The RCCI Code of Conduct is designed to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and inclusivity among its members. Membership is both a privilege and a responsibility, and adherence to this Code ensures the trust and mutual respect necessary for a thriving business community.
1. General Principles
- Legal Compliance: Members must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and Chamber bylaws, both locally and internationally.
- Ethical Practices: Conduct business with honesty, integrity, and transparency, avoiding corrupt practices, bribery, and unethical behaviors.
- Non-Discrimination: Uphold policies of inclusivity, rejecting discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status.
2. Professional Conduct
- Respect and Collaboration: Treat all members, Chamber staff, and the community with respect and professionalism, fostering an environment of mutual trust and cooperation.
- Reputation Management: Represent the Chamber positively in all activities, safeguarding its reputation and credibility.
- Conflict Resolution: Address disputes constructively and respectfully, utilizing mediation or arbitration where appropriate.
3. Responsibilities toward Employees
- Safe Workplace: Ensure a harassment-free, safe, and respectful work environment in compliance with legal standards.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Value and promote diversity in the workplace, encouraging equal opportunities for all.
- Employee Development: Recognize and reward merit, and provide opportunities for professional growth and development.
4. Customer Relations
- Fair Treatment: Treat customers with fairness and respect, honoring their cultural and personal values.
- Transparency: Provide accurate information about products and services, and uphold commitments made to customers.
- Dispute Resolution: Offer clear processes for addressing customer concerns and complaints.
5. Supplier and Partner Relations
- Ethical Sourcing: Engage with suppliers and partners committed to ethical practices and sustainability.
- Collaboration: Foster mutually beneficial relationships based on respect and shared values.
- Transparency: Maintain open and honest communication with all stakeholders.
6. Commitment to Competition
- Fair Practices: Compete fairly and ethically, avoiding anti-competitive behaviors.
- Market Integrity: Promote free and open competition that benefits the business community and the broader economy.
7. Environmental Responsibility
- Sustainability: Strive to minimize the environmental impact of business activities.
- Compliance: Adhere to lawful environmental standards applicable to the industry.
- Advocacy: Promote awareness and adoption of environmentally responsible practices.
8. Community Engagement
- Local Support: Actively contribute to the local community through charitable initiatives and economic development.
- Corporate Citizenship: Promote ethical business practices and social responsibility.
- Partnerships: Collaborate with community organizations to address societal challenges.
9. Communication and Media Relations
- Professional Representation: Ensure that all public and private communications reflect positively on RCCI.
- Confidentiality: Safeguard sensitive information and disclose it only when authorized or legally obligated.
- Social Media: Use social media responsibly, refraining from derogatory or inflammatory statements.
10. Membership Obligations
- Participation: Engage actively in Chamber activities and events to foster collaboration and growth.
- Support for Mission: Promote and uphold the mission and goals of the RCCI.
- Adherence: Follow all guidelines outlined in this Code, with violations subject to review and potential disciplinary action.
Privacy Policy
By joining RCCI, members acknowledge that the Rodrigues Chamber of Commerce and Industry collects personal information, which will be used for internal purposes and which it may share with certain service providers. You may instruct us not to process your personal information for marketing purposes by email at any time. In practice, you will usually either expressly agree in advance to our use of your personal information for marketing purposes, or we will provide you with an opportunity to opt-out of the use of your personal information for marketing purposes. For more details please see RCCI’s Privacy Policy.
By committing to this Code of Conduct, RCCI members affirm their dedication to fostering an ethical, inclusive, and prosperous business environment in Rodrigues and beyond.
