Reference no: EM133543021
A scenario
Two weeks ago, a state agency learned that three of their large donors will no longer support their annual outdoor student activity. This activity targets at-risk youth and promotes physical, mental, and social well-being through a variety of outdoor activities which last two weeks. In previous years, this event was very well attended and very well received. The agency director (who reports to the governor's office) has been desperately looking for funding to keep the event going. Last week, they were approached by a major campaign donor who offered to sponsor the event. This sponsor is a large tobacco company. The director now faces a dilemma: to accept this money or not. Part of the outdoor events include awareness sessions on tobacco and alcohol use. With limited time left, the director is not sure if they can find alternate sponsors. Funding is tight.
Number one
What are some (3-4) ethical issues in this case?
Why did you pick these issues?
Why do they matter?
Number 2
In your opinion, who are four key stakeholders involved?
How are these stakeholders connected?
Why do they matter?
How would you classify these stakeholders?
Note: your stakeholders should represent at least two different sectors (public, private, non-profit).
3. What advice would you give to the agency director to help them ensure ethical decision making?
Use your ethical framework to produce three suggestions. Make sure to tie them to the case & your arguments above.
4. What is your ultimate advice? Take the money? Refuse? Something in between? Consider the consequences of your decision carefully.