CODE
OF CONDUCT

Overview

 

Honesty

• Speak the truth with kindness, to preserve trust and dignity.

• Avoid gossip or harmful speech, to cultivate harmony.

• Mean what you say, ensuring authenticity in words.

• Listen deeply, showing others that they are valued.        

 

Hospitality

• Share what you have, following traditions of welcoming strangers.

• Offer warmth and care, like the Japanese concept of omotenashi.

• Give without pride or pity, ensuring your actions preserve dignity.

• Share food and space freely, advancing connection and equality.        

 

Generosity

• Share skills and knowledge, empowering others.

• Give without expecting in return, nurturing trust and kindness.

• Offer time and presence, demonstrating care and commitment.

• Anticipate needs, showing thoughtfulness and empathy.

 

Courtesy

• Respect personal boundaries, to ensure comfort for all.

• Express gratitude often, even for small acts.

• Practice politeness, such as using “please” and “thank you” liberally.

• Avoid unnecessary criticism, offering constructive feedback instead.

       

Stewardship

• Leave spaces better than you found them, reflecting care for others.

• Maintain quiet where appropriate, respecting shared environments.

• Acknowledge everyone’s efforts, promoting appreciation.

• Use resources mindfully, avoiding overconsumption.

       

Fairness

• Pay forward good deeds, inspiring a cycle of kindness.

• Follow the Golden Rule, treating others as you wish to be treated.

• Seek balance, not advantage, sustaining equity in relationships.

• Give selflessly, focusing on collective well-being over personal gain.

       

Self-Control

• Pause before reacting, ensuring thoughtful responses.

• Be mindful of your impact, considering how actions affect others.

• Practice moderation, avoiding extremes.

• Prioritise self-perception, being aware of your thoughts and feelings.

       

Unity

• Include others, ensuring no one feels left out.

• Lift as you climb, helping others succeed alongside you.

• Celebrate collective effort, reinforcing shared accomplishments.

• Create shared traditions, building bonds and continuity.

       

Evolution

• Learn from mistakes, embracing a growth mindset.

• Be humble, acknowledging your limitations and valuing others.

• Reflect often, aligning your actions with your values.

• Embrace continuous learning, seeking knowledge and growth throughout life.

       

Kindness

• Practice random kindness, spreading joy unexpectedly.

• Be patient with others, offering understanding and time.

• Acknowledge and celebrate others, cultivating connection.

• Help without being asked, anticipating the needs of others.

      

Gratitude

• Appreciate small acts, recognising everyday kindness.

• Maintain a gratitude practice, fostering a mindset of abundance.

• Express gratitude often, strengthening relationships.

• Find gratitude in difficulty, reframing challenges as opportunities.

 

Inclusion

• Celebrate diversity, appreciating humanity’s rich tapestry.

• Avoid assumptions, approaching others with curiosity and openness.

• Honour differences in opinion, promoting respectful dialogue.

• Promote inclusion, creating equitable and welcoming spaces.

       

Patience

• Respect the pace of others, avoiding unnecessary pressure.

• Wait your turn, ensuring fairness and order.

• Choose your moment wisely, acting with awareness and consideration.

• Cultivate patience in uncertainty, fostering resilience.

       

Empathy

• Seek to understand before being understood, prioritising listening.

• Avoid public confrontation, preserving dignity and harmony.

• Reconcile quickly, addressing conflicts before they escalate.

• Focus on solutions, not blame, fostering collaboration.

       

Integrity

• Be reliable, demonstrating dependability.

• Follow through on promises, building trust and respect.

• Admit when you can’t commit, ensuring authenticity.

• Prioritise commitments, focusing on what aligns with your values.

       

Positivity

• Laugh with, not at, fostering inclusive humour.

• Spread optimism, focusing on solutions over negativity.

• Laugh at yourself, showing humility and resilience.

• Use humour to build bridges, easing tension and creating connection.

       

Respect

• Honour the wisdom of age, preserving knowledge and experience.

• Encourage and protect youth, nurturing future generations.

• Foster intergenerational collaboration, blending wisdom and innovation.

• Preserve and share stories, creating continuity and shared identity.

       

Humility

• Let actions speak louder than words, focusing on deeds over recognition.

• Avoid one-upmanship, fostering collaboration over competition.

• Recognise and appreciate others, highlighting their contributions.

• Embrace imperfection, treating mistakes as opportunities for growth.

       

Protection

• Respect all life, minimising suffering and harm to living beings.

• Use only what you need, practising mindful consumption.

• Support animal welfare, promoting humane treatment and conservation.

• Live in harmony with nature, aligning human activity with ecological balance.

 

Advocacy

• Recognise your privileges, bolstering empathy and responsibility.

• Speak up for the voiceless, advocating for equity.

• Give without seeking credit, focusing on the collective good.

• Use privilege to challenge injustice, creating fairer systems.

       

Balance

• Be gentle with yourself, practising self-compassion.

• Balance work and rest, ensuring sustainability.

• Nourish your body and mind, maintaining physical and mental health.

• Set boundaries, protecting your time and energy.

       

Leadership

• Lead by example, inspiring trust and respect.

• Admit mistakes and make amends, providing accountability.

• Act with fairness, ensuring justice and inclusivity.

• Make decisions with long-term impact, prioritising sustainability.

       

Acceptance

• Don’t take yourself too seriously, embracing humility and humanity.

• Welcome the learning process, finding joy in growth.

• Embrace joyful acceptance, lightening the weight of challenges.

• Appreciate imperfection, celebrating uniqueness and resilience.

       

Citizenship

• See the world as your family, strengthening compassion and solidarity.

• Think beyond yourself, imagining your actions multiplied by humanity.

• Embrace cultural awareness, appreciating diversity.

• Contribute to global solutions, advocating for sustainability and equity.