Guidelines for the Personal Use of Social Media

Name of code

Guidelines for the Personal Use of Social Media

Originator of code

United Nations (UN) - United Nations Secretariat (UNS)

Country

International

Original language

English

Year of creation

2019

Type of code

Public institutions

Main frame of accountability

Public

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

No

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The United Nations Secretariat has voluntarily issued Guidelines for the Personal Use of Social Media for its staff members. While the UN respects their personal views and beliefs, it emphasizes that employees should ensure that their conduct on social media aligns with the principles outlined in the UN Charter and complies with the UN Standards of Conduct and Staff Regulations. Moreover, the Code outlines the importance that any statements or declarations made by employees on social media are consistent with the ideals of peace, respect for human rights, and human dignity.

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