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ID4Africa Code of Ethics
- Freedom and Equality: We affirm that all individuals are born free and equal in dignity.
- Human Rights: We uphold the inherent human rights bestowed upon every individual.
- Non-Discrimination: We stand for principles of non-discrimination, ensuring that our endeavours do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic.
- Inclusivity: We embrace diversity and inclusivity in all facets of our work, striving for equitable access and representation for every individual and community.
- Cultural Sensitivity: We recognize and respect the moral values, religions, customs, traditions, and cultures of the communities we engage with, avoiding any actions or decisions that may inadvertently cause offense or harm.
- Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring integrity, honesty, and moral principles guide all our interactions. We employ merit-based selection processes for decisions related to our events and actions, unequivocally rejecting corruption, bribery, or any form of financial impropriety, illegalities, or misconduct.
- Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and decisions, acknowledging and rectifying any mistakes or shortcomings.
- Identity-for-all: We uphold the right of all individuals to be visible, and to have a recognized proof of their identity through a fair, inclusive and reliable identification process that upholds the rule of law, does not discriminate, and safeguards individual freedom, rights, privacy, and personal data.
- Do-No-Harm: We adhere to the humanitarian principle of Do-No-Harm, refraining from supporting any identity system that negatively impacts the well-being of the people we aim to assist.
- Sustainability: We prioritize the long-term sustainability of our interventions and initiatives, striving to create lasting positive impacts while minimizing any negative consequences Additionally, we conduct our activities in an environmentally responsible manner, aiming to respect and minimize any adverse impact on the environment.
- Data Protection and Privacy: We ensure the responsible handling and protection of personal data, respecting individuals’ privacy rights, in compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
- Independence: We maintain independence from special interest influence and geopolitical agendas, while aligning with policies and legislation supportive of responsible identity system adoption.
- Freedom-of-Choice: We advocate for government stakeholders to objectively and transparently select solutions that best suit their needs and contexts, free from external interference and in accordance with their sovereignty.
- Openness to Collaborate: We foster an environment that is receptive to collaboration and partnerships to drive positive change and advance shared goals.
