Consultancy

ETiCA (Global) provides strategic advisory services to support organisations in strengthening their investigative and/or interviewing capabilities and ethical practice. Our consultancy work is tailored to your specific operational context and organisational needs.

Our Approach: ETiCA (Global) is a not-for-profit social enterprise operating on a cost-recovery basis for consultancy services. Where organisations face genuine financial constraints, access arrangements may be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Our Consultancy Process

We work collaboratively with clients to ensure our services meet your specific requirements:

  1. Initial Consultation – Understanding your needs and challenges
  2. Scoping Exercise – Ensuring we are the right fit for your requested service
  3. Agreement – Establishing clear terms and conditions
  4. Delivery – Providing expert consultancy tailored to your context
  5. Reporting – Final report with interim reports at agreed points if required

Consultancy Services

Investigation Policy Reviews

We conduct comprehensive reviews of investigative and/or interviewing policies, procedures, and frameworks to ensure they are:

  • Evidence-based and psychologically informed
  • Aligned with national and international human rights standards (including the Méndez Principles)
  • Fit for purpose within your operational context
  • Compliant with relevant legislation and guidance
  • Can be implemented by frontline staff

Our policy reviews provide detailed recommendations for improvement, implementation support, and quality assurance.

Independent Oversight

We provide independent expert oversight at meetings, investigations, and decision-making processes where impartial, specialist input is required. This includes:

  • Attending meetings as independent observers
  • Providing real-time expert guidance on interviewing practice
  • Quality assurance of investigative processes
  • Independent review of interview recordings and transcripts
  • Supporting accountability and transparency in investigations

Our oversight role ensures ethical, evidence-based practice while maintaining organisational credibility and public/organisational trust.

Additional Consultancy Support

Beyond our core services, we provide bespoke consultancy including:

  • Training Needs Analysis – Identifying capability gaps and designing targeted development programmes
  • Quality Assurance Reviews – Evaluating interview practice and providing improvement recommendations
  • Case Consultation – Expert input on complex or sensitive investigations
  • Expert Witness Services – Providing specialist testimony on interviewing practice and standards
  • Organisational Development – Supporting structural and cultural change towards ethical investigative practice
Who We Work With

Our consultancy services are commissioned by:

  • Police forces and law enforcement agencies
  • Investigation bodies (public and private sector)
  • Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
  • Corporate investigation teams
  • Government departments and regulatory bodies
  • Human rights organisations

Why Choose ETiCA

  • Expert guidance from specialists in investigative interviewing and ethical practice
  • Independent oversight ensuring impartiality and credibility
  • Tailored solutions designed for your specific operational context
  • Human rights compliance aligned with international standards

Get in Touch

To discuss your consultancy needs or arrange an initial consultation, please contact us:

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