Mission Statement [Leitbild/Charte]

Name of code

Mission Statement [Leitbild/Charte]

Originator of code

Radio X

Country

Switzerland

Original language

German

Year of creation

2006

Type of code

Journalism

Main frame of accountability

Market

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

“Mission Statement” (“Leitbild”) is a document issued by Radio X presenting the radio’s roots, mission and core values and their implementation as well as target audience. Values include independence, openness, multiculturalism, innovation, integration and inclusiveness. Measures for implementing these values include flat hierarchy, balance between paid and unpaid work, employee and programme development, high degree of self-financing for independence, gender equality in positions and committees, and good technical support for programme production and broadcasting.

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