Code of Conduct

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In the spring of 2025, a program on the topic of misconduct in everyday medical practice was broadcast on French-speaking Swiss television. It was about more than just sexual harassment, addressing discrimination and misconduct in various forms. Many hospitals have already established contact points where victims of any kind of "misconduct" can report.

The SCS considers it important to raise awareness among its members regarding this issue. In collaboration with "begleitbüro, bern", an SCS Code of Conduct was developed, which is intended as a guide for those affected and for individuals in leadership positions. The following aspects are addressed:

• Culture of mindfulness and openness to mistakes

• Integrity and respect

• Equal opportunities and non-discrimination

• Dealing with boundaries

• Sexual harassment

• Dealing with power and dependency

• Violence and bullying (mobbing)

• Conflicts of interest and compliance

The Code of Conduct outlines what actions to take in the event of minor, moderate, and severe boundary violations. All base organizations of the SCS have approved the Code of Conduct and support the information campaign. Starting in autumn 2026, an e-learning module will be made available to all members free of charge to reflect on the issue of misconduct.