In addition to a strong commitment to respect cultural diversity, promote gender equality, employ good governance at all levels, initiate projects based on ecologically and socially responsible principles, and obey the rule of law; VillageDirect.Org success will be enhanced by: 

• Employing experienced, qualified, and committed directors, managers and consultants
   
• Fiscal Prudence
   
• Forming and entering into the right kinds of strategic partnerships
   
• Avoiding conflicts of interest by establishing and adhering to strict transparency and ethics policies