3. Guiding Principles

  • Transparency: All members must disclose any situation that may constitute a conflict of interest. 

  • Impartiality: Decisions must be made in the interest of the organization, not personal interests. 

  • Responsibility: Each person is responsible for identifying and communicating potential conflicts. 

  • Power Dynamics: Note how conflicts of interest can arise in relationships with beneficiaries, especially if there is a power imbalance. 

  • Organizational Culture: Promote a culture of integrity and transparency as part of the institutional commitment to ethics.