Ethical reflection is an essential part of everyday museum practice. This Code cannot contain all the answers to the ethical issues that museums face.
If you are faced with a situation or a dilemma you should use the Code to shape and inform your thinking, there is additional guidance available on the website, as well as a number of case studies that focus on particular principles of the Code of Ethics.
What is essential, is to have broader discussions. Ethical dilemmas are often complex. You should gather a range of views and insights so you can see the dilemma broadly and within the context of other decisions and practices.
The following exercises will help you develop your ethical thinking in relation to Stewardship of Collections.