# code of ethics
OUR VALUES IN THE CODE OF ETHICS
Value-based. Sensible. Sustainable.
The ethical self-image of our association as the organizer of the competition is characterized by a humanistic view of humanity, great responsibility towards the participants and their families as well as an appreciative and respectful cooperation with all participants. Sustainability, equal opportunities regardless of gender, nation, religion, sexuality and age as well as the highest level of professionalism in all organizational and personal matters are also important to us.
ETHICS CODE
of the competition
HUMANISTIC VIEW OF MAN
Everyone has the right to have their important needs respected and recognized. We treat the participants and their families, but also all other people, with attentiveness, an open ear, time, friendliness, trust and appreciation. A warm, positive and personal atmosphere is very important to us. We are expressly committed to combating racism and discrimination!
SUSTAINABILITY
We are very happy to be using the Casals Forum in Kronberg, a venue not only with outstanding acoustics and atmosphere, but also with a sustainable and regenerative energy concept. The Forum is the only concert hall in the world to be operated in a CO2-neutral way.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Every person is unique, every person has the right to be treated fairly and respectfully and to have the same opportunities, regardless of their gender, nationality, religion, age and sexuality.
We are proud of the international nature of our competition and see the diversity of people as an opportunity to learn from each other and to remain open, tolerant and curious. We are committed to international understanding, understanding and tolerance of all cultures; we are convinced that the language of music connects people and overcomes borders.
RESPONSIBILITY
We take our great responsibility very seriously, especially with regard to young talent. We are passionately committed to providing everyone with a motivating, unique and wonderful experience with the competition, regardless of prizes. Community, learning from each other, encounters, exchanges and an educational approach are at the forefront. Like the jury, we want to support each and every one of the young talents comprehensively and sustainably and treat them with appreciation and respect as equals.
COLLABORATION
Excellent organization requires attentive, energetic and joyful cooperation between all those involved. Planning that takes the various needs into account from the outset, welcomes ideas and suggestions, and reacts flexibly and individually to necessary changes and differences of opinion promotes such cooperation, which is characterized by mutual understanding and clear communication.
PROFESSIONALISM
Professionalism in all matters is our claim.
Excellent organization that offers participants and their families, as well as the audience and the organizers themselves, the greatest possible comfort, quick orientation and security is a matter of course for us. The data protection standards we adhere to guarantee the greatest possible protection of privacy.
Efficiency, transparency, clarity and structure are components of our actions, which we constantly strive to improve. Criticism is very welcome, because professionalism is inconceivable without reflection.
