Code of Conduct
As a nonprofit organization at the forefront of supporting and advocating for the independence of Blind, Low-Vision and Deafblind individuals and families, Activate Inclusion’s policy is to uphold the highest legal, ethical, and moral standards. Our clients, volunteers and donors support Activate Inclusion because they trust us to be good stewards and to uphold rigorous standards of conduct. Our reputation for integrity and excellence requires the careful observance of all applicable laws and regulations, as well as a scrupulous regard for the highest standards of professional conduct and personal integrity.
Activate Inclusion will comply with all applicable laws and regulations and expects its directors, officers, employees and contractors to conduct business in accordance with the letter and spirit of all relevant laws; to refrain from any illegal, dishonest, or unethical conduct; to act in a professional, businesslike manner; and to treat others with respect. Directors and officers should not use their positions to obtain unreasonable or excessive services or expertise from Activate Inclusion’s staff, volunteers or contractors.
In general, the use of good judgment based on high ethical principles will guide directors, officers, employees, volunteers and contractors with respect to lines of acceptable conduct. However, if a situation arises where it is difficult to determine the proper course of conduct, or where questions arise concerning the propriety of certain conduct by an individual or others, the matter should be brought to the attention of Activate Inclusion. Staff should contact their immediate supervisor and, if necessary, the director of human resources. Board members should raise any such concerns with the chair or the treasurer of Activate Inclusion’s board. In all questions involving ethics and conduct, the board will make relevant determinations, except that any individual whose conduct is at issue will not participate in such decisions.
Last updated: October 30th, 2021.