Transparency isn't a feature of this project — it's the foundation. People deserve to see how decisions are made, why they're made, and who is making them.
The WV Clarity Project is built on the belief that learning and understanding only work when the process itself is open. We are not a media outlet, and we are not here to act as gatekeepers of information. Instead, we are building a resource that helps people learn how to understand their world for themselves — starting in West Virginia, but never limited to it.
As this project grows, a small board will guide major decisions. Every significant choice — from what resources we create, to how we operate, to how we engage with communities — will be documented and made publicly available. Our goal is to show our work, not hide behind it.
Board decisions will be published in a simple, accessible format so anyone can see what decisions were made, why they were made, what information was considered, and how those decisions impact the community.
We believe that if we expect clarity from others, we must model it ourselves.
Every resource we create — whether it's an interview, a guide, or a community tool — is designed to help people make informed decisions. Not decisions we want them to make, but decisions that reflect their own values, experiences, and goals.
This project begins in West Virginia because this is home. These are the people and communities we understand most deeply. But the tools we build — the guides, the explanations, the learning resources — are designed to be useful to anyone, anywhere.
Our focus is WV issues, WV voices, and WV clarity. But the skills we teach and the resources we create are universal: understanding systems, asking better questions, finding reliable information, and building stronger communities.
Transparency is how we stay accountable.
Clarity is how we stay grounded.
Community is how we move forward.
This website was built with the assistance of AI tools. The ideas, mission, vision, and direction behind every page are entirely our own - AI helped us build the website fast. We believe in being honest about how we work. This is part of that.
We respect your privacy. The WV Clarity Project does not track, sell, or share personal data. Any information you choose to provide (such as through a contact form) is used solely for communication related to this project.
The WV Clarity Project is a non-partisan project. We do not endorse candidates or political parties. All interviews, resources, and educational materials are presented with fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all participants.
The WV Clarity Project is committed to making our website accessible and usable for everyone, including people with disabilities. We aim to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA and continuously improve our site. If you experience any accessibility issues or have suggestions, please fill out our contact form.