Integrity and Ethics

Research Institute for Labor and Social Affairs places emphasis on high ethical standards in research and professional activities, transparent management of public funds, and the responsible management of a public research institution.

Ethical framework and risk prevention in research and professional activities

The institutional framework for integrity, ethics, and risk prevention at RILSA consists primarily of the following documents:

  1. RILSA Code of Ethics

The Code of Ethics defines the basic values and principles governing research and related professional activities at RILSA, particularly in the areas of research integrity, data handling, publishing, and public appearances by employees.

RILSA Code of Ethics

  1. Internal Anti-Corruption Program

The internal anti-corruption program defines a system for preventing corruption risks and ensuring the transparent operation of the institution, including risk management in the handling of public funds, project implementation, and cooperation with external entities, as well as the management of related and institutional risks.

RILSA Internal Anti-Corruption Program

  1. Whistleblower Protection

RILSA has implemented an internal whistleblowing system in accordance with the Whistleblower Protection Act, which enables the safe reporting of potential illegal or unethical behavior.

Guideline No. S/03/2023 Protection of whistleblowers at the obligated entity

Whistleblower Protection

These documents form part of the system for managing the integrity, quality, and transparency of RILSA’s operations.