Name of code
Standards of Ethical Journalism
Originator of code
Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Country
European
Original language
English/Russian
Year of creation
2017
Type of code
Journalism
Main frame of accountability
Public
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Mandatory (for employees)
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
The “Standards of Ethical Journalism” by RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty applies to over 1.700 staff members in more than 20 bureaus. The organisation is one of the most comprehensive news operations in the world and operates in many countries where a free press is banned or not yet fully established. The code alphabetically deals with more than fifty standards, including accuracy, (false) balance, diversity factors, and hate speech. Violation of the principles may result in disciplinary action.
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