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Code of Ethical Practices

Our Core Values

Our ethical standards are guided by four core values:

  • Integrity in our decisions, actions, and professional conduct;
  • Competence in the application and continuous development of our skills and professional capabilities;
  • Value in the contributions we make to our employers, organizations, clients, and stakeholders; and
  • Responsibility in our social, environmental, and professional obligations to society.

Standards of Professional Conduct

Based on these core values, members of the WCI fellowship and association are expected to uphold the following standards in their professional conduct and business practices:

  1. Act with integrity and impartiality
    Avoid conduct, behaviour, or actions that could improperly influence professional judgement or management decisions.

  2. Avoid conflicts of interest
    Refrain from entering into arrangements, reciprocal agreements, or relationships that may conflict with the lawful interests of employers, clients, or other stakeholders.

  3. Maintain professional propriety
    Conduct all professional activities with honesty, fairness, respect, and appropriate professional behaviour.

  4. Protect confidential and proprietary information
    Safeguard confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information belonging to employers, clients, and business associates, and do not use such information for unauthorized personal benefit.

  5. Pursue continuous professional development
    Maintain and enhance professional knowledge, skills, and capabilities through ongoing learning and development.

  6. Exercise due diligence and reasonable care
    Perform professional responsibilities diligently, competently, and within the limits of assigned authority, with the objective of delivering value to employers, clients, and stakeholders.

  7. Comply with applicable laws and regulations
    Observe all relevant laws, regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies governing professional conduct and workplace practices.

  8. Promote social responsibility and sustainability
    Support responsible, sustainable, and ethical practices that contribute positively to the workplace, the community, and society.

By adhering to this Code of Ethical Practices, members of the WCI fellowship and association demonstrate their commitment to integrity, professional competence, responsible conduct, and the advancement of high ethical standards in the global professional community.

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