Reid Park Zoo Core Values

Animal Well-being

• Animal well-being has the highest priority in everything we do.

• We believe that animals are the best ambassadors for their species when they are happy,
  healthy and comfortable.

• We believe that everyone has a part in animal well-being and value any concerns
  brought forward, responding swiftly, thoughtfully, and compassionately.

Conservation and Sustainability

• Conservation and sustainability are the guiding compass of our work and actions.

• We lead by example, educating and inspiring others to be conservation ambassadors.

• We prioritize our conservation efforts within the Zoo, in the region and around the world
  to help build a better future for wildlife and our planet, communicating and celebrating
  successes.

Kindness

• We are welcoming and friendly, creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.

• We appreciate diversity, are dedicated to inclusion, and treat everyone with empathy and
  respect.

• We take the time to think before we react.

• We view people as people, not as things or obstacles.

Integrity

• We are ethical, transparent, straightforward, and accurate.

• We represent the Zoo publicly in a manner that is both affirmative and true.

• We acknowledge our mistakes and fix them.

• We have the courage to uphold our values.

Dependability

• We chip in and help when needed.

• We are present, timely, accountable, and ready to make things happen.

• We are resourceful in solving problems and meeting people’s diverse needs.

• We are reliable and will follow-through on our commitments.