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WHO Code of Ethics Summary

Ethical Principles:

1. Integrity

   • Demonstrate honesty, impartiality, and incorruptibility in all matters, acting in good faith.
   • Represent WHO with loyalty, respect, and protect stakeholder trust.

2. Accountability

   • Act in accordance with WHO policies and procedures, take responsibility for actions, and ensure proper resource management.
   • Uphold confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest.

3. Independence and Impartiality

   • Act solely under the Director-General’s authority, exercising discretion and avoiding activities that conflict with WHO’s interests.

4. Respect

   • Foster an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and violence, including against children.
   • Promote gender equity and support work-life balance.

5. Professional Conduct

   • Ensure safe work environments, avoid harmful behaviors, and uphold ethical standards in research and media relations.

Core Values:

• Trusted to serve public health (people-first, independent, fair).
• Professionals committed to excellence (highest professionalism, scientific evidence).
• Persons of integrity (action-oriented honesty).
• Collaborative colleagues and partners (strengthening partnerships).
• People caring about people (defending health rights with compassion).

Ethical Commitment:

• Compliance with:
  • WHO Oath of Office & Loyalty
  • Code of Ethics & Guiding Framework
  • WHO Values Charter
  • Staff Regulations, Financial Rules, and Other Policies
  • Local Laws and Human Rights Standards

Regulations and Responsibilities:

• Personnel must declare personal interests, manage conflicts of interest, and adhere to rules on gifts, social activities, financial conduct, and non-State actor engagements (e.g., cannot engage with tobacco, arms industries).

Consequences:

• Failure to adhere to standards may lead to disciplinary actions, including dismissal or referral to authorities.
• Prompt reporting of misconduct is mandatory; retaliation is prohibited.

Key Resources:

• Ethics Unit (CRE), Internal Oversight Services (IOS), Ombudsperson, Legal Counsel, Human Resources
• Integrity Hotline: investigation@who.int
• Ethics Q&A: https://who.int