definition of ethics and some examples
hello Rob, archival ethics is an area that I am not too familiar with, and I am excited to read your Wiki as it develops! I wonder if a small paragraph that gives a definition of ethics more generally would be helpful, something like what we discussed in Vicki's class. I like how you've chosen a couple of prominent voices and thinkers such as Zinn and Jimmerson. I think it might also be a good idea to include some examples of archival ethics in action to illustrate the concepts you discuss.
Good idea! I was a little unsure about how specific the definition of ethics should be. What do you think? I will definitely add the section on ethics in action.
Did you add the first paragraph of your wiki since I posted my comment above? (I can't remember). I think it does a good job of explaining how ethics relates to archives and defining ethics as the "moral responsibilities of archivists."
I think it would be interesting to explain instances in which archival ethics may come into conflict (an ethical dilemma). For example, the obligation to provide access to records but also to protect privacy. Or something along those lines.