Somali Hepatitis Trust · Our Values
Principles That
Guide Our Work
Our values describe the principles we aim to bring to hepatitis awareness, prevention, research, advocacy and patient support in Somalia.
What guides us
Values at the heart of our work.
The following proposed values offer a practical framework for how SHT may engage with communities, partners and people affected by viral hepatitis. They should be checked against the organisation’s formally approved values and strategy before publication as official policy.
Dignity & Respect
We aim to treat every person with dignity, respect and compassion, recognising the experiences of people and families affected by hepatitis.
Equity & Inclusion
We seek to make health information accessible and encourage fair consideration of the needs of different communities.
Integrity
We aim to communicate responsibly, be transparent in our work and promote trustworthy health information.
Evidence & Learning
We value reliable information, research and learning to help guide public awareness and hepatitis-related action.
Collaboration
We believe progress is strengthened through constructive cooperation with communities, health professionals, institutions and partners.
Accountability
We aim to take responsibility for our commitments, listen to feedback and learn from the results of our activities.
Compassion
We seek to understand the challenges people face and support approaches that are considerate and people-centred.
Community Participation
We value community voices and encourage meaningful participation in awareness and public-health initiatives.
Commitment to Prevention
We promote informed prevention, awareness of vaccination and screening, and access to appropriate health guidance.
In everyday practice
How our values shape our work.
Values matter when they are reflected in everyday decisions, communication and relationships.
Communicate clearly
Use accessible language and share health information responsibly, without misleading claims.
Respect privacy and dignity
Approach personal experiences and health-related stories sensitively and respectfully.
Listen to communities
Consider feedback and community perspectives when planning awareness and engagement.
Work collaboratively
Build constructive relationships with relevant health professionals, organisations and partners.
Learn and improve
Reflect on experience and use available evidence to strengthen future activities.
Act responsibly
Be clear about commitments, communicate honestly and take feedback seriously.
Our commitment to people and communities
Somali Hepatitis Trust aims to reflect these principles in its public communication, community engagement and collaboration. The final wording should be aligned with SHT’s approved policies and organisational strategy.
Connected to our mission
Values that support meaningful action.
Our values are intended to guide how work is carried out as SHT pursues its mission of strengthening hepatitis prevention, awareness, research and patient support in Somalia.
Awareness with responsibility
Promote useful, understandable and evidence-informed public-health messages.
Support without stigma
Encourage respectful language and understanding for people affected by hepatitis.
Partnership with purpose
Work constructively with others toward shared public-health goals.
Continuous learning
Remain open to feedback, research and opportunities to improve.
Shared principles · Shared purpose
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