1. Public engagement & public benefit
Working in partnership with audiences
Ethics
The MA has acted as the champion and guardian of UK museum ethics since the first Codes of Practice and Conduct were published in 1977.
We produce the Code of Ethics and oversee the Ethics Committee, which develops and promotes the understanding of ethical principles, practice and issues within the museum community.
2. Stewardship of collections
Maintaining and developing collections for current and future generations
3. Individual & institutional integrity
Upholding the highest level of integrity at all times
Ethics Committee
Creating a culture in UK museums that embraces ethical practice
The ethics of disposal
Our position on disposal from museum collections
Everyday Ethics: case studies
Use these ethical dilemmas to support your everyday practice