Introduction

At Shrimp Welfare Project, we are dedicated to supporting the seafood industry in its transition to more humane and higher welfare shrimp farming practices. As a UK registered charity, we are dedicated to promoting ethical, sustainable practices that align with our values. These values not only guide our work with shrimp but also shape our internal culture and our interactions with partners, collaborators, and the broader community.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and safe work environment for all team members. Our adherence to the UK Equality Act of 2010 and the recent amendment, the Worker Protection Act of 2023 underscores our dedication to upholding the highest standards of equality, safety, and respect. We believe that creating such an environment is essential for achieving our mission and for nurturing a thriving, effective team.

Shrimp Welfare Project’s Approach to Collaborations

Our values below guide us toward the impactful work we do at Shrimp Welfare Project, and are integral to our operations and interactions. They ensure that all collaborations are rooted in mutual respect, professionalism, and a shared understanding. By adhering to our principles, we ensure that our actions are aligned with our mission and that we consistently strive for excellence, innovation, and ethical integrity.

1. Diversity & Inclusivity

   We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture is essential for making better decisions and building a stronger, more effective team. We value different perspectives and backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued.

2. (Shr)Impact

   We believe that shrimps, as sentient beings, deserve moral consideration, and our efforts can significantly improve their welfare through effective, cost-efficient strategies.

3. Scout Mindset

   We adopt a fact-finding approach that values truth and evidence over personal biases or preconceived notions, ensuring our strategies are grounded in reality.

4. Agility & Flexibility

   We stay adaptive and responsive to new information, maintaining a lean operational model that can pivot as necessary to achieve our mission.

5. Freedom & Responsibility

   We encourage a balance between professional autonomy and accountability within a framework that supports sustainable work habits.

We understand that every organization has its own values and policies, and we welcome discussions on how we can align our principles and work together respectfully.

Zero Tolerance for Discrimination and Harassment

As part of our commitment to these values, we proactively set strong protections against any form of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying, or other inappropriate behavior from internal and external collaborators. We do not tolerate any actions that compromise the safety, dignity, or well-being of all team members. We believe that upholding a culture of respect and safety benefits everyone, and we expect our partners to work with us to maintain a safe and positive environment for all.

Forms of harassment include, but are not limited to:

• Verbal harassment (e.g., jokes, epithets, slurs, negative stereotyping, and/or unwelcome remarks about an individual’s body, color, physical characteristics, appearance, or sexual practices, or gossiping about sexual relations)
• Physical harassment (e.g., physical interference with normal work, impeding or blocking movement, assault, unwelcome physical contact, or leering at a person’s body)
• Visual harassment (e.g., offensive or obscene pictures or emails, gestures, display of sexually suggestive or lewd objects, unwelcome notes or letters, and/or any other written or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual, because of a protected characteristic, that is placed or circulated in the workplace).

Forms of Sexual Harassment include, but are not limited to:

• Sharing sexually inappropriate images or videos, such as pornography, with co-workers;
• Telling lewd jokes, or sharing sexual anecdotes;