Ally Program > Code of Ethics
I value and know my role as an Ally. In order to best fulfill that role, I will:
- Grant individuals respect and dignity.
- Honor and strive to understand diversity in all its forms.
- Recognize, through patience and understanding, that every person is constantly growing and learning.
I value and know my role as a caring helper. In order to best fulfill that role, I will:
- Offer opportunities for people to explore their thoughts and feelings.
- Offer myself as a link between students and the professional services on campus.
- Refrain from manipulating any situation or another person’s vulnerability for my own benefit.
- Maintain confidentiality, except when, in my judgment, the person is in physical or mental danger which could result in self-harm or harm to others, has a problem beyond my ability to assist, or discloses information which I must report according to law or campus policy.
I value and know my role as an educator. In order to best fulfill that role, I will:
- Learn as much as possible about the issues that affect my peers.
- Offer only information that I am qualified to offer and with the greatest accuracy possible.
- Accept supervision and support from my advisor or other professional staff.
I value and know my role as an individual. In order to best fulfill that role, I will:
- Understand that my primary responsibility is to myself.
- Prevent my Ally duties from interfering with my own goals and aspirations.
- Prevent my Ally duties from putting my emotional or physical well-being at risk.
I value and know my role as a role model. In order to best fulfill that role, I will:
- Make decisions in my own life that are positive and healthy.
- Challenge myself to continue my own personal growth.
- Accept guidance and constructive feedback from others.