code of ethics

INSIDE THE LINES
THE NIKE
CODE OF ETHICS
Defining the NIKE, Inc. Playing Field and the Rules of the Game

DO THE RIGHT THING

A Message from Phil
At NIKE, we are on the offense, always. We play hard, we play to win, and we play by the rules of the game.
This Code of Ethics is vitally important. It contains the rules of the game for NIKE, the rules we live by and what we stand for. Please read it. And if you’ve read it before, read it again.
Then take some time to think about what it says and make a commitment to play by it.
Defining the NIKE playing field ensures no matter how dynamic and challenging NIKE may be, our actions and decisions fit with our shared values.
Thanks for your commitment,

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DEFINING THE NIKE
PLAYING FIELD AND THE
RULES OF THE GAME

SO, YOU’VE MADE THE TEAM
Matter of Respect
Environment, Safety, and Health
Agents, Consultants & Professional Services
Social Responsibility

What’s Fair Play and What’s a Foul
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Team Equipment (Nike Product)
Product Safety
Export & Import Laws

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Sportsmanship
No Retaliation
Code of Ethics Violations

Staying On the Ball
Protection of Nike Information, Ideas & Intellectual Property
Accurate Records & Reports
Safeguarding Assets & Records
Computing and Information Resources
Privacy

Fraud & Theft
Conflict of Interest
Gifts, Hospitality and Other Payments
Insider Trading
Compliance with Laws & Fair Dealing
Antitrust & Competition
Political Activity

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Questions? Concerns?
Just Want to Chat?

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Alertline - HOW TO CONNECT

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SO, YOU’VE MADE
THE TEAM

NIKE’s good name and reputation result in large part from our collective actions. That means the work-related activities of every employee must reflect standards of honesty, loyalty, trustworthiness, fairness, concern for others and accountability. We are expected to be