The Giraffe Awards aim to recognize those who have stuck their neck out in an effort to fight corruption or mistreatment in the workplace. WPI Giraffe Award recipients are employees who have stuck their necks out to report malpractices, fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, etc. Those who bravely act to improve the integrity of the respective agency or beyond. Often in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles or challenges while facing criticism and anger. Categories for the nominee’s contributions are Government/Military, Private sector/Industry, Academia, COVID-19, and Supporter/Ally. There is no time frame that the nominees’ contributions must be within, so take a moment to recognize someone special because courage comes in all colors and spots!
The Novartis Scandal: Ethical Implications and Legal Conflict
The Novartis scandal represents a significant chapter in the ongoing discourse surrounding ethicsin the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in relation to allegations of corruption and bribery. Thisanalysis explores the intricacies of the scandal, the penalties imposed by U.S. authorities, theconflicts arising from the legal frameworks of Greece and the United States and the implicationsthese differences have an effect on the protection status of whistleblowers.