Conflict of interest policies in arts and culture funding agencies
Description
D'Art Report: Conflict of interest policies in arts and culture
D'Art Topics in Arts Policy no.4, December 2002
IFACCA and Creative New Zealand
The report provides a synopsis of the responses to the fourth in the series of D'Art questions. The question was sent in by Elizabeth Kerr, Chief Executive of Creative New Zealand, who asked how to manage conflict of interest policies that make it clear whether or not any of the following are eligible for funding: people appointed to boards and committees (or other such governance or grant/decision-making bodies); and staff. According to the report, conflicts of interest are common and often unavoidable. In close-knit arts communities, management of conflicts that inevitably arise is just as important as avoiding conflicts altogether. Good management is based on:
· unambiguous definition;
· clear procedures and guidelines; and
· effective communication.
The report describes some of the key elements of conflict of interest policies used in arts and culture funding agencies around the world. The report is intended to be a source of ideas, links and references for anyone wishing to further investigate the issue of conflicts of interest in arts and culture funding agencies.
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