The Code of Ethics of Librarians [Raamatukoguhoidja eetikakoodeks]

Name of code

The Code of Ethics of Librarians [Raamatukoguhoidja eetikakoodeks]

Originator of code

The Asssociation of Estonian Librarians

Country

Estonia

Original language

Estonian

Year of creation

2014

Type of code

Public institutions

Main frame of accountability

Professional

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The Estonian Code of Ethics of Librarians was developed by the Association of Estonian Libraries and applies to all librarians. The Code contains principles for librarians’ relationship with society and readers, and outlines values and principles for the profession of librarian, including areas such as privacy, neutrality and non-discrimination, preservation of cultural heritage, ethical use of information, open access, and cooperation.

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