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A new look at global ethics and
The Four-Way Test
By RI Director-elect Lars-Olof Fredricksso
Lars-Olof Fredriksson, of the Rotary Club of Äänekoski, Finland, is a
retired major in the Finnish air force and has a master’s degree in
political science.
For Rotary, The Four-Way Test is the cornerstone of all action. It has
been for years, and it will be in the future. Of the things we think,
say or do
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Is it the
TRUTH?
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Is it FAIR to
all concerned?
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Will it build
GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
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Will it be
BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
The test is one of the hallmarks of Rotary. Since it was developed in
1932 by Herbert J. Taylor, who later became RI president, it has never
ceased to be relevant. Its four brief questions are not based on culture
or religion. Instead, they are a simple checklist for ethical behavior.
They transcend generations and national borders.
As Rotarians, we should have The Four-Way Test in mind in every decision
we make, all day long. Our utmost responsibility is to speak the truth,
to be fair, to build goodwill and better friendships, and to do our very
best in all situations.
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