III Demonstrate Personal Integrity
Demonstrate the highest standards in all activities to inspire public confidence and trust in public service. ASPA members are committed to:
1. Maintain truthfulness and honesty and to not compro-mise them for advancement, honor, or personal gain.
2. Ensure that others receive credit for their work and contributions.
3. Zealously guard against conflict of interest or its appearance: e.g., nepotism, improper outside employment, misuse of public resources or the acceptance of gifts.
4. Respect superiors, subordinates, colleagues and the public.
5. Take responsibility for their own errors.
6. Conduct official acts without partisanship.