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Welcome to Valoriem

Valoriem is an independent, community-driven initiative dedicated to helping people make informed, values-based decisions about the brands and companies they support.

We maintain a public, non-commercial directory of Values-Based Profiles — structured overviews of companies that highlight key ethical, environmental, social, and governance factors. Our goal is not to promote or condemn, but to empower consumers through reliable, transparent, and balanced information.

What We Stand For

We believe in:

  • Objectivity and Transparency – Facts matter. Our goal is that every claim is backed by verifiable sources, and our community is encouraged to uphold that standard.
  • Community Participation – Anyone can help improve the catalogue through open collaboration.
  • Editorial Integrity – Our policies ensure independence from advertising, sponsorships, and commercial influence.
  • Empowerment Through Knowledge – Consumers deserve tools that align with their values, not just their shopping habits.

About the Platform

Valoriem is powered by MediaWiki, the same platform behind Wikipedia, but our mission is distinct: while encyclopedias aim to describe the world as it is, we aim to help people shape the world they want to live in.

We are currently in the process of building out our contributor community, refining editorial policies, and preparing for public participation.

Looking Ahead

In the coming months, we plan to:

  • Expand the directory to cover hundreds of widely known brands.
  • Invite public feedback on editorial policies and sourcing standards.
  • Launch opportunities for participation, funding, and governance.

If you are reading this as a prospective board member, contributor, or partner, thank you for your interest. We look forward to building something meaningful — and accountable — together.