To act as a watchdog for humanitarian behavior both domestically and abroad.
To support non-violence in all circumstances. (Lean Toward Love maintains that violence can never be justified.)
To foster public awareness of environmental issues, with particular interest in global warming.
To promote universal access to education with the belief that the power of ideas is limitless.
To raise international concern with humanitarian issues, through global awareness.
To advocate diplomacy as a first-choice venue to resolve international conflicts and disputes.
To support justice system reform, emphasizing rehabilitaion over punitive incarceration.
To promote universal civil rights and liberties, with due process granted to all under equal protection of the laws.
To raise public concern regarding global poverty, specifically world hunger.
To promote respect for all life.
Who I'd like to meet: While Lean Toward Love is not affiliated with the Free Hugs Campaign, we strongly endorse its efforts. Thus, we are proud to display this video of Juan Mann's crusade, which we feel parallels the spirit of the Lean Toward Love movement.