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FAPAC Code of Ethics and Conduct

Code of Ethics

Each member shall uphold the vision and objectives of FAPAC as expressed in its Constitution and Bylaws. It is incumbent upon each member to behave honorably in representing FAPAC at all organization activities and to avoid engaging in any transaction that may come in conflict with the interest of FAPAC. This Code applies to all FAPAC officers and members to include FAPAC chapters and its members.

Maintaining High Ethical Standards

Excellence in leadership and training is the focus of FAPAC, but all members must recognize that ethics – in words and in action – are just as important, and therefore, FAPAC leaders must exemplify high ethical standards.

Members must not use any form of communication that is derogatory, personally damaging or defaming another’s character, or disrespectful, nor conduct or condone any programs, publications or activities that are offensive or in poor taste or otherwise considered detrimental to the organization’s best interests. In addition, no such person or entity may create any newsletter or other publication that contains defamatory remarks, malicious and derogatory charges or false or libelous statements.

No FAPAC member may assist, invite, or condone any conduct which has the purpose or effect of interfering in the programs, proceedings, or affairs of FAPAC National or its chapters.

All FAPAC programs and activities carried out by FAPAC chapters and FAPAC National must set the highest ethical requirements, focusing on a standard of excellence that reflects credit on the organization.

If at any time the actions of a FAPAC member, to include members of chapters, conflict with the basic principles, ideals, or standards of FAPAC, the member may be subject to suspension or expulsion by FAPAC National Board of Directors. Other appropriate action may also be considered, and action can be taken.

CODE OF CONDUCT

The FAPAC Code of Conduct presents the core values of FAPAC and, more broadly, provides the standards for professional behavior and a guide to fundamental values and beliefs that are vital to the integrity of the organization. FAPAC serves the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community’s interest by acting asresponsible advocates for those we represent.

This Code applies to all FAPAC officers and members to include FAPAC chapters and its members. The Code is designed to be a useful guide for FAPAC officials and members as they carry out their duties and responsibilities as outlined in the FAPAC Constitution and Bylaws. FAPAC is committed to operating and adhering to all ethical and good business practices.

The value of the ethical conduct of officers and members is important in the pursuit of excellence in its service by exhibiting professional behavior and ethical conduct. The FAPAC National Board of Directors (NBOD) retain the right to bar or expel an officer or a member from membership who has been duly sanctioned after proper investigation by the NBOD and the Ethics Committee:

  1. Avoid real, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest that put’s one’s personal or professional interestsin conflict with FAPAC’s goals and objectives thereby undermining the trust of members, partners, employers, and the public. 
  2. Avoid actions and circumstances that may appear to compromise the public trust and the good standing of FAPAC, i.e., inappropriate, and unprofessional behavior during the FAPAC national conference and/or meetings and workshops.
  3. Report practices that fail to comply with the Code, whether committed by  officers or members, to the appropriate authority as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the FAPAC Ethics Committee.
  4. Be honest and accurate in all communications by protecting and advancing the free flow of accurate and truthful information that is essential to serving FAPAC. Respect all opinions and support the right of free expression.
  5. Build trust with the officers and members by revealing all information needed for responsible decision making.
  6. Act promptly to correct erroneous communications for which the official or member is responsible.
  7. Protect the privacy rights of officers, members, partners, and organizations, by safeguarding confidential information.
  8. Be committed to those we represent, while honoring our obligation to serve the AANHPI community and the public interest.
  9. Advance FAPAC through continued professional development, research, education and building understanding, credibility, and relationships among a wide array of institutions and audiences.