apo_code_of_conduct_1st_bod.doc

 

Excerpts of the minutes of the:

 

1st Joint  EXECOM and BOD Meeting

Development Year 2007 - 2009

Boso-Boso Highlands Resort and Convention Center

Antipolo City

24 – 25 August 2007

 

Bro Boy Lopez presented a draft APO Code of Conduct.

 

After thorough discussion on the proposed APO Code of Conduct and upon motion of Bro Brassett Espiritu duly seconded by VP for the Sorority, Sis Rikki Liquigan, the BOD unanimously adopted Resolution No. 13, “A Resolution Adopting the Alpha Phi Omega International Philippines Code of Conduct”

 

 

APO Code of Conduct


The 12 jewels of the Scout Law is a summary of character issues that a Member of ALPHA PHI OMEGA (PHILIPPINES) pledges to follow.


I.  TRUSTWORTHY

 

He tells the truth and keeps his promises. Honesty is an integral part of his Code of Conduct. People can depend on him.

 

II. LOYAL

 

He is true to his family, leaders, friends, community, nation and other members of the fraternity.

 

III. HELPFUL

 

He is concerned about other people. He does things willingly and unselfishly for others.

 

IV. FRIENDLY

 

He is a friend to all. He is a Brother to other APO members. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own.

 

V. COURTEOUS

He is polite to everyone, regardless of age or position. He knows and understands that good manners make it easier for people to get along together.


VI. KIND

 

He understands that there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants others to treat him.


VII. OBEDIENT

 

He follows the rules of the fraternity, his family, his community and his nation. If he thinks the rules and laws are unfair, he will try to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disregard and disobey these.

 

VIII. CHEERFUL

 

He always looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks assigned to him. He always tries to make others happy.

 

IX. THRIFTY

 

He works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.


X. BRAVE

 

He can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at or threaten him.

 

XI. CLEAN

 

He keeps his body, mind and spirit as well as his dwelling and surroundings clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals with him.

 

XII. REVERENT

 

He is reverent towards God. He is faithful to his religious duties. He respects the religious beliefs of others.