Our values

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The following core values guide all of ARTICLE 19’s work:

Integrity

  • We hold ourselves to the high standards we set for others. 
  • We are coherent on matters of law and policy wherever we work in the world. 
  • We value visibility, objectivity, and the accuracy of our work.

Transparency

  • We know good information can enable powerful action. 
  • We are clear, open, and honest in our dealings with each other and the outside world. 

Collaboration

  • Our network of supporters and partners is the lifeblood of our organisation.  
  • We seek to build productive and inspiring relationships based on the trust our partners, supporters, and donors place in us. 

Diversity

  • We respect each other and we listen to each other. 
  • We actively defend those whose voices are marginalised. 

Accountability

  • We say what we mean and we do what we say, speaking with one voice wherever possible.  
  • We work hard to make sure our learning and reporting is the best it can be.

Tenacity

  • We never give up.
  • We are tenacious and will find every possible avenue to seek changes in law and practice to secure the freedoms associated with our mission. 

Innovation

  • We are proud of our expertise and are always ready to share what we know. 
  • We seek to explore the boundaries of our field for benefits of the freedoms we protect.