Our Values

SAFE Values

These are the values that guide how the Society for Agriculture, Food Security and Energy for One Health (SAFE) works, collaborates, and engages with its members, partners, and wider communities.

SAFE's values are grounded in shared principles of scientific integrity, collaboration, and public benefit, and they reflect the collective aspirations of an emerging global society committed to One Health.

SAFE seeks to hold itself accountable to these values as the society develops and grows.

We work for public benefit

SAFE is guided by the belief that science, knowledge, and collaboration should serve the wider public good. By promoting integrated approaches across agriculture, food security, energy, and One Health, SAFE aims to contribute to sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and improved human and societal well-being.

We strive for excellence

SAFE values rigor, curiosity, and integrity in research, dialogue, and professional practice. The society encourages high standards, continuous learning, and thoughtful innovation, recognising that excellence takes many forms across disciplines, regions, and career stages.

We respect and value each other

SAFE recognises that its strength lies in the diversity of its members and contributors. The society values respect, empathy, and mutual understanding, and seeks to foster an environment in which different perspectives, experiences, and forms of expertise are welcomed and valued.

We collaborate across disciplines and borders

Collaboration is central to SAFE's mission. The society promotes open exchange, partnership, and cooperation across disciplines, sectors, and geographic regions, recognising that complex One Health challenges require collective effort and shared solutions.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

SAFE is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as foundational principles that strengthen scientific quality, decision making, and societal impact. SAFE believes that inclusive participation enhances creativity, innovation, and the relevance of science to real-world challenges.

Promoting EDI is integral to SAFE's values and aligns with principles of fairness, respect, and equal opportunity for all.

SAFE is committed to:

Encouraging participation from individuals across diverse backgrounds, regions, and disciplines
Valuing cognitive diversity and different forms of knowledge and experience
Creating inclusive and accessible opportunities for engagement in SAFE activities
Fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and shared responsibility

As SAFE develops, it aims to embed these principles into its governance, activities, and partnerships, recognising that diversity and inclusion are ongoing commitments that evolve with the society.