Unashamedly Ethical

𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 🛑 Joanna Phenya on Whistleblowing and Seeking Justice 🛑 In this powerful testimony, Joanna Phenya, widow of the late Marumo Eric Phenya, shares her heartbreaking journey as the founder and managing director of Foresight IT Business Solutions. Together, they uncovered corruption and fraud within the Department of Home Affairs, but their pursuit of justice came at a tragic cost — Marumo’s life. Joanna continues to fight for justice in his name, highlighting the immense risks whistleblowers face. 👣 Cynthia Stimpel’s Walk for Whistleblowers Whistleblower Liaison Manager, Cynthia Stimpel, is currently walking the Cape Camino as part of the #Walking4Whistleblowers campaign. This initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for whistleblowers like Joanna, who suffer severe consequences, including threats to their lives, loss of employment, and social isolation. Support Cynthia's walk and The Whistleblower House by donating today. Your contribution will help those who risk everything to speak the truth. Stand with us for courage, integrity, and justice. Whistleblower story 👉 https://lnkd.in/dKX3gAP7 Read more about W4W or donate here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d2CemWAY #SupportWhistleblowers #Walking4Whistleblowers #StandForTruth #CapeCamino

Happy Global Ethics Day! Today, we’re reminded that ethics are the foundation of everything we do. But let’s be real — we all make mistakes. The key is recognising them and striving to improve every day. We invite you on this journey: • Chance: Identifying right from wrong and embracing moral responsibility. • Choice: Committing to doing what’s right. • Change: Taking action to improve. At Unashamedly Ethical, we stand for ethics, learning, and growth every day. By embracing this path, we can become better versions of ourselves and create a world where ethics thrive. Become a signatory and join a movement dedicated to changing the world, one courageous commitment at a time. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ePw-Ja3T Let’s build a world that’s Courageously Ethical every day. #GlobalEthicsDay #CourageouslyEthical #EthicsMatter #ChanceChoiceChange

Thank you for your excellent insight Ilene. We appreciate your wisdom on the topic. Well done!

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Does innovation come at the cost of ethics? Here's a thought-provoking opinion piece from Beth Kowitt in Bloomberg that dives into the complex relationship between risk-taking, innovation, and unethical behavior at the CEO level. It highlights an ages-long corporate dilemma: risk-takers may drive innovation, but they could also push ethical boundaries. The perception of CEO misconduct has evolved, particularly in the context of personal relationships with subordinates and the broader implications for corporate governance. Beth cites research linking extramarital affairs with financial misstatements and unethical behavior -- and this probably creates 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 for the issue in the eyes of Boards. Interestingly, while extraverts are not the same as risk-takers, other research suggests that extraverts tend to have more affairs and children—further evidence of the complexity of personality traits and their impact on behavior. But before jumping to conclusions, let’s take these assessments with a pinch of salt. Behavior is shaped by more than just personality; it’s situational and influenced by the context and culture of the organization. As the article rightly points out, boards must scrutinize the “𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿.” How leaders rise to the top is just as important as the outcomes they deliver. I couldn't agree more -- and having 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 is one key step toward ensuring that these pathways are scrutinized with the right lens. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gHdbinKc Image credit: Norfolk Southern’s CEO Alan Shaw recently got fired for having romantic relationships at work. Photographer: Al Drago/Bloomberg #Leadership #CorporateGovernance #Ethics #Compliance #BoardsOfTheFuture

Thank you to Terser Adamu and the Unlocking Africa Podcast for the opportunity to discuss a vital topic: the necessity of a mission-aligned donor collaborative with a shared vision to unlock Africa's potential. As we work towards meaningful change on the continent, I am convinced that collaboration is essential. When funders unite, we can achieve sustainable results and drive impactful change at a speed that no individual funder can accomplish alone. It is imperative that we combine our strengths and resources to advance Africa's development and innovation. If you share this vision, I invite you to join this collaborative effort and be part of this transformative journey. Drop me a DM. Global Startup Awards Africa Global Startup Awards Attila S. Kim Balle Karen Morris Andy Westlake Bridget Fury Rob Henley Roy Fine Raymond Kalley Frank Mccosker Philip Baldwin Eric Andersen Mahyar Makhzani Richard Wilson Ben Cotton Trevor Gildenhuys Monique de Wet Omar Abedin Ishmael Thaga Mandi Swanepoel (nee Bell) Gary Power Mico Botha Soraya Mohideen Marietjie Engelbrecht Anne Hoefinghoff Sarah Brady, Ph.D. Sean Branagan JONGKIL LEE Markus Thill Mercy Zulu-Hume Dee Moskoff Xena Lappin Brandon Paschal Jeraldene Menon Hanli Brink Talya Shalev Nicholas Murphy #UnlockingAfrica #Collaboration #DonorCollaborative #ImpactfulChange #SustainableDevelopment #GSAAfrica

Family loyalty is the foundation upon which ethical values are built. It all begins at home, where we learn the importance of trust, support, and integrity. When families model these principles, they set an example that resonates beyond the home, fostering a culture of responsibility and compassion in society. Strong family bonds help nurture ethical behaviour, shaping future generations who will act with honesty and respect in their communities. Let’s start at home and create a ripple effect of positive change. Join us at https://lnkd.in/dkp_M3Ug #CourageouslyEthical #FamilyValues #Integrity #EthicalLiving #UnashamedlyEthical

🚀 Join us for a transformative Workshop! We're bringing together top experts to help organisations & business owners sharpen their financial, ethical, and strategic skills. Whether you're looking to improve your financial insights or explore ethical practices, this is an event you don’t want to miss. 🗓️ Date: 13 November 2024 📍 Location: Kelvin Grove, Lifestyle and Sporting Club, Cape Town Speakers: Gareth Price , CEO of Cloudworx: How to get the most out of your accountant and read financial reports. Ilene Power, Ethics Officer & General Counsel at Unashamedly Ethical: Why ethical business is key to long-term success. Liz Bath, Co-founder of Lulla-Buy: How business has evolved from the 1980s to today. Book your Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eXiERFec 💬 Don’t miss out on this chance to connect and learn from the best. See you there! #FinanceWorkshop #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EthicalBusiness #Entrepreneurship #AccountingTips #BusinessEthics #FinancialSuccess #NetworkingEvent #BusinessOwners #Cloudworx #LullaBuy #UnashamedlyEthical #TransformLeaders

The IBE Ethics at Work report is well and truly launched! If you haven’t yet read the report, click here, log in and download https://lnkd.in/dHyaM-Sm Alison Taylor - author of Higher Ground and NYU Stern Business School professor - says “This survey reflects the way speaking up has become a knotty paradox for corporations. There is more willingness to share views and challenge authority on a far broader range of issues, combined with more faith in leadership. There is more appetite to drive change, combined with more fear of retaliation. It's also clear that many organisations are still not ready for the scale and breadth of the integrity challenges they face. A fascinating insight into the state of ethics in business today.” Read the report now and let us know your thoughts on the findings in there https://lnkd.in/dHyaM-Sm #IBESurvey #EthicsatWork #businessethics

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