Decisions on political activities
A review of the basic provisions regulating participation in political activities
The following analysis may be helpful when deciding on the acceptability of political affiliation.
Staff Regulation 1.2 (h):
Staff members may exercise the right to vote but shall ensure that their participation in any political activity is consistent with, and does not reflect adversely upon, the independence and impartiality required by their status as international civil servants.
Staff Rule 101.2 (q):
Membership in a political party is permitted, provided that such membership does not entail action, or an obligation to take action, by the staff member contrary to staff regulation 1.2 (h). The payment of normal financial contributions to a political party shall not be construed as an activity inconsistent with the principles set out in staff regulation 1.2 (h).
