Shortlisted for PPA Independent Publishers Achievement Award 2007 and 2009
to encourage and intensify the current renaissance in Jewish culture
to extend knowledge and understanding of the diversity of Jewish culture
to build bridges between Jewish and other cultures
appeal to those of all levels of religious belief and observance who accept the rights of others to follow their own path
a respect for other cultures and religions
the maintenance of the highest standards of writing and editing and of presentation
a commitment to balance and to providing readers with the information they need to draw their own conclusions