Code of Ethics

We are in a time where our knowledge and technology has conquered the world and in so doing has poisoned its land, waters and air. It is a time where we wait in growing dread for our children’s violent future without the wisdom for its prevention. It is a time made for us by those confused thinkers of the past, of the Enlightenment, who sought in vain, the noble goal, to set us free. It is time then for ‘learning’ to declare the wisdom of our past yet re-new our belief in its potential, while correcting its application. It is only thus that we can ensure our liberty against that which is enslaving our souls with a lifeless purpose. It is this learning, this re-new-all, this re-membering, this tomorrow which can demonstrate today, through the Golden Rule, that a better world is possible for our children’s children, to which HVU is dedicated.

Our USP

Our (Unique Selling Position):
1) Financial proposition - developing the hybrid global currency within a glocal economy at the same time as developing the University based on social accounting incorporating genuine double entry accounting
2) Personnel proposition - developing jobs through our process - registration catalogue identifying rates in HTU's
3) Ethical proposition – the Golden Rule in relationship with the ISO 26000 Standards
4) Network proposition - community development approach through Occupy and Intentional Community networks with a cafe in every city
5) Pedagogical proposition - integration of kids and adults learning genuinely individually student paced
6) Curriculum proposition - our preparatory tool for e-learning integrated with practical 7) Social innovation proposition – innovation in socio-eco-economic systems and ventures that is project based and draws from the above hands on experiential learning in terms of internship or apprenticeship.

2. Our Mission

a ‘uni’ versity that facilitates human learning by utilising a sustainable socio-economic system based upon human values, (social justice, holistic thinking ) and guided by ISO 26000 and beyond, that is practical and freely accessible using technology of our day, enhanced by accelerated learning processes (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual) with a commitment to excellence. (ecology, economics, ethics, energy, and health).

The above accomplished through Memorandum of Understandings with other initiatives (institutions, corporations, governing bodies,) that have committed to this code and demonstrated excellence in any one or more fields of endeavor and ‘intend’ to move beyond the ‘do no harm’ concept and ‘do good’.

3. Contexting the Code

[Process1] Members, in particular those with positions on the Board and related committees, commit to the Golden Rule as codified in ISO20000 and see this as outworked as being accountable exemplar role models, exemplar projects and exemplar NGO’s of the operation of the University’s Constitution and this Code of Ethics.

[Process2] HVU is to be a-political and a-religious. Though the code requires that we demonstrate a proactive preference for peace and social responsibility in ways that are ecologically and economically sustainable.

[Commitment Priority] Furthermore members acknowledge the importance of ongoing commitment and therefore acknowledge their commitment to prioritise their involvement in the University such that, wherever possible, they can give a commitment to ongoing regular support and involvement for at least a two to three year period.

[Content] Members to have a direct interest and commitment to the ethics, purpose and operations of the University as outlined in the Code Of Ethics

[Method] Members are to actualise this interest through their work with the University at any level or any manner of assistance. Such work to be, as outlined in the Rules of Engagement, transparent, done with integrity and accountability, respect for the individual rights and nature of the person involved.

[Individual | University] The board acknowledges that the majority of causation of inappropriate behaviour or actions or decisions of the University come not from the individual concerned rather from the structures and processes therein. Thus while this code is written from the point of view of an individual it is equally applicable to the organisational entity itself. Infractions of the Code usually point to two things an individual lack of compliance or understanding and a University wide need for improvement. So the meaning of the code is simultaneously a Code of Individual and University Ethics.

[Complaints | Compliments] Codes of Ethics are often seen retrospectively punitively i.e. where we get into trouble for what we did wrong yesterday and seldom are we treated as adults where we are brought into the equation and rewarded for what we can and will, do right tomorrow. Thus the overall treatment lacks true validation for the receiver because it only focuses on one aspect (what the receiver did wrong – yesterday). Compliments and Complaints and need to be balanced – almost without exception this does not happen and Codes of Ethics treat people as less than adults for instance without showing an exemplar positive way forward. In this instance our learning development becomes focused on avoidance of mistakes rather than seeking to do the right thing so to speak.

[Maintenance | Improvement] Generally speaking the University continually seeks improved ways of operating. Simple maintenance is a recipe for stasis and in a dynamic environment decline of the organisation. This points to the importance of the University’s Strategic Plan/Intent and acceptance of the view that improvements can often shift resources from the existing pattern of allocation and as such challenge the existing system of admin or maintenance. It is a key role of the board to balance these ends.

[Activation | Implementation] To be by way of a sub-committee (Ethics Sub Committee – ESC) with reporting to the President or VP to be at the discretion of the sub-committee, depending on the nature of the matter. Annual reports of sub-committee are to be prepared and included in papers for the AGM.

4. the Code

Board Members individually in writing commit to holding themselves and being held accountable in their behaviour to:

This code is for each individual whatever is at issue, and for the University. It is hoped by the authors that the Code will lead to more extensive work by the University on Futures Ethics and further that it will be seen, and used, as a conflict pre-emption process rather than conflict resolution process. If however all else fails, and it is anticipated that this will only be in a minority of cases of cases then the procedure outlined in Section 3, is to be followed.

Viewing the pedagogy arena as having fundamental importance to the future of Global society
HVU will work to promote and enhance co-operation and integration among all agencies and professions working in the pedagogy viz. futures arena
HVU is a-political and a-religious
Encourage the provision of programs by our members that are socially-responsible and responsive to global, industry and community needs in accordance with ISO 26000
Encourage the enactment of the aims and objectives of the University as embodied in its Constitution [this code] and operationalised through its Strategic plan/intent [not yet in existence], demonstrated in its exemplar courses, project and organisation
Support the development of research, policies and programs that promote these ethics and work to change those that don’t
To operate in Board (HVU Organising Team – HVUOT) , interpersonal, research and business relations with inclusiveness, integrity, accountability, transparency and respect. This will include declaring conflict of interest and abiding by the umpires decision in relation thereto
Prior to admission as a member, the prospective member (sponsor/faculty/student) is to commit to understanding and formally agreeing to the Code in writing, subject to an induction/mentoring program, and to encourage all members do to do, and be accountable to, likewise – we walk our talk and talk our walk
To agree to be subject to accountability proceedings through the use of the talking stick, respect and inclusion inc. the possibility of suspension or cancellation of membership, where there is considered a high level of probability that this code has not in the past been, and will not in the future be, complied with.

5. Applying the Code

5.2 Operations of COE
Should someone:
A Consider that the above high levels of behaviour have not been manifest by a particular person or system or policy of the University
B Identify a possible conflict of interest arises and an opinion on this is requested
C Request for clearance of a particular proposed course of events

The following process can be activated – preferably in order presented however that is at the discretion of the person involved:

Infraction notification levels 1-2 are to be resolved by the level receiving the complaint while the Board President/VP is to be notified, in all instances or the deputy chair in the instance where the chair is the subject of a complaint.

Once a formal Ethical Issue Notice (EIN) has been lodged it must be recorded in the Ethical Issues Register. The register shall be available on request and upon request names can be suppressed. A brief outline of the issue and its resolution with timelines are also to be recorded therein. The organisation and or the board have then within one calendar month to redress the matter interactively with the persons involved. Furthermore at the end of this period the ESC shall recommend and implement administrative changes to the Board to preclude as far as possible the reoccurrence of this matter.

The board can if it deems it warranted recommend mediation in relation to the alleged issue/request/infraction and only as a last course is the matter to be addressed from a formal adversarial legal perspective. Mediation is to be pro bono.

Preamble:

Our USP

2. Our Mission

3. Contexting the Code

4. the Code

5. Applying the Code