Our Vision, Mission & Guiding Principles
The Values that
Guide Our Mission
Our mission, vision, and guiding principles of Children’s Oral Outreach Canada (COHOC)— this volunteer-led organization provides ethical, sustainable pediatric dental care while partnering with communities in Antigua to improve children’s oral health and well-being.
Vision
A world where every child has access to essential oral health care and the opportunity to live pain-free with dignity and confidence.
Mission
To provide ethical, high-quality dental care to underserved communities in and around Antigua, Guatemala, and other potential underserviced communities, while fostering compassion, dignity, education, and collaboration through Obras and other Dental Missions with the same purpose.
Guiding Principals
1. Patient-Centered Care
We place the dignity, safety, and well-being of every patient at the heart of everything we do.
2. Service Through Volunteerism
Our mission is driven entirely by volunteers whose dedication makes compassionate care possible.
3. Ethical and Sustainable Practice
We are committed to responsible patient care and environmentally conscious operations.
4. Collaboration and Partnership
We value strong partnerships with local communities, organizations, and healthcare providers.
5. Education and Capacity Building
We support healthcare education for volunteers and communities to create lasting impact.
6. Transparency and Accountability
We operate with integrity and transparency so donors and partners can trust how resources are used.
7. Respect for Culture and Community
We honour local traditions, values, and leadership in every community we serve.
8. Integrity in All We Do
We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical conduct in every aspect of our work.
