Code of Conduct

In the Enactus organisation, where borders between countries are becoming increasingly transparent, principles adhered to by network participants are becoming the necessary criteria for building a good reputation in the international business community. The following principles are the basis on which ongoing quality relationships are formed and maintained.

This Code of Conduct should be applied in good faith, with reasonable business judgment, to enable Enactus to achieve its mission within the framework of the laws of each participating country. It applies to all individuals participating in the network in any capacity (including, but not limited to: employees, student team members, Faculty Advisors, judges at Enactus competitions, alumni, and members of the Enactus Board and Business Advisory Boards). These individuals will be referred to as network participants within this Code of Conduct.

Enactus expects all network participants to treat one another and all people with dignity and constant respect. We will value the differences between diverse individuals from around the world. Abusive, harassing, or offensive conduct is unacceptable, whether verbal, physical, or visual. This consideration would prohibit any network participant at any time from physically or verbally abusing another person; from speaking negatively about other network members while representing themselves as an official member of the network; from using profane language or vulgar gestures; from demeaning or belittling another person or making derogatory comments about their race, sex, religion, age, disability, national origin or sexual orientation; and from engaging in conduct intended, or so reckless as to be likely to cause harm to another.

Enactus expects all participants to demonstrate honesty and integrity in their statements and actions. All participants shall adhere to the ideals of honesty, fairness, and “doing the right thing” without compromise, even when circumstances make it difficult.

When speaking to the news media and in other public statements and settings, participants should conduct themselves with respect and dignity, and they should not demean the organisation or other network participants. If, in the context of public statements and settings, participants wish to speak as private individuals, they shall make clear their intention to do so.

Network participants should display and use the Enactus logo only in accordance with the Trademark Guidelines and in a manner appropriate to the organisation’s purpose.

It is the personal responsibility of each individual working within and through the network to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in all dealings, whether inside or outside the activities of the network.

Enactus seeks to be highly regarded around the world. We wish to earn and preserve a good reputation by striving for excellence in everything we do. As a participant in the network, your actions are a reflection of Enactus at all times.