What drives our success?
A commitment to respect, integrity, diversity and sustainability.
As indispensable to Warisan Dunia success as our unifying mission, vision, goals and measures are our unique values—the distinguishing attributes that characterize how we conduct ourselves in our drive for tangible, lasting results. These attributes are not mere platitudes but deeply held convictions universally manifested by all who represent Warisan Dunia.
We will meet the highest ethical and professional standards in all of our organizational endeavours and, in doing so, we hold ourselves accountable to our mission and to the public
Be honest at all times
Be accountable to each other, to the mission, to our donors, members, partners, and to the public
Earn trust by building relationships, being competent, and following through on all of our commitments
Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures: Enduring conservation success depends on the active involvement of people and partners whose lives and livelihoods are linked to the natural systems we seek to conserve. We respect the needs, values and traditions of local communities and cultures, and we forge relationships based on mutual benefit and trust.
Demonstrate respect by committing to local, on the ground involvement with people, communities and cultures, and with awareness and sensitivity to their economic realities
Treat our partners and colleagues with fairness and honesty
Work collaboratively with all sectors of society, including indigenous people, to develop practical conservation solutions.
We recognize that conservation is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. We will recruit and mentor staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character.
Respect and be open to a variety of viewpoints and diversity of thought
Work in an environment that encourages each of us to achieve our potential and values the contributions of all
Expand and strengthen the diversity of our workforce, trustee base, and board
Our strength and vitality lie in being one organization working together in local places and across borders to achieve our global mission. We value the collective and collaborative efforts that are so essential to our success.
Work across all of our operations to implement and support the right strategies, at the right scales, and at the right places always with the greater good of our mission in mind
Act with continuity of purpose in everything we do, from the focus of our conservation efforts to the allocation of our resources
Celebrate individual, team and project success as the success of all who work for TNC
We use the best available method, a creative spirit, and a non-confrontational approach to craft innovative solutions to complex conservation problems at scales that matter and in ways that will endure.
Develop, analyse and use the best available conservation method to set priorities, make decisions, take action, and measure results
Use a creative spirit and original thought in the pursuit of excellence
Conduct our business in an environmentally sensitive manner