Mission Statement – Principles

Name of code

Mission Statement - Principles

Originator of code

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Country

European

Original language

English

Year of creation

2022

Type of code

Journalism

Main frame of accountability

Public

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

Radio Free Europe/RadioLiberty is a media organisation funded by the United States government, which broadcasts to countries in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Middle East. Their legally non-binding Mission is to provide accurate news and open debate in countries with limited freedom of the press without being influenced by external pressure. They adhere to ethical journalism principles and respect the laws of professional reporting.

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