A grass roots non-profit for the benefit of impoverished children of Bali and Tibetan refugee children in India

Ethics Statement

 

Smiles for the Children

Code of Ethics

 

We pledge to deal fairly, equitably,

openly and honestly with:

 

Children: by giving the highest priority in all decisions to the well-being of each individual child in a constructive family and community context; by fostering his or her growth as a contributing member of society; by promoting the child's self-respect and human rights, and by internationally promoting social and economic development consistent with these goals.

 

Parents: by ensuring that they fully understand their parental rights and obligation to assume responsibility for their role in SFC activities so that they and their children can realize their full potential as the primary force in determining their own destiny.

 

Donors: by standing fully behind the accuracy of information sent to donors from the field about the needs of each individual child and his or her family, and by responding to the sponsor's inquiries promptly, honestly, and as fully as possible, in keeping with the highest standards of respect for the rights and sensitivity of all parties concerned.

 

Employees and Volunteers: by clearly explaining their duties and the organization's responsibilities and obligations to the child and the sponsor; by dealing with each employee on the merits of individual performance as it relates to the overall conduct of the organization's business, and establishing a cooperative, safe and satisfying work environment.

 

Political Neutrality: while we assist children of refugees of Tibetans displaced from their homeland by the political conflict with China, Smiles for the Children is completely non-political in its purpose, and makes no attempt to influence the political situation. Our only goal is to assist the child-victims of this unfortunate long running dispute.