Annex 2:Standards of conduct for MC Members and MS...
We will always
Conduct ourselves in a professional and disciplined manner,at all times;
Dedicate ourselves to achieving the goals of the United Nations;
Understand the mandate and mission and comply with their provisions;
Respect the environment of the host country;
Respect local laws,customs and practices and be aware of and respect culture,religion,traditions and gender issues;
Treat the inhabitants of the host country with respect,courtesy and consideration;
Act with impartiality,integrity and tact;
Support and aid the infirm,sick and weak;
Obey our United Nations superiors/supervisors and respect the chain of command;
Respect all other peacekeeping members of the mission regardless of status,rank,ethnic or national origin,race,gender,or creed;
Support and encourage proper conduct among our fellow peacekeeping personnel;
Report all acts involving sexual exploitation and abuse;
Maintain proper dress and personal deportment at all times;
Properly account for all money and property assigned to us as members of the mission;
Care for all United Nations equipment placed in our charge.
We will never
Bring discredit upon the UN,or our nations through improper personal conduct,failure to perform our duties or abuse of our positions as peacekeeping personnel;
Take any action that might jeopardize the mission;
Abuse alcohol,use or traffic in drugs;
Make unauthorized communications to external agencies,including unauthorized press statements;
Improperly disclose or use information gained through our employment;
Use unnecessary violence or threaten anyone in custody;
Commit any act that could result in physical,sexual or psychological harm or suffering to members of the local population,especially women and children;
Commit any act involving sexual exploitation and abuse,sexual activity with children under 18,or exchange of money,employment,goods or services for sex;
Become involved in sexual liaisons which could affect our impartiality,or the well-beingof others;
Be abusive or uncivil to any member of the public;
Willfully damage or misuse any United Nations property or equipment;
Use a vehicle improperly or without authorization;
Collect unauthorized souvenirs;
Participate in any illegal activities,corrupt or improper practices;or
Attempt to use our positions for personal advantage,to make false claims or accept benefits to which we are not entitled.