Back
Ethical Governance
Promoting organizational integrity, accountability, and transparent practices in business operations and decision-making.
Scope Note: UN SDG 16; OECD Guidelines Chapter II: General Policies and Chapter VII: Combating Bribery; EU ESPR Art. 11-12.
Narrower Concepts
| URI | Definition |
|---|---|
| topics:anti-corruption-measures | Preventing bribery, extortion, and corrupt practices through policies, controls, and organizational culture. |
| topics:open-reporting | Transparent disclosure of environmental, social, and governance performance to stakeholders and the public. |
| topics:legal-compliance | Adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations in all jurisdictions of operation. |
| topics:responsible-procurement | Ethical sourcing and purchasing practices that consider environmental, social, and governance factors in supplier selection. |
| topics:stakeholder-inclusion | Meaningful engagement with affected parties including workers, communities, and civil society in governance processes. |
| topics:data-privacy | Protection of personal information and responsible data handling in compliance with privacy regulations and ethical standards. |
| topics:ip-protection | Respecting intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. |
| topics:competitive-fairness | Ensuring fair market practices, preventing anti-competitive behavior, and maintaining a level playing field. |
Related Match
| URI | |
|---|---|
| sdg:16 |