The Center for Public Awareness in Bioethics (CPAB)

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Objectives

1. To increase public awareness of bioethics.

2. To involve the public in bioethical concerns and to help them make informed
   

    decisions in their lives.

3. To provide a bioethical forum for free and responsible exchange of views and

     opinions and exploring plausible solutions.

4. To offer an academic platform for study and research in bioethics.



Policies

1. CPAB subscribes to the inalienable worth and dignity of the human person and

    the common good of humanity.

2. CPAB takes multidisciplinary approach to bioethics and bioethical issues, giving
 

     sufficient emphasis on scientific, social and theoretical aspects.

3. CPAB does not engage in any political advocacy, even when it addresses the

    bioethical  aspects of public policy and the economic and social implications of

    biotechnological, medical and biosafety matters.

    
4. While it remains religiously unaffiliated, CPAB acknowledges the significance of

     insights of different faith traditions in understanding and safeguarding

     human dignity.


Activities


1. Lectures and seminars for the public.

2. Essay contests on various bioethical topics.

3. Print and online publications in bioethics and related subjects.

4. Collaboration with theater and arts to increase public awareness in bioethics.


5. Education and research in bioethics.