Frequently Asked Questions

What are ethics?

What type of organization should be concerned about ethics?

Who should care about the ethical environment in an organization?

What compliance issues should I know about?

How do I create an ethical environment?

What is the New Mexico Ethics Alliance?

Why was New Mexico Ethics Alliance formed?

What are the benefits of membership and how do I become a member?

How do I access the members only site?

How do I personalize my member number/password or change my membership contact information?

How do I maximize my Basic or Premium membership package?

What are ethics?

Individuals face ethical questions daily about how to act, how to conduct oneself, or how to behave towards others. Each time we ask ourselves the question: “What should I do?” - we are faced with an ethical decision. The process of establishing ethical decision making includes asking questions such as:

• What do I believe in? What do I value?
• How do I develop and maintain good relationships?
• Am I willing to accept the consequences of my decisions?
• Who (and what) should I consider when making my decisions?
• What will be the results of my actions?

Organizational ethics is fundamentally concerned with how individuals “ought” to behave collectively with those who share a common purpose.

What type of organization should be concerned about ethics?

Every type and size of organization needs to develop an ethical framework in which to conduct business. State agencies, privately owned and publicly held businesses, and non-profits need to be aware of their stakeholders and how the organizational decisions affect those groups.

Who should care about the ethical environment in an organization?

The simple answer is everyone.  At the core, ethics considers the nature and quality of your relationships with other people. So, the topic of ethics is an essential conversation for your entire organization.

What compliance issues should I know about?

Federal and State laws have increased the compliance requirements for organizations of all sizes and in all sectors. The New Mexico Ethics Alliance will work with your organization so that you know and understand the impact of such laws as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the U.S. Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations.

How do I create an ethical environment?

This is where the New Mexico Ethics Alliance can help. We offer a number of courses, consulting services and resources to our members that help you create the ethical environment that works for your organization. Contact us for more information.

What is the New Mexico Ethics Alliance?

The New Mexico Ethics Alliance is primarily a membership-based, non-profit organization focused on helping New Mexico’s businesses, government agencies, and non-profits foster and sustain ethical conduct, cultures and practices.

Why was New Mexico Ethics Alliance formed?

The need for improved ethical behavior has been highlighted in recent years by numerous scandals and notorious examples of ethical misconduct found across the business, government and non-profit sectors. Several New Mexico leaders recognized a need for focused ethics resources to help organizations prevent and/or recover from ethical misconduct.

The New Mexico Ethics Alliance recognizes that organizations must meet increasing stakeholder and compliance needs. The Alliance was formed to support organizations as they develop and establish ethical standards and practices.

What are the benefits of membership and how do I become a member?

Membership in the New Mexico Ethics Alliance offers many benefits. From the latest best practices in organizational ethics, to templates and ethics resources, to discounts on ethics training and consultation, members (both individuals and organizations) can take advantage of the many opportunities offered only through the New Mexico Ethics Alliance. We have several options for members. For more information, click “Join Today” (or contact us directly).

How do I access the members only site?

Enter your Member Number and Password in the members portal at the top center of each webpage. .

How do I personalize my member number/password or change my membership contact information?

Once logged on to the members only site, click the Edit Org. Info button Enter Your company contact I.D. and you can change your company contact information or personalize your number and password so that it is unique, but easy for everyone in your organization to remember

How do I maximize my Basic or Premium membership package?

Once you have changed your member # and password, be sure to share the new # and password with others in your organization.   By giving others in your organization access to the resources offered on the Members-only site, you'll raise the level of awareness of ethics and help to foster a culture of ethics in your organization.