The principles of ethical journalism that are bound to uphold are (adapted from the Society of Professional Journal ists‘ Code of Ethics).
The duty of the journalist is to further public enlightenment as the forerunner of justice and the foundation of democracy, by seeking truth and providing a fair and comprehensive account of events and issues. Conscientious journalists from all media and specialties strive to serve the public with thoroughness and honesty. Professional integrity is the cornerstone of a journalist’s credibility. Journalists should:-
1. Seek Truth and Report It – Journalists should be honest, fair
and courageous in gathering, reporting and interpreting information.
2. Minimize Harm – Ethical journalists treat sources, subjects and colleagues as human beings deserving of respect.
3. Act Independently – Journalists should be free of obligation to any interest other than the public’s right to know. [Advocacy journalists may of course intentionally and transparently adopt a non-objective viewpoint.]
4. Be Accountable – Journalists are accountable to their readers, listeners, viewers and each other.
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