QB Networks Ethical Declaration — Principles with Inspirational Notes

1. Human Dignity is Fundamental

All our activities center on human dignity. Technology, data, software, or decision-making mechanisms must never supersede humanity.

"A human is God's vicegerent on earth; anything that harms them betrays the divine trust." — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)[1]
2. Ethical Leadership Stems from Responsibility

Decision-making power comes not from authority but from integrity and accountability. Leadership finds meaning in serving the community.

"Leadership is about offering freedom to others." — Richard Stallman[2]
3. Pluralism is Strength

Diverse voices and disciplines are not conflict but richness. We believe in a dialogue culture that listens and unites.

"Differences are God's law. Respecting them is what makes us human." — Alija Izetbegović[3]
4. Open Knowledge is a Shared Asset

Knowledge is not to be hoarded but shared. Openness means not just access but virtuous production.

"Knowledge is the foundation of freedom; sharing it grows humanity's legacy." — Linus Torvalds[4]
5. Consultation with Community Shapes Decisions

Final decisions may rest with the decision-maker, but the process is shaped by the community. We build open, learning, and participatory decision structures.

"A community's strength lies in listening to every voice." — Eric S. Raymond[5]
6. Balance of Freedom and Responsibility

Freedom is not recklessness but a reflection of responsibility. We uphold this balance in code and relationships.

"Freedom is complete only when it respects the freedom of others." — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)[6]
7. Digital Justice and Accessibility

Our technological solutions must be accessible to all. Justice begins in the digital realm, fostering inclusion, not discrimination.

"Accessibility is the conscience of technology." — Tim Berners-Lee[7]
8. Principles Precede Profit

Profit must never override principles. Ethical production is our definition of sustainability.

"Morality must be the compass of every decision." — Alija Izetbegović[8]
9. Transparency Builds Trust

We are transparent in all our processes. Trust is built through openness and honesty.

"Transparency is the soul of a system; without it, nothing endures." — Julian Assange[9]
10. Technology Serves Humanity

Technology is a tool for human welfare. Every innovation must benefit society.

"Technology should liberate humanity, not chain it." — Aaron Swartz[10]
This framework represents QB Networks' technical, philosophical, and humanistic vision.

References

[1] Paraphrased from Islamic teachings on human dignity as God's vicegerent (e.g., Qur'an 2:30 and hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari). No exact hadith matches, but it aligns with the Prophet's teachings on human sanctity.
[2] Inspired by Stallman's Free Software, Free Society (2002), emphasizing leadership through enabling freedom.
[3] Paraphrased from Izetbegović's Islamic Declaration (1970), reflecting his views on diversity.
[4] Paraphrased from Torvalds' Just for Fun (2001), emphasizing open-source knowledge sharing.
[5] Derived from Raymond's The Cathedral and the Bazaar (1999), advocating community-driven development.
[6] Paraphrased from hadith on justice and mutual respect, such as in Sahih Muslim, reflecting freedom and duty.
[7] Inspired by Berners-Lee's Weaving the Web (1999), advocating for universal web access.
[8] Paraphrased from Izetbegović's Islam Between East and West (1984), emphasizing moral guidance.
[9] Based on Assange's Cypherpunks: Freedom and the Future of the Internet (2012), on transparency.
[10] Paraphrased from Swartz's Guerilla Open Access Manifesto (2008), advocating for liberating technology.

Additional Notes