SHCHC's Values Statements

The following values guide the behaviours of the entire organization, including the staff, Board members and volunteers, in how we interact with clients, partners, stakeholders, as well among colleagues.

By INTEGRITY we mean….

We work in a transparent, accountable and professional manner to provide the best quality services.

We demonstrate honesty in our words, consistency in our actions, and we follow through on our commitments.

We advocate for what we believe is right.

By RESPECT we mean….

We recognize and value the abilities and qualities of each individual as well as their beliefs, cultures and needs.

We promote dignity and the individual’s right to make choices.

By EQUITY we mean…

We work to eliminate systemic barriers and systems of discrimination that cause inequality in health and wellbeing.

We treat every person according to their needs in an impartial manner.

By COLLABORATION we mean…

We communicate openly, listen actively and dialogue with our clients, partners and colleagues to reach our common goal of healthy individuals and healthy communities.

We value the individual as an active participant in improving their health and wellbeing.

By EMPATHY we mean….

We listen compassionately and without judgement.

We appreciate that there are complex causes to ill health and that every individual has different needs and faces different challenges.