UU150 Lecture 9: lesson 9
23 Nov 2017
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The key principle of ethics in any type of context is respect for human dignity, which involves protecting the multiple and interdependent interests of the person from bodily to psychological to cultural integrity. But, the desire to help combined with other conflicting motivations (enhancing a resume, volunteerism, etc. ) can sometimes pose ethical conflicts, and result in negative outcomes. For example, when engaging in community experiences, a person must not be deceived into participating in any activity with the promise of benefits that cannot be delivered. It is also not acceptable to use another human being solely as a means to a desired end. An ethic of both scholarship and volunteerism must include two essential components: 1 selection and achievement of morally acceptable ends (outcomes), and. 2 morally acceptable means to those ends (how to achieve those outcomes). Being part of a community agency or organization is a great opportunity to learn, and to teach others.
