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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.