The financial services sector plays a critical role in society’s well-being, economic stability, and political security. Yet, despite substantial investments in regulation, the industry remains plagued by ethical breaches, as evidenced by the significant fines it incurs. These penalties aren’t just abstract figures; they reflect individual decisions by people within the sector who choose unethical paths.
The key question we must address is why so many in this industry seem willing to act without ethics, integrity, transparency, or trustworthiness. This question is at the heart of the reforms that are desperately needed.
The Transparency Task Force is proud to join forces with the World Values Day team for this year’s World Values Day, where we aim to illuminate the principle that “sunlight is the best disinfectant,” as Justice Louis Brandeis famously said.
We encourage all who care about the financial sector’s societal role to join us in this event. There will be speeches from notable individuals and opportunities for meaningful discussion on how we can collectively drive the necessary cultural change within organisations.
