Title: OAS Code of Ethics
Course: Code of Ethics and conduct OAS - 3rd Edition > Section: Module 2. Ethics and the GS/OAS

The OAS General Secretariat Code of Ethics (''Code of Ethics”) is an Executive Order, No. 12-03 Rev.1, that summarizes the general ethical principles that are contained in the Internal Law of the Organization ("Internal Law") in concise, non-legalistic terms.

The Code of Ethics highlights many common situations faced by Staff Members and Other Service Providers in their daily activities. If after reading the Code you are not sure how to act, other resources are available to you that will be explained later in this course.

Ethical conduct is the foundation upon which the GS/OAS conducts its business. Compliance by Staff Members and Other Service Providers with the ethical principles that govern their behavior and the operations of the General Secretariat is essential to foster public trust in GS/OAS and to ensure a positive and productive work environment.

Where to find it

The Code of Ethics is available, both in English and Spanish, to download at 👉 http://www.oas.org/legal/spanish/gensec/EXOR1203_Rev1.htm

Remember. While this course does not include all of the content in the Code of Ethics,   do not assume that topics not discussed in this course are irrelevant and unimportant. All of the rules, principles and guidelines stated in the Code of Ethics are meant to help you behave in a way that is expected of you.