BOARD MEMBER CODE OF ETHICS Directions: Washington County Wellness Initiative (WCWI) board members are expected to adhere to the highest standards of ethics in their service as trustees of WCWI. After reviewing the following statements, sign this Code of Ethics to indicate your commitment to ethical board service. As a member of the Board of Directors of Washington County Wellness Initiative, I will:
Read, understand and adhere to WCWI’s conflict of interest policy.
Represent the interests of all people served by this organization, and not favor special interests inside or outside of WCWI.
Not use my service on the board for personal advantage or the advantage of friends or associates.
Strictly observe confidentiality of information pertaining to WCWI governance, other board members, staff, volunteers and children and families served by Washington County Wellness Initiative.
Respect and support majority decisions of the board.
Approach all board issues with an open mind, prepared to make the best decisions for everyone involved.
Do nothing to violate the trust of those who elected or appointed me to the board, or of those we serve.
Focus my efforts on the mission of WCWI and not on my personal goals.
Never exercise authority as a board member except when acting in a meeting with the full board or as delegated by the board.
Consider myself a “trustee” of Washington County Wellness Initiative and do my best to ensure that it is well maintained, financially secure, growing, and always operating in the best interests of those we serve.
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Approved 13 May 2015 by Washington County Wellness Initiative’s Network Governing Board