Status of Journalists and Journalism Ethics: IFJ Principles

Name of code

Status of Journalists and Journalism Ethics: IFJ Principles

Originator of code

International Federation of Journalists (IFJ)

Country

European

Original language

English

Year of creation

2003

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

Abstract

In their formally non-binding Status of Journalists and Journalism Ethics: IFJ Principles the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) advocates for the role of professional journalists in promoting a democratic media culture. They emphasize that democracy relies on the expansion of freedom of expression and social justice, with the media playing a significant role. The IFJ asserts that the media should adhere to professional and ethical principles of press freedom that are essential for the public’s ability to make responsible decisions. Furthermore, this set of principles deals with access to the profession, clause of conscience, editorial independence, self-regulation and ethics of journalism, as well as a standard of professional conduct.

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