Principles of our movementEthical code

01Ethical code1. General provisions

• Purpose of the Ethical Code
  To strengthen public trust in the party, form a culture of political ethics and prevent abuse of official position.
• Scope of the Ethical Code
  Applies to all party members, governing bodies, employees of party structures and representatives in public authorities.

2. Core principles

1. Legality and rule of law

   every party member must strictly observe the Constitution, laws and other regulatory acts.

2. Honesty and openness

   party activity is based on truthfulness, transparency and good faith.

3. Responsibility to the people

   the party serves citizens’ interests, not private or corporate interests.

4. Justice and equality

   all party members are equal in their rights and duties.

5. Tolerance and respect

   respectful attitude toward different views, nationalities, cultures and religions.

6. Collectivism and solidarity

   party members support one another and act in the interests of unity and the common cause.

7. Anti-corruption

   zero tolerance for corruption, bribery, abuse and protectionism.

8. Every party member should contribute through daily work to building an economically strong, environmentally safe and democratic state, strengthening public stability, national unity and harmony.

3. Principles of environmental ethics

1. Responsibility to nature.

   Every party member understands the duty to preserve and restore the natural environment for future generations.

2. Environmental justice.

   The party opposes environmental inequality when regions and communities suffer from pollution and ecosystem destruction.

3. Rational use of natural resources.

   Party members support initiatives to save water, energy and other resources and develop renewable energy.

4. Biodiversity and protection of life.

   The party recognizes the value of every form of life and supports preserving ecosystems, flora and fauna.

5. Green economy.

   Support for sustainable economic models that combine development and environmental protection.

6. Environmental education and culture.

   Party members promote environmental education and careful attitude toward nature among children and youth.

7. Climate responsibility.

   The party recognizes the global nature of climate change and supports international cooperation to mitigate it.

4. Ethical standards for party members

1. Party members must be an example of civic responsibility and integrity.
2. Avoid conflicts of interest between personal and party tasks.
3. Do not spread false information, rumors or slander.
4. Do not make unauthorized or hidden video and audio recordings or distribute them through media, social networks or other channels.
5. Party members must understand that such actions damage the positive image of the party and may lead to strict disciplinary measures, including expulsion and transfer of materials to law enforcement agencies.
6. Maintain a culture of communication in public speeches and social networks.
7. Do not use party status for personal benefit or pressure.
8. Comply with the Party Charter, Party Program and other documents regulating party activity.
9. Respect human rights and freedoms and avoid actions connected with their violation.
10. Be a patriot, protect the country’s interests and respect state symbols of Kazakhstan.
11. Strengthen unity of the people of Kazakhstan and interethnic harmony, respecting human dignity regardless of origin, status, gender, race, nationality, language or religion.
12. Strengthen independence, national culture, languages and identity of the people of Kazakhstan.
13. Raise the party’s authority and avoid actions discrediting it.
14. Observe party discipline and norms of party ethics.
15. Explain and defend the statutory and program goals and election programs of the party.
16. Fulfill decisions of party bodies. Party members in public service are not bound by party decisions while performing official duties.
17. Personally participate in party activity and prove membership through actions, increasing the party’s authority and influence.
18. Pay membership fees on time and carefully preserve party symbols and documents.
19. Regularly attend party meetings.
20. Prevent corruption offenses or actions related to corruption and oppose its manifestations.
21. Every party member must respond to facts of corruption, discrimination or violations of the Code.

5. Ethical conduct of party leaders

1. Party leaders bear special moral responsibility for their actions and decisions.
2. They must act in the interests of the whole party, exclude favoritism, ensure transparency and encourage openness and honest dialogue.
3. A leader must serve as a personal example of moral behavior, respect for law and people.

6. Relations with society and media

1. The party builds relations with society on truth, openness and respect.
2. Party representatives must not use media for manipulation, distortion of facts or discrediting opponents.
3. All public statements must correspond to the official party position and not violate public morals.

7. Unacceptable actions

1. Any form of corruption, bribery or fraud.
2. Use of party resources for personal or commercial purposes.
3. Insults, discrimination, slander, threats or pressure on people.
4. Calls for violence, extremism or incitement of ethnic, social or religious hatred.
5. Publicly undermining the party’s authority or humiliating its members.

8. Responsibility for Code violations

1. Violations are reviewed by the party’s Ethics Commission.
2. Based on review results, measures may include warning, removal from office, expulsion from the party or transfer of materials to law enforcement agencies.
3. Decisions of the Ethics Commission may be appealed in court.

9. Ethics Commission and ethics officer in a party branch

1. The Ethics Commission is an independent body whose members are appointed by the Bureau of the Political Council. The total number of members must be odd, and the chair is elected by simple majority.
2. The Ethics Commission reviews complaints, conflicts and questions of moral conduct of members and branch leaders. Decisions are made by simple majority; in a tie, the chair’s vote decides.
3. Meetings are open and involve the parties; online meetings are allowed when necessary.
4. The functions of the branch ethics officer are assigned to a respected party member. The officer monitors compliance with ethical standards in the branch.
5. After comprehensive and objective review of violations, the branch ethics officer sends materials to the Ethics Commission for disciplinary decisions.
6. The branch ethics officer submits quarterly reports to the Ethics Commission; the form and procedure are approved by the Commission.

10. Final provisions

1. The Code is approved by the Party Congress and is mandatory for all party members.
2. Every person joining the party confirms familiarity with and agreement to follow the Ethical Code.
3. Every person joining the party signs a confidentiality non-disclosure agreement.
4. Changes to the Ethical Code are made by decision of the Party Congress.