Ethical Considerations and Best Practices in Non-Profit Governance
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-lg-fr-ens-10
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About the Article
Ethics form the cornerstone of governance in non-profit organizations, extending beyond legal compliance to embody integrity, transparency, fairness, and accountability. This article examines the development and implementation of ethical frameworks, focusing on policy design, stakeholder engagement, financial transparency, and ethical fundraising. Drawing on global examples, it demonstrates how embedding ethics into organizational culture strengthens credibility, sustains donor trust, and enhances mission effectiveness, even in resource-constrained environments.
Key Topics
- Ethics
- Non-profit governance
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Fundraising integrity
- Organizational culture
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Ethical Considerations and Best Practices in Non-Profit Governance. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-lg-fr-ens-10
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