The Institute carries a mission to help everyone feel comfortable inside and outside of their shell

Turtle Shell Values:

Influenced by the NASW Code of Ethics

• Service

• The Institute’s primary goal is to help living beings in need and to address social problems regardless of the form of life

• Social Justice

• The Institute challenges social injustice regardless of species or form of life.

• Dignity and Worth of the Person

• The Institute respects the inherent dignity and worth of all life.

• Importance of Human Relationships

• The Institute recognizes the central importance of relationships.

• Integrity

• The Institute operates in a trustworthy manner.

• Competence

• The Institute practices within its areas of competence and develops and enhances its approach.