Teaching Paper: Glossary of Ethical Terms – A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Teaching Paper | 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-ethics-tp-04
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About the Article
This Teaching Paper presents a glossary of 30 key ethical terms—such as accountability, beneficence, deontology, transparency, and cultural sensitivity—each defined and contextualized for nonprofit practice. The glossary bridges abstract theory with real-world application, showing how concepts inform governance, program design, and stakeholder engagement. By offering shared vocabulary, the resource strengthens ethical literacy, improves internal communication, and supports transparent decision-making.
Key Topics
- Glossary of 30 ethical terms
- Linking theory to nonprofit practice
- Governance and accountability frameworks
- Ethical decision-making vocabulary
- Training and professional development
- Strengthening organizational culture
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Glossary of Ethical Terms – A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-ethics-tp-04
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