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Ethics & Anti-Corruption


Last Updated: October 7, 2026

HRS — Resilience Foundation is committed to the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all of its research, programs, institutional partnerships, and operations. The Foundation maintains a zero-tolerance approach to bribery, corruption, fraud, and other practices that could compromise institutional integrity or public trust.

ANTI-CORRUPTION & FCPA COMPLIANCE

Our Commitment to Integrity

HRS — Resilience Foundation maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding bribery and corruption. As a U.S. nonprofit organization, the Foundation conducts its activities in accordance with applicable U.S. laws and regulations, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), where applicable.

Strict Adherence to Federal Law

The Foundation expects all institutional engagements, grant-supported activities, and regional partnerships to be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and the highest standards of integrity and transparency. Our compliance framework prohibits:
 

  • The offering, promising, authorizing, or giving of anything of value to a government official or other person to obtain an improper advantage, influence an official act, or secure or retain business.
     

  • Any bribe, kickback, facilitation payment, or other improper payment made to influence an official act, obtain an improper advantage, or secure preferential treatment.
     

  • Any undisclosed conflict of interest, undisclosed financial relationship, or other circumstance that could improperly influence decision-making or compromise the Foundation’s integrity, independence, or public trust.

Audit and Accountability

The Foundation maintains comprehensive books and records that accurately reflect its financial transactions and institutional activities. Financial transactions and strategic partnerships are subject to appropriate internal oversight and review, consistent with applicable U.S. laws and the Foundation’s governance standards. These practices support transparency, accountability, and the responsible stewardship of the Foundation’s resources.

Reporting and Transparency

The HRS Resilience Foundation encourages individuals to report suspected bribery, corruption, fraud, conflicts of interest, or other conduct that may violate applicable laws or the Foundation’s ethical standards. Reports will be treated seriously and handled with appropriate discretion.

Compliance Office: ethics@hrsresilience.org 

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