Confidentiality

The ethical and legal obligation to protect sensitive and private information shared during discussions. Maintaining confidentiality fosters trust among participants and ensures that sensitive matters are kept secure. Key principles of confidentiality in meetings include:

Respecting the privacy and trust of participants by not disclosing sensitive information to unauthorized individuals.
Clearly communicating confidentiality expectations to all meeting attendees at the outset.
Using secure communication channels, such as encrypted documents or private discussions, for confidential topics.
Avoiding discussions of confidential matters in public or unsecured settings.
Adhering to applicable laws and regulations regarding the protection of confidential information