Code of Ethics

As the Association of Negotiators, we are committed to maintaining and promoting excellent practice in negotiation, which is why we have created a professional code of ethics. It sets expectations of best practices and promotes the development of top quality negotiation. We want to hold ourselves to high standards that are based on our values.

Responsibility and quality

Responsibility is a skill, and negotiators work in such a way that they are not afraid to look themselves in the eye. They do not use misleading or misleading information for self-promotion and do not make promises that are not fulfilled.

Professionalism

Thorough elaboration, carefully prepared strategy and tactics lead to a set goal. Negotiation is not a battle. Each negotiation should turn out so that the next time the two opposing parties will again want to sit down at the same table.

Responsibility and Honesty

The members of the Association of Negotiators carry out their work in accordance with the rule of law and with responsibility towards the client, the company and themselves. Consistently fulfills concluded contracts, arrangements and obligations. They do not advocate and cover up behavior that is contrary to accepted principles.

Working on the good name of the field

Members of the Association of Negotiators create such an environment that shows professional negotiation in a good light. They do not use misleading or misleading information for self-promotion and do not make promises that are not fulfilled.

Quality of activity

Negotiators work in such a way that they are not afraid to look themselves in the eye. In the event of an unexpected release of a meeting record, negotiators need not be ashamed of their colleagues or the public.

Confidentiality

Maintaining discretion in their commitments and respecting decisions made behind closed doors is a basic rule that negotiators never break.

Transparency

They truthfully inform their clients and fellow negotiators of the terms under which they are negotiating and always provide all relevant information.

Professional approach

Thorough preparation, carefully prepared strategy and tactics lead to a set goal. Every negotiator takes this path, heading responsibly towards an agreement.

Dealing with the Counterparty

Negotiation is not a battle. Each negotiation should turn out so that the next time the two opposing parties will again want to sit down at the same table. Negotiators are reaching for such methods by which they would be willing to let the other side work as well.

Expertise

Deepening knowledge and skills is key for the members of the Association of Negotiators. They maintain a critical attitude towards their own activities, they are open to discussion.

Collaboration

Members of the Negotiators Association retain professional loyalty. They are open to cooperation, mutual education and offer constructive criticism at the right time in the right place.

Resolving complaints

Complaints about violations of the Negotiators Association's Code of Ethics are handled by the Ethics Committee. The Ethics Committee of the Association of Negotiators is appointed by the Council of the Association of Negotiators.