1. What the …. ? A framework for making ethical decisions What is? Justice vs Compassion – Laws and rules versus showing mercy and empathy Short term vs Long term – Immediate outcomes versus future outcomes Individual vs community – One person’s needs versus the needs of a larger group Truth vs Loyalty – Being honest versus maintaining an existing relationship Defining the decision

2. What the …. ? A framework for making ethical decisions What else? Who is affected? Are there laws that are involved? What might others think of this issue? Where can I get trustworthy information? What might influence my decision? Do I know enough to make a decision? Getting the facts

3. What the …. ? A framework for making ethical decisions What if? - consequences Do the benefits outweigh the costs? What are the consequences? Who would be hurt? Who would be helped? What might I have to give up? What might be compromised? Can I be sure about the consequences? Consider the options

4. What the …. ? A framework for making ethical decisions What are your principles that come into play? What are the rules? Am I/is someone breaking the law? Would I be happy with my principles being universal? Are the circumstances extreme enough to warrant an exception? Is there a way that I can deal with the situation without breaking the rule/law? Consider the options What if? - rules

5. What the …. ? A framework for making ethical decisions If I was in this situation, would I want the other person to be compassionate? Will the other people involved be happy? Would I be happy if I was in their shoes? Consider the options What if? - care