Statement of Shared Values
Human Dignity, Ethical Governance & Global Responsibility
BiG Clinic Foundation is guided by a commitment to human dignity, the rule of law, ethical governance, and responsible global cooperation. These shared values inform all programs, partnerships, and decision-making processes, ensuring public-interest outcomes, accountability, and respect for human rights.
Policies & Protocols
Clinic Operations & Scope Policy
Defines the Clinic’s mandate, service boundaries, eligibility criteria, and non-commercial nature, ensuring transparency, consistency, and public-interest integrity.
Aligned With: UN principles on strong institutions and access to justice, OECD governance integrity standards, and internationally recognized risk-management practices.
BC Society Compliance Policy
Establishes adherence to professional, ethical, and regulatory obligations under the Society of British Columbia, including supervision, conduct, and accountability requirements.
Aligned With: UN rule-of-law principles, OECD transparency and integrity expectations, and global compliance-management standards.
AI & Cybersecurity Legal Ethics Policy
Sets ethical standards for legal and governance work related to AI systems, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, emphasizing human rights, safety, accountability, and responsible innovation.
Aligned With: UN human-rights principles, OECD guidelines on trustworthy AI and digital security, and international AI and information-security management standards.
International Pro Bono Collaboration Protocol
Provides a structured framework for cross-border pro bono collaboration, clarifying roles, jurisdictional respect, governance safeguards, and shared responsibility among partners.
Aligned With: UN partnership and cooperation principles, OECD approaches to interoperable governance, and international collaboration and risk-sharing frameworks.
Privacy & Confidentiality Policy
Aligned With: UN privacy rights, OECD data-protection principles, and globally accepted privacy and information-security management standards.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Defines procedures for identifying, disclosing, and managing actual or potential conflicts of interest to preserve independence, integrity, and public confidence.
Aligned With: UN institutional integrity principles, OECD ethics and transparency standards, and international compliance-governance practices.
Policy Governance Notice
All policies include documented version history, effective dates, periodic review cycles, and formal governance oversight, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Standards Reference
BiG Clinic Foundation’s governance framework is informed by widely recognized international references, including:
- United Nations (UN): Human rights, rule of law, and sustainable institutions
- OECD: Ethical AI, digital trust, data protection, and responsible governance
- ISO / IEC: Good-practice standards for information security, privacy, risk, AI management, and compliance
These references guide policy development without replacing applicable laws or professional regulations.