Mission
To conduct research into the causes and effects of unemployment and to study and investigate the feasibility and methods of insuring against unemployment and to devise ways and means of preventing and alleviating the distress and hardship caused by unemployment, and to create, experiment with and put into effect any plan or device that the Board of Trustees may determine feasible to accomplish said purposes.
Vision
To be nationally renowned for research on the causes and consequences of unemployment and the changing nature of employment, and for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and policies to alleviate unemployment and improve the quality of work.
Core Values
Integrity
- Is the foundation of our relationships with each other and with our customers and partners. We are honest, truthful, trustworthy and our research is conducted with objectivity and impartiality.
Excellence
- Is intentional. We are determined to focus on continual improvement in order to be our best selves and do our best work.
Inclusion
- Is key to leveraging the benefits of diversity. We celebrate the richness of our differences and maintain an environment where all individuals are valued and feel supported in their efforts to further our mission.
Respect
- Is essential because our work is a collaborative effort. We treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and politeness.
Stewardship
- Is honoring our history by careful use of our financial, human, and physical resources to maximize our impact. We are responsible stewards of our assets.