Ethical ENGAGEMENT
Fostering Respectful, Accountable, and Inclusive Practices in Global Development
Ethical Engagement goes beyond community interaction, it stems from organisational and programmatic practices and culture. It is about building ethical frameworks that guide not only how to engage with communities and partners but also the internal policies, culture, and operations.
How do our organisational policies reflect ethical values?
Are our HR practices inclusive, equitable, and accountable?
How do we ensure meaningful collaboration with communities and partners?
Are our program designs and implementations respectful and participatory?
why it matters
Development risks perpetuating harm when ethical considerations are siloed or overlooked. Challenges include:
Organisational practices that exclude or marginalise staff and partners
Program designs that fail to center local knowledge and consent
HR policies that do not reflect the values of inclusion and equity
Engagement methods that reinforce unequal power dynamics
