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(Oct. 23, 2006) The International Statement of Ethical Principles, a series of values and standards for the global fundraising community, was approved unanimously Monday, Oct. 16, at the fourth International Fundraising Summit in Noordwijkerhout, Holland.

The document, which was developed with input from more than 30 national fundraising associations around the world, is designed to be an overarching statement of macro-level principles that can unite all fundraisers.

Individual fundraisers will continue to subscribe to a particular local or national code of ethics, which will address key details and specific issues relevant to their region and code. The international statement will focus on shared principles, such as honesty, respect and transparency, and is flexible enough to accommodate political, cultural and legal differences. It also contains six standards of practice related to issues such as stewardship of donations, communications and compensation."
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