Promulgating the Code of Professional Conduct for Cultural Heritage Workers

The goal of the code is to define standards of behavior, to unify the perception and actions of people working in cultural heritage, to effectively prevent negative behaviors, distortions, deviations and risks of loss and destruction of heritage in the activities of protecting and promoting the value of cultural heritage.

At the same time, it contributes to affirming the role and responsibility of those working in cultural heritage, building and developing advanced Vietnamese culture and people with strong national identity, meeting the requirements of sustainable national development.

The code of professional conduct for cultural heritage workers includes general rules of conduct and 5 specific rules.

Accordingly, the code includes general codes of conduct and 5 specific codes including: Code of conduct in professional activities (in the fields of museums, relics, intangible cultural heritage, documentary heritage and information); Code of conduct towards colleagues; Code of conduct towards organizations and individuals participating in research and visiting cultural heritage; Code of conduct in the press, media, and cyberspace; Code of conduct when participating in other social activities.

The general code of conduct includes 9 contents, in which, people working in cultural heritage must put the interests of the Party, the nation, the people and the people above all, preserve the qualities, ethics, prestige and honor of people working in cultural heritage in accordance with social ethical standards, fine customs and Vietnamese cultural traditions.

Each individual and collective must strictly comply with the provisions of the law and international conventions on cultural heritage that Vietnam participates in; Promote civic responsibility and the responsibility of those working in cultural heritage, respect the diversity of cultural heritage, and not harm the reputation of the collective, the health, honor, and dignity of others.

The general code of conduct also requires those working in cultural heritage to continuously study and practice to improve their political awareness and professional qualifications and skills. Promote a sense of responsibility for work; be aware of fighting against wrongdoings and negative behaviors; practice thrift, fight against embezzlement and waste; uphold professional ethics; fight against illegal trading of cultural heritage or unethical acts in the field of cultural heritage. At the same time, promote a spirit of solidarity, be positive, and proactively coordinate with colleagues in performing tasks. Do not shirk responsibility, shirk assigned work or tasks; Do not take advantage of professional activities for personal gain.

At work, it is necessary to disseminate and guide organizations and individuals to properly implement legal regulations and principles in managing, protecting and promoting the value of cultural heritage; Actively research and apply science and technology to improve and enhance the quality and efficiency of work; proactively propose and advise on the development of policies, legal documents, projects and programs to protect and promote the value of cultural heritage.

Individuals and collectives need to strictly implement regulations on public ethics and public service culture (for party members, cadres, civil servants and public employees)./.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/ban-hanh-quy-tac-ung-xu-nghe-nghiep-cua-nguoi-lam-cong-tac-di-san-van-hoa-20250412110131161.htm