1. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Ethical issues in community interventions

2. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas What do we mean by ethics? Doing no harm. Respecting people's as ends, not means. Respecting participant's ability to play a role on what they need. Respect everyone's human, civil, and legal rights. Doing what is best for everyone. Not abusing your position.

3. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Why is ethical behavior important in community interventions? Program effectiveness. Standing in the community. Moral credibility and leadership. Professional and legal issues.

4. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas What are the ethical issues that need to be considered, and how do they play out in community interventions?

5. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 1. Confidentiality Program possibilities: No one will have access to records of a participant without her permission. Information may be shared among staff members for purposes of consultation. Information may be shared with other programs in which the participant is involved. Information is submitted to funding sources as documentation of services provided. Information is not confidential.

6. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 2. Consent Consent to sharing of information. Informed consent for services, treatment, research, or program conditions. Community consent.

7. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 3. Disclosure Disclosure to participants of the conditions of the program they're in. Disclosure of participant information to other individuals, agencies, etc. Disclosure of any conflict of interest.

8. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 4. Competence The organization can accomplish its goals under reasonable circumstances.

9. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 5. Conflict of interest Point it out to whoever needs to know. Eliminate the conflict situation.

10. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 6. Grossly unethical behavior Sexual relationships, exploit, fraud, discrimination, criminal behavior, etc.

11. Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas 7. General ethical responsibilities To funders To staff members To participants To the community