“Iron sharpens iron,

as one friend sharpens another.”

Continuous Improvement: The concept, originating from the Kaizen philosophy, emphasizes the value of making constant, incremental progress over seeking perfection. It encourages the belief that there is always room for improvement in any aspect of life, whether personal or professional.

Resilience: Is a major value derived from the Sharpen Your Sword philosophy. It emphasizes the necessity of preparing oneself for life's challenges, developing inner strength, and consistently striving to overcome difficulties.

Empowerment: The philosophies of Kaizen and Sharpen Your Sword combined highlight empowerment, particularly in the context of female adolescent education. This value implies giving learners the tools, confidence, and agency to take control of their own learning and personal development.

Community Cohesion: The implementation of the Kaizen and Sharpen Your Sword philosophies in a community context underscores the value of cohesion. By collectively engaging in continuous improvement and resilience-building activities, communities can develop stronger bonds and work together more effectively.

Mindful Innovation: This value is implicit in the combination of both the philosophies of Kaizen and Sharpen Your Sword. As community members and learners engage in continuous improvement and resilience-building, they become more adept at finding innovative solutions to problems and making mindful changes that consider long-term impacts on themselves and the community.