Self-assessment of the level of compliance of Ukrainian National Platform (UNP) of the Eastern Partnership Civil Society Forum (EaP CSF) with the CODES OF ETHICAL CONDUCT (CoEC) of the EaP CSF and UNP in 2025 was conducted
The self-assessment (conducted in the period: 27/11/2025 – 10/12/2025) is intended to direct the UNP and its structural divisions to objective assessment of the level of implementation of EaP CSF values and standards, defined in EaP CSF and UNP Codes of Ethical Conduct.
The main objectives of the self-assessment are:
- Stimulate the self-reflection on the implementation of the values of the Codes of Ethical Conduct of the EaP CSF and UNP;
- Identify priority areas for better implementation of the Codes of Ethical Conduct of the EaP CSF and UNP;
- Monitor progress in the process of implementing the Codes of Ethical Conduct of the EaP CSF and UNP;
- Demonstrate a higher level of professionalism both internally, within the members of the UNP and externally, in relation with third parties;
- Identify areas in the implementation of the Codes of Ethical Conduct where more attention is needed in the framework of one year (until the next self-assessment) and in the long term (within a period of three years);
- Identify and share best practices.
According to the results of the self-assessment, the general level of compliance with UNP and CSF Codes of Ethical Conduct can be assessed as HIGH as a whole.
It was recorded that the majority of UNP respondents were informed about the activities of the UNP Codes of Ethical Conduct advisor. However, none of the respondents found themselves in a situation that required the involvement of the UNP CoEC advisor during 2025.
None of UNP members reported (confirmed) cases of unethical behaviour within the UNP during 2025.
No specific facts regarding conflicts of interest in the UNP were indicated by survey respondents.
100% of respondents believe that discussing ethical matters at the UNP level is important and necessary. They also recognize the importance of conducting annual CoEC self-assessment exercise.
The main recommendations for the UNP include the following:
1) It is recommended to continue working on engaging accessible UNP communication tools to increase the number of users/readers of the UNP Code of Ethical Conduct. Public education activities to raise awareness of UNP members about the Code of Ethical Conduct are also permissible and relevant.
2) It would be advisable to conduct training for UNP members on ethics and communication within the network to strengthen mutual respect for each other within the UNP and external stakeholders.
3) It is advisable to organize briefings/trainings for UNP members on zero tolerance for discriminatory statements to maintain respect for nationality, ethnicity, culture, gender and religion within the UNP.
4) It is recommended to conduct facilitated discussions with an emphasis on respecting different views among UNP members to maintain respect for diversity of thoughts and differences between UNP members.
5) The possibility of formalizing a conflict of interest management policy within the platform should be considered and followed by appropriate training for UNP members and bodies in order to prevent conflicts of interest within the UNP.
There is also a need for future verification of UNP members for belonging to any political institutions. The relevant report must be presented to all members of the UNP.
Information provided by Maksym Koryavets, Ethical Code Advisor
We thank all those members of the UNP who took part in the survey.
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The activity was held as part of the annual conference of the Ukrainian National Platform (UNP) of the Eastern Partnership Civil Society Forum (EaP CSF), and within the framework of the project “Supporting the Activities of the Ukrainian National Platform of the EaP CSF in 2025-2026,” funded by the European Union and implemented by the Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting. Individual opinions expressed in the research the sole responsibility of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union or the Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting.
