People Are The Priority: We believe that all policy, laws, resources. elected officials and ideas are meant to be in service to the people, and not the people in service to them. How we use land, resources, shelter, finance and position should always prioritize people over institutional or organizational interest, businesses and government priorities, and even individual self interest. A people centered approach will always wield the best results in critical times.

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Inclusion and Safety: Anvil Institute is committed to serving as a unified and safe political home for Free African People of every walk of life, regardless of ethnicity, socio-economic status, gender identity, or geographic standing. We hold that everyone possesses an inalienable right to freedom, protection under the law, human decency, respect, and love that empowers and does not impede. We are committed to uphold this commitment by any means necessary. 

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Radical Pragmatism: We prioritize practical, real-world outcomes over ideological posturing. Our strategy involves setting aside partisan politics to align with simple, equitable policies that effectively and efficiently address the people's needs, ensuring the greatest positive impact for the widest possible representation of our community.

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Non-Partisanhip: We recognize that our communities are not a monolith but operate across a wide spectrum of political thought and ideology. Our movement is people-centered, with policies and actions driven by the genuine needs of the community and our most vulnerable rather than the restrictive agendas of established partisan political bodies.

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Liberalism: We are liberal in our unwavering commitment to social justice and the essential principles of community care and mutual aid. We commit to a process where all policy is rigorously evaluated through the lens of its ultimate impact on the most vulnerable and marginalized members of our community.

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Conservatism: We champion a conservative view regarding personal autonomy and liberty, asserting that every individual has the fundamental responsibility to live a life true to their personal belief systems. This freedom, however, is strictly contingent upon the principle that one's choices must not impede, oppress, or infringe upon the life choices and well-being of others.

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