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We find clarity

in complexity

Workplace investigations, training, and governance support.

Demystifying ethical challenges to help your organisation build a resilient culture of integrity.

What we do

EthicsVision help organisations confidently address ethical challenges and navigate complexity with clarity.

Whether you need support for sensitive workplace investigations or guidance to strengthen your organisation’s integrity frameworks, our tailored solutions are designed to align with your unique needs and values.

We specialise in supporting industries and organisations under public or regulatory scrutiny, focusing on building trust, accountability, and resilience.

Our practical, results-driven services empower leaders to tackle challenges with professionalism and confidence.

  • We provide expert support across the full investigation lifecycle - from early triage and planning through to interviews, reporting, and organisational learning.

    Our services include both independent investigations and support for internal teams managing complex or sensitive cases, including whistleblowing disclosures, harassment, discrimination, bullying, and misconduct.

    We offer a dedicated 'speak up' service, acting as an independent reporting line and engaging confidentially with whistleblowers or concerned individuals.

    Whether leading an investigation as external experts or advising internal teams on strategy, scoping, interviews, and report writing, we ensure each case is handled with rigour and discretion.

    With significant experience in high-profile sectors such as media, entertainment, and international development, we help organisations manage risk, uphold trust, and respond effectively when it matters most.

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  • We deliver bespoke training — online or in person — to help teams confidently manage workplace misconduct, lead ethical investigations, and strengthen integrity across the organisation.

    Practical, flexible, and tailored to your risks, roles, and sector, our training is designed to equip participants with the skills, confidence, and judgement needed in complex or sensitive situations.

    Our sessions cover a wide range of topics, including handling whistleblowing disclosures, conducting robust investigations, overseeing cases at senior leadership level, managing informal resolutions, and building psychologically safe reporting cultures. We also offer training for case handlers, managers, board members, HR teams, and ethics leads — with each session shaped to meet your organisation’s specific needs, sector challenges, and internal frameworks. Whether you're introducing new processes or strengthening existing capabilities, our training supports lasting cultural and operational change.

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  • We help organisations design clear, practical ethics frameworks — from whistleblowing policies to codes of conduct and investigation procedures — tailored to your culture, risks, and industry context.

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  • We offer responsive, on-demand ethics consulting to help navigate complex issues — from sensitive misconduct cases and leadership dilemmas to cultural challenges and emerging risks.

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About us

  • Finding Clarity in Complexity

    At EthicsVision International, we understand that ethical challenges can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s navigating sensitive investigations, building trust in the face of public scrutiny, or ensuring transparency and accountability in high risk operations, these issues often seem daunting and complicated. That’s where we come in.

    EthicsVision specialises in breaking down complex problems, identifying the core issues, and delivering practical solutions that empower organisations to act with confidence and integrity.

    We believe that ethical leadership is about more than protecting reputations. It’s about fostering workplaces where trust, transparency, and inclusion are embedded in the culture. We find clarity in complexity, empowering organisations to meet today’s challenges with confidence and build stronger foundations for tomorrow.

  • Expertise Shaped by Experience

    I’m William Richards, founder of EthicsVision International, and for the past two decades, I have helped some of the world’s most high-profile organisations navigate complex ethical challenges, uphold accountability, and safeguard public trust.

    Throughout my career, I have worked across multiple sectors and jurisdictions, managing serious misconduct cases, leading sensitive investigations, and designing robust ethical frameworks. My expertise lies in handling high-risk and high-profile issues in organisations where public confidence is critical to their ability to operate.

    I began my career in London as a detective in the Metropolitan Police, specialising in covert internal investigations into high-level police corruption.

    I then moved into the humanitarian and development aid sector with Oxfam GB and Oxfam Netherlands. I led investigations into corruption and abuse in international aid projects, working in over 30 countries and designing anti-corruption systems that strengthened ethical governance across operations. I trained over 100 regional investigators, equipping them to handle misconduct cases across geographic, legal and cultural boundaries.

    At Transparency International’s International Secretariat in Berlin, I redesigned the organisation’s integrity framework. This was a significant project; working collaboratively with senior stakeholders and staff bodies to ensure the organisation embodies the standards of integrity and accountability it advocates for globally.

    As the BBC’s first Head of Whistleblowing, I built and led a specialist team handling some of the most sensitive misconduct cases within one of the world’s most scrutinised media organisations. I spearheaded strategic initiatives - both internally and cross-sector - to build trusted and effective ‘speak-up’ processes that were accessible to all.

    I hold a Master’s in International Criminal Justice, am an Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, and have been trained by the International Institute of Criminal Investigations in the investigation of sexual and gender-based violence as a war crime. These qualifications, combined with my professional experience, have equipped me to lead investigations and design ethical frameworks in some of the world’s most challenging and high-risk environments.

    Empowering Organisations to Navigate Ethical Challenges

    Through these experiences, I’ve seen first-hand how public and regulatory scrutiny of organisations is intensifying, alongside rising expectations for ethical behaviour, transparency, and inclusivity. For organisations that depend on public trust — whether in media, humanitarian work, or other sectors — integrity is no longer optional; it is central to their ability to succeed and thrive.

    EthicsVision International was founded to help organisations meet these challenges head-on. We bring expertise in investigations, ethics, and governance to provide practical, actionable solutions that cut through complexity. Whether it’s conducting sensitive investigations, building integrity frameworks, or training teams to handle misconduct effectively, we focus on creating lasting, meaningful change.

  • Act with Integrity
    We value integrity and live it every day. Our work is grounded in honesty, fairness, and doing what’s right, even when the issues are difficult or unclear.

    Bring Clarity to Complexity
    We make sense of ethical challenges by turning confusion into clear, practical steps. Our focus is on helping organisations see what matters and act with confidence.

    Earn and Strengthen Trust
    Trust grows through transparency, consistency, and respect. We aim to leave organisations with more than resolved issues. Our goal is greater resilience and stronger foundations.

    Collaborate with Purpose
    We listen closely and work with you, not around you. Every solution is shaped to suit your pressures, people, and priorities. Nothing is off the shelf.

Client testimonials

  • Will brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and he has an exceptional ability to transfer his insights to a group. The training was thorough and engaging, striking a good balance between theory and practical application. The scenarios were well thought out and challenging, providing an excellent foundation for professionals.

    Internal Auditor

  • I am truly grateful for the training I received from Will. Will's extensive experience brought a unique perspective to the sessions, combining theory with practical insights. His meticulous approach and ability to include everyone ensure a learning process. Will's emphasis on ethics and professionalism left a lasting impression, enhancing both my investigative skills and commitment to integrity. I highly recommend Will as a trainer for those seeking a rigorous and impactful education in investigation and corruption prevention.

    Data Protection Officer

  • Will's guidance through the comprehensive training was nothing short of exceptional. His approach was clear, interactive, and engaging, leaving participants not just well-equipped, but also confident to perform in these critical subjects (from receiving a suspicion, to investigating, interviewing witnesses and suspects, and writing reports). His communication style blends clarity and warmth, creating an environment where everyone feels both comfortable and deeply engaged.

    Audit Manager

  • Overall, this was a fantastic course, which I found extremely valuable for future investigations. I think the course is perfectly pitched to cover the fundamental theories but is presented in a way to allow more experienced investigators to still explore and discuss ideas and best practices. Kate and Will were superb hosts who not only shared their wealth of experience and knowledge but created a safe environment to learn and ask questions and explore ideas while feeling comfortable in doing so.

    Group Risk Investigator

  • Thoroughly enjoyed it. Was hugely informative and Kate and Will were both extremely engaging, approachable and created a safe space for us all to express our thoughts, concerns etc. without judgment.

    HR Investigator

  • I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I've done a few courses since joining the private sector and this is the first one where I feel I've learnt something new and will take several things away to do in my everyday job. Kate and Will were really engaging and friendly and very informative and it was helpful hearing their real life examples when explaining different areas.

    Group Risk Investigator

  • Being new to HR, I found this course a really great way to have a better understanding of the overall fundamentals of the investigations world. I would highly recommend this to anyone, regardless of experience as I have come away from this course a much more confident individual within my new role and have a greater understanding of HR itself.

    HR Investigator

  • The planning behind the example case study and exercises deserves special mention; it was truly outstanding. As the week of training concluded, every team member was left feeling genuinely enthusiastic about applying their newfound knowledge to real-life situations. I would wholeheartedly endorse Will's services to any organisation seeking to improve their investigative skills

    Head of Audit

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