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NARRATOR: Bribery and corruption is serious business. From the grand corruption of high-level officials to the everyday dishonest favors in business, corruption and bribery can be devastating to your organization and should not be tolerated. So what is corruption? Corruption is the abuse of entrusted power for private gain. It can be grand, petty, or political. It doesn't matter what kind, how much money is involved, or who does it. It's still wrong. Bribery is a crime in which money, a favor, or something of value is promised to, given to, or taken from an individual or corporation in an attempt to sway his or its views, opinions, or decisions.

Make no mistake, your organization strictly prohibits all forms of bribery. The bottom line is that you must never offer, promise, or accept bribes or kickbacks and must not participate in or facilitate corrupt activities of any kind. Of course, your organization expects all suppliers to comply with your anti-corruption policy and code of conduct. Suppliers and vendors are held to those same organizational high standards of integrity, good conduct, and professionalism. Bribery can take many forms, including grand corruption, facilitation of payments, business gifts, donations, hospitality, in-kind help and support, perks to relatives and more. Your organization's code of conduct and anti-corruption policy prohibit all forms of bribery and corruption. This means that you comply with all anti-corruption laws, local, federal, and international laws, and keep accurate documentation for all transactions.