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🎤 🤩 Exciting News from The Ethics Institute! Kris Dobie, Senior Manager: Organisational Ethics, will be moderating a session during Integrity at Work Week 2024! Session Title: 🛠 The Practicalities of Setting Up Conflict of Interest Management Processes in Organisations Conflicts of interest are closely linked to corruption. While not every conflict leads to corruption, almost all cases of corruption involve a conflict of interest. 🌍💼 This session dives into the systems and processes organisations need to manage these conflicts responsibly — and the potential pitfalls along the way. 👥 Our Expert Panellists: Phindi Twala – Senior Manager, Ethics and Compliance for e& Group Emelia Asiedu Attoh – Senior Ethics Manager, MTN Ghana Johanna van Wyngaard – Senior Associate of The Ethics Institute & retired Ethics Officer of the MTN Group 📅 25–28 November 2024 | Online conference, hosted by Transparency International Ireland. This event brings together global leaders and professionals to explore critical themes in workplace ethics, whistleblowing, and compliance. 💡 Special Offer: Use promo code: EDHEC-IAWC to secure your spot today! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from seasoned ethics practitioners and elevate your understanding of workplace integrity! 🙌 Read more here | https://lnkd.in/dB37uzhW #IntegrityAtWorkWeek #EthicsInAction #WorkplaceIntegrity #TheEthicsInstitute #ConflictOfInterestManagement #TransparencyInternational

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Dararith Kim Yeat, Founder of the Parliamentary Centre of Asia (PCAsia), and Mr. Christophe Pallez, former Ethics Officer of the National Assembly of France, for their invaluable visit and insights. Our discussion centered around the proposed ethics framework drafted by Mr. Christophe, exploring key issues that need to be addressed from Malaysia's perspective. It was an enriching exchange, and we are optimistic that this initiative will significantly enhance accountability among members of parliament. At the last regional conference, the C4 Center emphasized the urgent need for PCAsia to lead the development of a comprehensive code of ethics framework for parliamentarians. Such a framework would serve as a guideline for member states to adapt within their legislatures. In Malaysia, for instance, the lack of a dedicated code of ethics for members of parliament is a glaring gap. The current reliance on a few standing orders fails to address critical issues, such as conflicts of interest (COI). COI remains a pervasive issue, even among national leaders who champion anti-corruption efforts. Many do not fully grasp how COI serves as both an enabler and a manifestation of grand corruption. We are hopeful that this collaboration will pave the way for more robust ethical governance, setting a higher standard for accountability across the region.

HIGH-LEVEL MEETING ON THE CODE OF ETHICS FOR BUSINESS IN KENYA Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in partnership with the Global Compact Network Kenya (GCNK) and the Kenya Association of Manufacturers will today host a high-level meeting on the Code of Ethics for Business in Kenya in Nairobi.   The Code of Ethics for Business in Kenya is an initiative that aims to promote and enhance business ethics in line with the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact in Human Rights, Labour Standards, Environment, and Anti-Corruption. It applies to private companies that expect their business partners to adhere to it. It does not replace but complements the individual company code of ethics and the existing legislative frameworks. The meeting is designed to help signatory companies understand their commitments under the Code and obligations to establish robust compliance programs.

Those in the accountability community must follow strict independence and ethical standards in performing their work. The U.S. Government Accountability Office's Government Auditing Standards, a.k.a. the Yellow Book, provides the foundation in this area. The insightful guidebook shared below offers practical considerations and steps to audit and review ethics and integrity units of organizations. #ethics #integrity #leadbyexample

The ABEC Conference 2019, held in Nairobi, Kenya, focused on promoting.... .... transparency and accountability in the private sector to combat corruption. The event gathered over 222 delegates from various sectors, emphasizing the need for ethical business practices. Key discussions highlighted the importance of collaboration between the private and public sectors, the role of media in exposing corruption, and the necessity for legal frameworks supporting anti-corruption efforts. Recommendations included capacity building for SMEs, embracing technology for accountability, and fostering a culture of ethics and integrity within organizations. The conference aimed to raise business standards to attract foreign investment and ensure economic stability. The 2024 Africa Business Ethics Conference (ABEC) will be held in Nairobi, and registrations are now open. This event aims to bring together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss best practices for promoting transparency and accountability in business. Participants can expect engaging discussions on ethics, anti-corruption measures, and the role of the private sector in fostering a culture of integrity. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and collaborate on strategies to enhance ethical business practices across Africa. Don't miss the chance to be part of this important conversation! Register, https://lnkd.in/d4FZCh9D

#LeadingThe Way Congratulations to Education Update Journal for setting a new standard in business ethics by taking the bold steps to move from Green to Silver on Ethics 1st™ with CIPE AFRICA ! 👏 Ethics 1st™ empowers African businesses to meet globally recognized compliance and anti-corruption standards. By prioritizing ethics, companies like Education Update Journal are leading the way in transforming how Africa does business and enhancing their appeal to the global market. #AfricanMSMEs Discover how Ethics 1st™ can give your business a competitive edge in the international market https://loom.ly/3gb6x6A #SustainableBusiness #EthicalLeadership #BusinessExcellence #EthicsInAction #BusinessWithIntegrity #AfricaBusiness

The Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA) has officially entered into a strategic partnership with The Ethics Institute (TEI). This collaboration, marked by the signing of a memorandum of agreement between Arlene-Lynn Volmink, CEO of IIA SA, and Dr. Liezel Groenewald, CEO of TEI, aims to enhance professional development and advance business ethics. Together, we’re committed to fostering ethical standards and excellence in our professions. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ds_9AfVp #ethics #internalaudit #strategicpartnership #iiasa

This handbook by The Ethics Institute aims to provide guidance on the reporting and auditing of the organisational ethics and integrity component. Without a strong ethical culture, it would be impossible for governing bodies to have confidence that they are being managed effectively. International and local corporate ethics failures, together with large-scale corruption and state capture have left stakeholders and regulators with the belief that more meaningful transparency is both desirable and possible. These developments signal that greater transparency is required from governing bodies to external stakeholders. To bring this about there would need to be a concomitant transparency from management to these governance structures. Governing bodies can only report on information that they are aware of. This requires improved information management in organisations, and structured and meaningful reporting to the oversight structures. Thanks to authors Kris Dobie and Kato Plant #Ethics #audit #reporting #transparency #oversight

🌍 International Anti-Corruption Day 🌍 At The Ethics Institute, we reaffirm our commitment to building an ethically responsible society. Corruption erodes trust, hinders progress, and deprives communities of opportunities. Together, we can combat corruption through ethical leadership, transparency, and accountability. Our contributions include: 🔹 Training Offerings: Empowering organisations through programmes like the Ethics Officer Certification and Corruption Prevention Training. 🔹 Advisory Services: Providing expert guidance on governance structures, ethics management, and ethical culture change interventions. 🔹 Assessments & Audits: Helping organisations identify and mitigate risks with tools like Ethics Risk Assessments and Anti-Corruption Capacity Audits. 🔹 Thought Leadership: Driving conversations and research to inspire ethical consciousness across sectors. Read more about us here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gksXuHV8 #AntiCorruptionDay #EthicsLeadership #IntegrityMatters #TheEthicsInstitute

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