Chapter 7 Rhode Island case study – Ensuring enforcement and sanctions for more effective codes of ethics
A code of ethics is not simply a nicely written piece of paper with uplifting promises to “strive to do our best,” which is shared and then filed and maybe forgotten. Instead, a meaningful code of ethics must be a living document that is regularly reviewed, assessed, and used to ensure full compliance. And without question, it must have teeth. It must address accountability and include specific details about compliance, enforcement, and appropriate sanctions.
This chapter presents another personal story of stepping up to improve ethical behavior through independent review of inappropriate behavior based on ...
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