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Guiding Principles

The Character and Ethics Project embraces character-building and ethical behavior as a way of life. It grows from the conviction that each of us can strive to be a better person. Individual self-improvement produces a better community where everybody benefits.

We envision a community that lives by the guiding principles of character and ethics.

The 12 principles are:

  • Citizenship
  • Compassion
  • Cooperation
  • Courtesy
  • Fairness
  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Loyalty
  • Respect
  • Responsibility
  • Self-discipline
  • Trustworthiness

Pledge

To conduct myself with fairness, honesty, and integrity in all situations. To treat everyone with courtesy, respect and compassion. To convey trustworthiness and responsibility in all my actions. To express at all times a spirit of cooperation and loyalty. To practice self-discipline and good citizenship.