Humane Society of Northeast Iowa Code of Conduct

For Members of the HSNEI Community

At HSNEI, we strive to foster a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment where people and animals feel respected, accepted, supported, and valued.

• We choose to believe the best of people, trust they have positive intentions, and seek to understand their perspectives.
• We expect all persons speaking for HSNEI to communicate with kind, compassionate words in the shelter, at HSNEI events, and in the community.
• We encourage HSNEI community members to approach situations with curiosity and a collaborative spirit.
• We believe multiple perspectives and purposeful communications produce better solutions.
• We appreciate the value and contributions of each person and animal associated with our organization.
• While on HSNEI property, we abstain from mind-altering substances, like illegal drugs and alcohol, to ensure the best possible care for the animals and each other.
• We strive to create a safe space for people and animals at the shelter and at HSNEI sponsored events—free from weapons, dangerous materials, and physical, verbal, and emotional violence.
• We value social media as an effective tool to further our mission of improving quality of life for people and animals. We intentionally refrain from using it in a way that harms others.

Following the HSNEI Code of Conduct is an essential part of cultivating and strengthening a respectful, peaceful environment for animals in our care and people in our communities: providing a better quality of life for the people and animals we serve. If you have any questions about our code of conduct, please email our Executive Director at director@hsnei.org.