Endorsing the Code means that an organisation supports ALL principles, even if it does not deliver on all the commitments. It demonstrates the commitment to continuous improvement and movement toward best practice principles.

Who can sign on?

Any organisation involved in emergency relief, long-term development and development education can voluntarily sign on to the Code.

What does it mean to endorse the Code?

By signing on to the Code, organisations publicly signal their endorsement of all of the Code's guiding principles. Implementation of these principles remains the responsibility of signatories, but the Dóchas Office and the Working Group on the Code will provide assistance to help implement the parts of the Code relevant to their work.

How to endorse the Code?

1. Download the application form
2. Fill in your organisation’s details
3. Send it back to the Dóchas Office
4. Review your implementation of the Code regularly
5. Report to Dóchas on your implementation of the Code every year
6. Share your review/report to other signatories

We want to hear from you:

Let us know how your organisation is implementing the Code at media@dochas.ie