Conflict Resolution of Ethical Issues in Faith-Based Organizations

Conflict Resolution of Ethical Issues in Faith-Based Organizations
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Conflict Resolution of Ethical Issues in Faith-Based Organizations
Differences in beliefs are very much common in society. It demonstrates the diverse beliefs, culture, behavior, etc., that make an individual the person that he/she is. However, there are instances that these differences create conflicts in places such as work. Aside from the usual challenges that are present in the workplace, ethical issues are also a concern, more so in faith-based organizations and businesses. When combined with faith and religion, business is a modern concept that takes a unique turn in conflict resolution and management. This paper aims to discuss how faith-based businesses and organizations approach conflict resolution and management, considering the usual ways of non-faith-based companies.
Faith-Based Companies
The unique feature of a faith-based organization is that its values and practices depend on the spiritual beliefs and teachings of a particular religious community. Christianity is one example of religion, and Christians follow the scriptures in the Bible in determining what is good and evil. These values are often seen in the organization’s goals, regulations, and works, shaping the company as a whole.
Code of Ethics
The use of a code of ethical conduct is common in the workplace. This is a positive approach to establishing the rules and regulations in an organization. The code of ethical conduct is influential in guiding the employees regarding the proper and expected behavior in the workplace. Although it is theoretical, the code of ethical conduct is applicable in daily workplace scenarios and situations. The employees also perceive the code of ethics in a positive light because it clearly states what behavior is acceptable and what is not. This provides a sense of freedom in having their actions guided by the code of ethics (Lowery et al., 2014). Inclusion is also a positive effect of having a code of ethical conduct in the workplace because it will not discriminate based on beliefs or religion but will base the regulations on good values. This is the same with resolving conflicts and mediating between employees because there is already a guide to humane and professional resolution of workplace altercations.
Ethical Training and Support
Faith-based organizations have ethical training and support for the employees. This is to promote uniformity in the expectations and regulations in the organization while also encouraging inclusion even for people with different religious affiliations or levels of personal spirituality. Organizations with ethical training and support are associated with employees who are more committed to their workplace environment. This may be concerni...