UNHCR Guidelines on the Personal Use of Social Media

Name of code

UNHCR Guidelines on the Personal Use of Social Media

Originator of code

United Nations (UN) - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Country

International

Original language

English

Year of creation

2014

Type of code

Public institutions

Main frame of accountability

Political

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

No

AI/automation

Yes

Abstract

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has published UNHCR Guidelines on the Personal Use of Social Media, recognizing the value of these platforms for communication and collaboration. The Guidelines aim to help staff navigate social media ethically and strategically while minimizing potential risks to themselves, the individuals involved, and the organization. UNHCR staff are, for example, expected to act impartially, practice discretion, and refrain from making public statements on controversial issues. Violations of these Guidelines could lead to a formal investigation and disciplinary actions.

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