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ESE is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes excellence in research, education, and clinical practice in endocrinology. Our code of conduct outlines the principles and behaviours expected from all individuals associated with ESE, including employees, volunteers, committee members, speakers, and attendees at ESE events.

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Environmental Policy

At ESE we recognise the growing impact our activities and events have on the environment and our responsibility to limit not only our own emissions but to work closely with venues and other suppliers to manage the overall environmental impact. 

Environmental Policy

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

ESE is committed to operating in a way which protects people from discrimination and makes every effort to promote equality of opportunity in all areas of our activities.

ESE Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Financial Controls Policy

ESE is committed to maintaining strong financial controls to ensure the responsible and effective management of its resources. The policy outlines the financial controls and procedures adopted by the ESE to promote transparency, accountability, and the efficient use of funds.

Financial Controls Policy

Humanitarian Statement for Partnership Organisations

Together with our partner organisations, ESE is dedicated to advancing the field of endocrinology through scientific research, education and clinical practice. We share a commitment to promoting health and well-being for all people - regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, or political affiliation.

Humanitarian Statement for Partner Organisations

Investment Policy

ESE's Investment Policy outlines the approach to investments and acts as a framework for making investment decisions, helping the Finance Committee and Executive Committee manage ESE's resources effectively and ethically.

Investment Policy

Protecting ESE from Abuse for Extremist Purposes Policy

ESE is committed to operating as a charitable organisation for the promotion of research, education, and clinical practice in endocrinology. This policy outlines the steps ESE will take to prevent abuse for extremist purposes and ensure that its activities do not inadvertently support or promote any form of extremism.

Protecting ESE from Abuse for Extremist Purposes Policy

Risk Management Policy

ESE recognises the importance of effective risk management to protect its mission, reputation, and resources. The policy outlines the principles and procedures that ESE will follow to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor risks across its activities.

Risk Management Policy

Safeguarding

ESE is committed to promoting research, education, and clinical practice in endocrinology for the public benefit. As part of this commitment, we recognise the importance of safeguarding and protecting the welfare of individuals, including volunteers and patient group representatives, who engage with our activities. This policy aims to ensure a safe environment for everyone and outlines procedures for identifying, reporting, and responding to safeguarding concerns.

Safeguarding

Sanctions Policy

ESE's Sanctions Policy outlines the guidelines and procedures which ESE will follow when dealing with individuals or institutes who work or reside in countries that are subject to financial sanctions from the UK Government (a list is shown in Appendix 1 of the policy).

Sanctions Policy

Travel and Expenses Policy

ESE recognises the dedication and commitment of our volunteers who contribute their expertise and time when attending meetings on our behalf. Our Travel and Expenses Policy is in relation to travel and expenses when attending meetings as an ESE representative.

ESE Travel and Expenses Policy

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