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The Iowa Web Designer's Association's Standards and Ethics
Each member of this Association pledges to observe and follow the Ethics and Standards of Practice of The Iowa Web Designer's Association . These standards of conduct in dealing with the public and with other members are as follows:
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Members of the Iowa Web Designer's Association shall:
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" At all times act with competence, integrity, dignity, and in an ethical manner when dealing with the clients, prospective clients, employees and fellow members.
" At all times practice and encourage others to follow the canon's of this organization and to work in a professional and ethical manner that will reflect credit this associations members and their profession.
"Strive to maintain and improve their skills and the skills of others in our association.
"Try to always use reasonable care and exercise independent professional judgment.
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- Members shall conduct their business in a professional manner, ensuring that they and their personnel are knowledgeable and proficent in their own areas of expertise.
- Members shall not engage in any conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation or commit any act that reflects adversely on their honesty, trustworthiness, or professional competence.
- Members shall act in conformity with applicable laws and regulations and shall not knowingly participate in or assist any violation of such laws, rules, or regulations.
- Members shall act in a manner that recognizes the integrity and goals of this association.
- Members agree to serve their client/customer faithfully and to the best of their ability. All members must be free of any influence, interest, or relationship that actually or potentially conflicts with the best interests of its clients.
- Members shall accord oral agreements the same sanctity given to written agreements.
- Members shall not breach or avoid an agreement or commitment.
- Members shall encourage healthy competition in the web design profession
- Members shall conduct their business without regard to the race, color, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, or age of the person with whom they deal.
- Members shall make all reasonable efforts to fulfill the clients aims and goals for their web pages.
- Members shall cooperate with the Ethics and Standards of Practice Committee in furnishing information relative to any investigation of possible violation of the Ethics and Standards of this organization.
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Any member may be suspended or expelled from the Association for violation of the Canon of Ethics and Standards upon a majority vote of the Associations Directors. No member shall be suspended or expelled until the member shall have had a due notice of the specific violation and have had a reasonable opportunity to make reasonable defense inregards to the violation
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