1. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Proclaiming Your Dream: Developing Vision and Mission Statements

2. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas What is a vision statement? Your dream: Shared Broad Inspiring Easily communicated

3. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas What is your mission statement? What is to be done and why: Concise Outcome-oriented Inclusive

4. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas How do you create vision and mission statements? Learn what is important to people in your community. Listening sessions or public forums Focus groups Interviews Decide on the general focus of your organization. Topic Scope Develop your vision and mission statements. Obtain consensus on your vision and mission statements. Decide how you will use your vision and mission statements. Letterhead Website Giveaways Press kit Interviews Annual report

5. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Examples of Vision Statements "Healthy adolescents" "Healthy babies" "Caring parents" "A community of hope" "Safe sex" "Teen power" "Caring relationships"

6. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Examples of Mission Statements Building a healthy community through a comprehensive initiative to promote jobs, education, and housing. Promoting adolescent health and development through school and community support and prevention.

7. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas