Name of code
Our Five Core Principles of Ethical Journalism and Aims, Objectives and Activities
Originator of code
Ethical Journalism Network (EJN)
Country
International
Original language
English
Year of creation
N/A
Type of code
Journalism
Main frame of accountability
Professional
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
The Ethical Journalism Network (EJN) is a UK-based non-profit network of international media professionals. It aims to strengthen journalism and promote ethical standards in media through education, training and research. Their five core principles of ethical journalism are truth and accuracy, independence, fairness and impartiality, humanity, as well as accountability. All EJN members voluntarily share these values.
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