Coded Behavior: Conduct Rules for Arab Workers' Associations

Basic information

Host or sponsor: Third Party
Type: Code of Conduct/Ethics
Year established: 2009
Status: In development
Summary: The code for Arab Worker's Associations is a set of conduct rules based on the concepts of freedom of workers' associations, addressing the rights of workers' unions; internal democracy of workers' associations, addressing internal democracy and governance; and effectiveness, concerning the conduct and practices that will allow them to enhance efficiency and achieve their objectives. The Code was introduced and discussed in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, and Lebanon.

Principles or standards: Principles-based
Communications / advocacy / fundraising:
- General commitment to transparency
Governance and Management:
- General commitment to good governance
Human resources:
- Staff development and training
Cross-cutting thematic areas:
- Gender equality
- Human rights
- CSO collaboration and partnership

Number of participating organisations: The Code has not yet reached a stage in development of gathering signatories. However, this process will begin in 2009.