Our Code of Ethics pledge and goals are based upon the Society of Professional Journalists' Code of Ethics.
Our Pledge:
- To report stories that are written honestly and without bias.
- To fact check all information.
- To never plagiarize.
Our Goals:
To Minimize Harm:
- We will handle request for interviews and photos with sensitivity.
- We will show compassion when dealing with sensitive cases.
To Act Independently:
- We will avoid conflict of interest.
- We will refuse gifts, favors, fees, free travel and special treatment.
- We will avoid bidding for news and favored treatment.
To Be Accountable:
- We will admit and correct mistakes.
- We will expose unethical practices.
- We will be held to the highest journalistic standards.
Our Pledge:
- To report stories that are written honestly and without bias.
- To fact check all information.
- To never plagiarize.
Our Goals:
To Minimize Harm:
- We will handle request for interviews and photos with sensitivity.
- We will show compassion when dealing with sensitive cases.
To Act Independently:
- We will avoid conflict of interest.
- We will refuse gifts, favors, fees, free travel and special treatment.
- We will avoid bidding for news and favored treatment.
To Be Accountable:
- We will admit and correct mistakes.
- We will expose unethical practices.
- We will be held to the highest journalistic standards.