Vision
South Africa’s biodiversity is conserved and enhanced to deliver sustainable benefits for all.
Mission
To provide leadership in biodiversity research, policy advice, conservation, and human capital development; and to promote the appreciation, sustainable use, and equitable sharing of the benefits of South Africa’s biodiversity.
Values
USANBI UGREAT
- Ubuntu – Harnessing, caring, sharing and being in harmony with all of creation.
- Growth – Nurturing and empowering teams and individuals to grow and reach their true potential.
- Respect and tolerance – Creating open, honest relationships built on trust, mutual respect, dignity and fairness AND valuing and accepting individuals and diversity.
- Excellence – Providing service excellence through passion, professionalism, and commitment not just to our clients, but also to each other.
- Accountability – Taking pride and responsibility in our work and caring for our environment and communities with honesty and integrity.
- Transformation – We use equitable approaches to change the world, foster togetherness, and inclusivity within our organisation, the sector and our communities.