Transcript Computer Ethics Institute

Computer Ethics Institute
CEI History
Founded in late 1980’s
 Incorporated as a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 in
1991
 Provides a cross-discipline bridge between
public policy, ethics, corporations and IT
 One of the first organizations to confront
the moral issues of information technology
 A leader in computer ethics discussion,
debate and education
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The CEI Team
Founded with help from The Brookings
Institution, IBM, Washington Consulting
Group and Washington Theological
Consortium
 President, Ramon Barquin, CEO of Barquin
International, and an internationally known
expert in the field of IT
 Vice President, Jane Fishkin, CIO Emerita at
The Brookings Institution
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CEI: A Unique Organization
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Pioneers in the field
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Stimulates awareness of the issues that arise as
technology develops
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Addresses concerns of a wide audience
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The 10 Commandments of Computer Ethics
adapted in 21 languages is used in schools,
businesses and organizations worldwide
CEI Activities
Publications
 National Conferences-since 1986
 Case Studies
 Commandments/Rules of Computer Ethic
 Events focused on growing issues
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CEI Mission Statement
To provide a moral compass for
cyberspace.
CEI’s programs focus on providing
educational resources and governance
 To achieve this mission CEI needs to
become financially self-sustaining and
establish as solid management and
governance team to drive the CEI mission
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Goals and Opportunities
Computer Ethics Education
 Membership and Certificate Program
 Case Study Repository
 Ask an Ethicist Forum
 National Conferences
 Consultation
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Computer Ethics Education
Objective:
Develop substantive programs that deliver
value and insight to governments,
businesses and schools
Approach:
 Teaching Curriculums for K-12
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10 Commandments of Computer Ethics
Language Translations, non-denominational,
“rules for the sandbox” and 23 languages
Membership and Certificate Program
Objective:
Certify compliance with established norms of
ethical IT policies and procedures at the
enterprise level
Approach:
 Develop an audit process to assess and
certify an organization upon request
 Allow organizations to publish a seal of
“CEI” on website
National Conferences
Objective:
Provide a continuing forum to discuss current
and future IT ethical issues
Approach:
 Steering Committee
 Sponsors
 Mailing Lists
Ask an Ethicist Forum
Objective:
Provide resources to assist in resolution of
difficult IT ethical dilemmas
Approach:
 Form Board of Ethicists
 Review Submissions
 Develop an operational framework and
online delivery mechanism
Case Study Repository
Objective:
Provide a central source for material on IT
ethical dilemmas from which to disseminate
lessons learned and resolutions
Approach:
 Collection and research
 Analytical Framework
 Website Postings
Financial Plan and Resource
Requirements
Provide funding for endowment to support
CEI Mission:
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Facilities
Staff
Conferences
Website
Communications
Board support
An $8 million endowment will support
$400K/year expenses
Thank You
Computer Ethics Institute