Thursday, October 1, 2009

Code Of Ethics

We as modern journalist believe that in order to have a more concrete idea of what defines journalism believe that in order to full fill the needs of our audiences must base our principles on justice and honesty. It is our duty as journalist to provide our generation with information and the truth of what it is that really goes on in the world.

  1. Seek the Truth and Report It
    We must test the accuracy of all sources.
    Go for REAL stories that inform people of what goes on in other places.
    Avoid stereotyping and plagiarism.
  2. Minimize Harm
    Use special sensitivity when dealing with children.
    Use sensitivity when using pictures or stories that involve tragedy.
    Use caution when involving child or adult in a sex crime.
  3. Be Accountable
    Admit when mistakes happen and take responsibility for actions.
    Expose the truth regardless of who is behind the scandal or wrong doing.
    Not takes sides, be as unbias as possible.

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