Openness is a core principle that guides everything we do at Open Paws. This value is evident in our commitment to building open-source AI tools and curating open-source datasets, making our resources available to everyone. It also reflects our willingness to collaborate with a diverse range of organizations and individuals—both within the animal rights movement and beyond. We welcome new ideas, innovative technologies, and believe in extending our moral circle to include all sentient beings.
Compassion is at the heart of our mission. Our work is driven by a deep empathy for other animals, and we believe that the way we carry out our work should reflect that same compassion for each other as human beings. We strive to approach all our interactions with empathy and kindness, making a conscious effort to remain compassionate, even in challenging situations.
We believe that community is key to achieving our mission. By welcoming everyone who shares our vision of a kinder world for animals, we create a space where everyone is heard, respected, and included. We encourage a diversity of perspectives and value the unique contributions that different people bring to our shared cause. Together, we are stronger and more effective in creating lasting change.
Our Communication section explains how to apply these values when interacting with other contributors.
For more on how these values shape our approach to creating change and the metrics we use to measure our progress, check out our Philosophy & Aims section.