Listen with curiosity. Speak with honesty. Act with integrity.
Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
Wilderwood holds its Board members, Executive, volunteers, and employees to the highest of standards relating to personal integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior, exemplified by the following:
- Before speaking, asking oneself: Is it kind? Is it true? Is it helpful?
- Interactions with others are characterized by kindness, acceptance, and consideration, regardless of race, religion (or absence of religion), gender, ability (or disability), or national origin;
- A commitment to carrying out Wilderwood’s mission, vision, and goals professionally and with both dignity and kindness;
- Demonstrating compassion and kindness to all animals;
- Carrying out assigned duties with respect to what is right, what is kind, and what is in the best interests of the organization and the people and animals it serves;
- Interest and desire to work collaboratively with other people and organizations, where possible, to advance a shared mission or goal.
© Wilderwood 2023.
Date of adoption: August 4, 2023.