The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
has several codes of conduct that govern the behavior and actions of its staff
members. Here are some of the main codes of conduct for UNHCR:
Code
of Conduct for Staff: This code outlines the standards of behavior that
are expected of all UNHCR staff members, including integrity, professionalism,
respect, and accountability.
Code
of Ethics for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation and
Abuse: This code sets out UNHCR's commitment to protecting children from
sexual exploitation and abuse by staff members and other partners.
Code
of Conduct for Partners: UNHCR requires all its partners, including NGOs,
governments, and other organizations, to adhere to a code of conduct that
includes principles of integrity, respect for human rights, and
accountability.
Prevention
of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy: This policy outlines UNHCR's
commitment to preventing sexual exploitation and abuse by staff members
and other partners, and includes guidelines for reporting and responding
to allegations of misconduct.
Standards
of Professional Conduct for International Civil Servants: This code of
conduct applies to all UN staff members, including those working for
UNHCR, and sets out the ethical principles and standards of behavior
expected of international civil servants.
These codes of conduct are critical to ensuring that UNHCR
staff members operate with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism,
and accountability, and uphold the rights and dignity of refugees and other
displaced persons.