WHO is committed to enabling events at which everyone can participate in an inclusive, respectful and safe environment. WHO events are guided by the highest ethical and professional standards, and all participants are expected to behave with integrity and respect towards all participants attending or involved with any WHO event.

The Code of conduct applies to any WHO event, which shall include meetings, conferences and symposia, assemblies, receptions, scientific and technical events, expert meetings, workshops, exhibits, side events and any other forum organized, hosted or sponsored in whole or part by WHO wherever it takes place on WHO premises whether or not WHO is organizing, hosting or sponsoring.