Description
Conflicts of interest are pervasive across various sectors, posing significant challenges to
integrity, trust, and ethical standards. This workshop aims to equip participants with the
knowledge and strategies necessary to effectively identify, navigate and resolve conflicts
of interest in their professional environments. Through interactive discussions and
practical exercises, participants will gain insights into identifying, managing, and
mitigating conflicts of interest, ultimately fostering a culture of transparency and ethical
conduct within their organizations.
Learning Objectives:
Understanding Conflict of Interest: Participants will gain a comprehensive
understanding of what constitutes a conflict of interest, including its various forms
(financial, personal, professional, and organizational), through in-depth exploration and
analysis of real-world examples.
Assessing Consequences: Participants will learn about the potential consequences of
conflicts of interest on individuals, organizations, and stakeholders, including
reputational damage, repercussions, financial loss, and the undermining of fairness and
integrity.
Effective Management Strategies: Participants will explore practical strategies for
managing conflicts of interest, including disclosure, recusal, establishing policies and
procedures, implementing independent oversight mechanisms, and providing training
and education to stakeholders.
Best Practices Implementation: Participants will identify best practices for
organizations in addressing conflicts of interest, including establishing a code of
conduct, implementing comprehensive policies and procedures, conducting regular
reviews, fostering a culture of transparency, and leading by example from leadership
down to all levels of the organization.
Application through Discussion & Exercises: Participants will apply their
knowledge and skills to analyze interactive discussions and practical exercises of
organizations facing conflict of interest issues, critically evaluating their responses and
identifying lessons learned for effective conflict management and mitigation.