Official CDIC Policy Document

AML, Conflict of Interest, Whistleblower
& Governance Framework

Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council

CDIC is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and full compliance with applicable laws and ethical standards. This framework sets out CDIC’s policies on anti-money laundering, conflict of interest, whistleblower protection, and organizational governance.

1. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Compliance Policy

CDIC is committed to preventing the use of its platform for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, corruption, or other unlawful activities.

CDIC may request verification documents from members, investors, project developers, ambassadors, and service providers when deemed necessary
The organization reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or terminate access where there are reasonable concerns regarding illegal or unethical conduct
CDIC will cooperate with relevant authorities where required by applicable law

CDIC maintains a zero-tolerance approach toward money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and all forms of financial crime or corruption.

2. Conflict of Interest Policy

All leaders, advisors, ambassadors, representatives, staff members, and volunteers of CDIC are expected to act in the best interests of the organization.

Individuals must disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest that could influence decision-making
Where a conflict exists, the affected individual may be required to abstain from discussions or decisions relating to the matter
Transparency and integrity remain essential to maintaining public confidence in CDIC

3. Whistleblower Policy

CDIC encourages the reporting of suspected misconduct, fraud, corruption, unethical behaviour, misuse of resources, harassment, discrimination, or violations of organizational policies.

Reports may be submitted confidentially through designated reporting channels
Individuals who report concerns in good faith will be protected from retaliation, intimidation, discrimination, or adverse treatment
All reports will be reviewed fairly, confidentially, and in accordance with applicable procedures

To report a concern confidentially, please contact CDIC at info@cdic-cameroon.org. All reports are treated with strict confidentiality.

4. Governance Charter

CDIC is governed according to the principles of transparency, accountability, integrity, inclusiveness, and responsible stewardship. The organization operates through:

The General Assembly
Executive Leadership
Advisory Council
Committees established from time to time

Governance decisions are guided by the mission, vision, values, and strategic objectives of CDIC. Leaders are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, and accountability while acting in the best interests of the organization and the communities it serves.

CDIC remains committed to maintaining governance practices that strengthen trust, promote sustainability, and support its mission of diaspora engagement, investment facilitation, humanitarian action, and national development.

5. Contact Us

For questions regarding this policy framework, please contact us:

Organization Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council (CDIC)

“Uniting the Diaspora. Building the Nation.”