17Track D

Practical Ethics

• 09/12/2025
• 08:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• 4 hours

Course Description

This workshop addresses common ethical problem areas for government employees.  It focuses on the importance of culture in maintaining an ethical work environment.  Topics covered include: 1) use of government position; 2) conflict of interest – financial; 3) impartiality; 4) seeking other employment; 5) outside activities; and 6) gifts.  Applicable statutes and regulations for the host government are incorporated.  The workshop is case-based with extensive participant discussion throughout the workshop.

What You Will Learn

• Understand the importance of culture in creating and maintaining an ethical work environment.
• Understand the areas commonly addressed in ethical regulations.
• Identify applicable statutes and regulations.
• Discuss common ethical dilemmas and determine appropriate courses of action in response.

Who Should Attend?

APIPA conference sessions are intended for island government accountability professionals.  Audit, budget, finance, accounting, and related management and staff members will find interest and value in this presentation.

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