Northstar Learning Centers Inc.

“The organization's form 990 review process includes providing the complete draft form 990 to members of the board to review and provide comments. The final complete form 990 is provided to the board for approval prior to filing with the irs.”

“Board members must sign a conflict of interest and ethics form. Members of the board must adhere to the organization's conflict of interest policy. Board members should avoid involvement in any activity that may conflict with or appear to conflict with their responsibilities with northstar. Conflicts of interests may not only be unethical, but also unlawful. Board members who have, directly or through family or business connections, an interest in the suppliers of goods or services, or in contractors or potential contractors with northstar should not participate in the selection, award, or administration of a contract involving that interest. Members must fully disclose in writing any business or financial enterprise or activity in which you are involved that might influence, or might appear to have the capacity to influence, decision or actions on organizational matters. All inquiries and reports will be held in strictest confidence, within the limits of the law.”

“The compensation package of the executive director is approved by the board of directors and it is based on the annual evaluation which reflects performance, adherence to all policies, the overall health and condition of the organization and staff feedback. The executive director determines, sets, and approves compensation package for all employees other than herself.”

“The organization makes its governing documents and financial statements available to the public upon request. The conflict of interest policy is made available to the public on the organization's website.”

“The heal center is an initiative of northstar learning centers that is supported by the massachusetts department of public health gun violence prevention intervention, treatment and recovery services. The heal center's mission is to work with youth ages 17-24 who have had first-hand experience and exposure to gun violence, in promotion of their healing, overall health, and well-being. We provide intensive, culturally responsive, trauma-informed prevention and intervention services including, wraparound care and mental/behavioral health support. The heal center is strategically neighborhood-based and functions as a community mobilization and healing space. Our sankofa day program is an engaging curriculum that aims to empower young adults to begin healing and recovering from community violence. The heal center intends to guide new bedford youth in exercising their own voice and power by embracing their strengths and leadership abilities. With a transformative approach, our participants' challenges and struggles serve as steppingstones to creating a more resilient, caring, and just city.”