Ethics compass
The dignity of all participants should be the top priority of Swiss sport. Athletes, coaches and all people involved deserve healthy, respectful, fair and successful sport. There is no place for ethics breaches or violations. The ethics compass raises awareness, provides orientation, encourages ethical practices, and thus improves quality in sport.
But what does this actually mean? Ethical behaviour requires everyone to reflect on practices. Both too much and too little power, ideals, proximity or pressure can violate dignity. The compass uses descriptive terms and specific examples to show where a particular situation fits. Does a behaviour or practice go in the green or red zone?
The compass offers everyone affected or involved specific tips, support and possible actions. Just looking is not enough – everyone must find the courage to act.
How the ethics compass works
The compass is split into the categories of power, ideals, proximity and pressure. It uses the colours green, grey, orange and red with matching colour gradients and corresponding terms. Each term comes with an example and the compass shows what should specifically be done in this situation.
Empowering people
Green means that everything is as it should be: dignity is ensured, sport is valuable and dignified – which can also be communicated as appreciative feedback.
Discuss the situation
Grey means that something is irritating, odd and high-risk. Risks are a part of everyday life in sport, but must be discussed promptly and constructed in a prudent, considered way.
Report dangers
Orange shows where breaches of the ethical statutes begin. Everyone in sport is entitled not to cross this orange line.
Report crimes
Red may include offences and abuse that may be prohibited by criminal law. Criminal proceedings are required to specifically assess the facts under criminal law.
Together, we can ensure human dignity in sport.
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