GUIDING PRINCIPLES [Those elements which address the governance of the business and its conduct]

THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND CORE VALUES
[Those elements which address the governance of the Organisation and its conduct]

Guiding Principles

Justice
Encompassing the fair treatment of individuals, application of due process and impartial decision making. Judgements are made impartially, action taken is non-discriminatory; outcomes are equitable; and power and authority are applied for the common good.

Respect
People recognise and defend the rights of others; treat them with respect and do not abuse, exploit or discriminate against them.

Responsible Care
Based on the primary moral obligation of doing good rather than harm and the concept of responsible stewardship. People recognise their responsibilities towards others; contribute to the well being of others and to the common social good.

Core Values

The Core Values of the South African Sea Cadets embody Integrity - the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking, it is the "moral compass", the inner voice of self-control; Excellence - in all we do directs us to develop a sustained passion for continuous improvement and innovation in long term performance; and Service - to ensure that "professional duties" take precedence over personal desires, service before self. All these are embodied in the Sea Cadet Compass of Life.

Acknowledgements to Bennet Mkhehlaqne

Sea Cadet Compass of Life

MOTTO

The MOTTO of the South African Sea Cadets is Honour and Skill

HONOUR

This is the fundamental value on which the South African Sea Cadets and its member's develop their reputation and character. This demands honesty, courage [This means having the strength of character to do what is right in the face of adversity, danger or threat.], integrity [This means the display of truth, honesty and fairness that gains respect and trust from others.], loyalty and behaviour which is both becoming and worthwhile.

SKILL

The knowledge and competence to meet the requirement of accomplishing a task.

This page updated April 2009