GIG'S MISSION, Vision, and Values

GIG's Mission

GIG's Mission is to support persons with gluten intolerances, celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and other gluten sensitivities, through consumer and industry services and programs that positively promote healthy lives.

GIG's Branches fulfill GIG's mission on a local and regional level through programs tailored to their communities.

GIG'S VISION

The vision of the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America is one of mutual support, acceptance, and respect for all persons living with gluten-related disorders.  GIG envisions a united gluten intolerant community in which all persons feel they are healthy, are positively nurtured to live life to the fullest, and are involved and contributing citizens.  GIG seeks to fulfill our vision by embracing and modeling:

      Caring  Compassion                                     
      Honesty Transparency  
      Creativity Positive Attitude  
      Humor Joy  
      Knowledge Being Informed  
      Open-mindedness Acceptance  

GIG'S VALUES

GIG values and seeks to encourage and support individuals, organizations, and companies whose work and lives exhibit:

    Community-mindedness Interconnection    Teamwork
      Collaboration Esprit de corps Loyalty
      Accountability Integrity Personal & Professional Responsibility
      Proactivity Leadership Positive Community Involvement
      Impact    

NON-PROFIT RESPONSIBILITY

GIG follows the Principles of Good Governance and Ethical Practice:  A Guide for Charities and Foundations, and Health on the Net guidelines.