We're here because we care deeply and passionately about building a better world. We understand that every decision we make can change lives, and with limited resources, the stakes are always high. Hence, we hold ourselves accountable to spending these limited resources, time and money, in the best way possible to achieve our mission.
"Mission accountability is about always keeping in mind the ultimate impact of what we're trying to do at Giving What We Can"
Our mission is extraordinarily ambitious, and we pursue it with a deep belief in what's possible.
But ambition alone is not enough. We recognise that real impact requires endurance. We are willing to go the extra mile when we need to, also when that's difficult, but we consciously balance our high-reaching goals with a sustainable, human-centred approach. We foster an environment that is both dynamic and deeply supportive.
"We're trying to do something really big. Often that's hard, and we need to look after ourselves to achieve this."
We actively seek truth, displaying courage and honesty, even when it's uncomfortable.
Integrity is more than just honesty for us: it means initiating open conversations, making principled decisions, keeping our commitments, and being open about our mistakes. We are here when needed and consistently follow through on our promises.
"Doing the right thing even when it is the harder thing to do"
Our mission is huge, and we cannot achieve it alone.
We foster an environment of mutual support, cooperation, and effective collaboration. We work hand in hand with our team, our community, and all those striving to make a difference. We create a safe and respectful environment that welcomes different points of views and encourages growth. When we stumble, we treat it as an opportunity to learn and grow stronger together.
"Giving What We Can doesn't own this ambition to do as much good as we possibly can with the resources we've got available to us. Other people are trying to do something very similar; we should work with them to achieve that goal."
In addition to these values, Giving What We Can is committed to promoting and upholding The Guiding Principles of Effective Altruism.
We believe that by adhering to these values and principles, we can create a community that is truly dedicated to making a difference in the world for all its inhabitants for generations to come.