Ava just received the results of her company's social audit. Although the company received high marks in most areas, the audit revealed that one of the company's overseas suppliers may be using child labour during peak production season. Revealing this information would be a public relations nightmare for the company, and could cause the loss of key customers. What is the key ethical concern Ava is faced with in this situation?

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The key ethical concern Ava is faced with is being transparent. It is important for the company to disclose the use of child labour and take appropriate actions to address the issue, even if it may cause harm to the company's reputation and financial performance in the short term. This aligns with ethical principles of honesty and accountability.

Ava Just Received the Results of Her Company's Social Audit