ABSTRACT

What is clear from my research is that wherever people operate in their daily lives, be it at work, in their home or in their local communities, they want to experience values that align with democratic principles. Let me remind you of the words I used at the start of this book:

At this point in our collective human history, we are witnessing an unprecedented shift in human values. Millions of people all over the world are demanding their voices be heard, not just in how our nations are governed, but also in how our organizations are run. They want equality, fairness, openness and transparency; they want to be responsible and accountable for their lives; and, they want to trust and be trusted. They also want to work for organizations that are seen to be ethical and do the right thing in the eyes of society. They want to be proud of the organization they work for.