The Research Center in Political Science (CICP) assumes an unequivocal institutional commitment to Ethics, as a fundamental vector of its activity and affirmation.

Its code of conduct establishes an affirmation of values ​​and a set of norms that guide the mission of the Center in its scientific research activities, interaction with society, and in its general functioning, based on the ethical principles of equity and justice, respect for the dignity of the human person and personal and professional responsibility.

CICP organizes a number of annual, regular and one-time events and operates a variety of activities with the purposes of professional development and scholarly and educational exchange. CICP is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment and experience for all participants regardless of actual or perceived gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, age, or religion. ‘Participants’ includes (but is not limited to) all people taking part in an event or activity, including event participants, organizers, students, CICP staff, local staff, editors and authors.

The CICP expects all participants to conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner towards all fellow participants at all times. Harassment, unprofessional behaviour or inappropriate behaviour towards other participants undermine the principle of equity at the heart of these events and activities, are inconsistent with CICP principles and should not be tolerated. Examples of unacceptable behaviour include:

1. 1. Persistent and unwelcome solicitation of emotional or physical intimacy;
   2. Persistent and unwelcome solicitation of emotional or physical intimacy accompanied by real or implied threat of professional or physical harm;
   3. Intimidating, harassing, abusive, personally derogatory or demeaning speech or actions;