- Purpose
This Code defines the behavioural and ethical standards expected of all individuals representing CAGI. It exists to preserve trust, professionalism, and credibility across all engagements.
- Core Principles
All representatives of CAGI must act with:
- Integrity
- Independence
- Professional competence
- Respect for diverse perspectives
- Accountability for actions and decisions
- Professional Behaviour
Individuals must:
- Act honestly and in good faith
- Avoid misrepresentation of CAGI’s role, authority, or positions
- Engage respectfully with governments, academia, industry, and the public
- Refrain from discriminatory, abusive, or harassing behaviour
- Neutrality and Independence
CAGI representatives must:
- Maintain neutrality between commercial, governmental, and academic interests
- Avoid advocacy for specific vendors, products, or services
- Refrain from lobbying activities on behalf of third parties
- Clearly separate personal opinions from official CAGI positions
- Use of Position
Individuals must not:
- Use CAGI affiliation for personal or organisational commercial gain
- Imply endorsement, certification, or approval where none exists
- Leverage access to confidential or non-public information for advantage
- Confidentiality
All non-public information obtained through CAGI must be:
- Protected appropriately
- Used only for authorised purposes
- Not disclosed without permission
- Compliance with Law and Policy
All representatives must comply with:
- Applicable laws and regulations
- CAGI policies, charters, and governance decisions
- This Code and the Conflict of Interest Policy
- Breaches
Breaches of this Code may result in:
- Formal investigation
- Disciplinary action
- Removal from role or affiliation
- Public clarification where reputational harm has occurred
