrimination, and social exclusion;
• Give positive and practical support to the vulnerable and victims

Professionalism

MRAF shall exhibit the highest degree of professionalism in the provision of all services by:

• Demonstrating commitment to MRAF’s mission, programs and services at all times;
• Demonstrating high level of expertise and professional competence in the subject matter and its implementation
• Being creative & resourceful in providing conflict prevention, resolution and mediation services;
• Being responsive & efficient, competent, dependable, responsible, time-frame sensitive and result-oriented;
• Showing exceptional interpersonal, multicultural and diplomatic skills.