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Press Complaints Commission: Code of Practice - http://www.pcc.org.uk/cop/practice.html
Self-regulatory industry system that deals with complaints from the public about the editorial content of British newspapers and magazines. Code also available as PDF. |
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European Codes of Journalism Ethics - http://www.uta.fi/ethicnet/
Guide to ethics codes for media in European countries with related articles and links to selected press councils. |
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Ethics in Journalism - http://spj.org/ethics.asp
Ethics code of the Society of Professional Journalists, links to additional information and resources. |
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Society of Professional Journalists: Ethics - http://www.spj.org/ethics.asp?
Provides the code of ethics for this US group, case studies, a hotline, and resources for reporters faced with a dilemma. Details about events celebrating responsible reporting. |
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Wikipedia: Journalism ethics and standard - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Journalism_ethics_and_standards
Online encyclopedia article traces the evolution and purpose of codes of journalism, self-regulation within the industry, and their application in practice. |
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New York Times Company: Press Ethics - http://www.nytco.com/press/ethics.html
Outlines the scope and purpose of this company policy. |
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CPB - Ethics Guide for Public Radio Journalism - http://www.cpb.org/stations/radioethicsguide/
An overview of important ethical issues that face public radio, as identified by public radio journalists. It offers principles and standards for ethical practice. Both the revised (2003) and original (1995) versions are available in PDF format. |
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CBC/Radio-Canada Journalistic Standards and Practices - http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/accountability/journalistic/
Policy framework for reportage at Canada's national public broadcaster, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Explains legislation, standards and practice. |
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Indiana University School of Journalism: Ethics Cases Online - http://journalism.indiana.edu/resources/ethics/
Series of case studies developed by Barry Bingham, Jr., and originally published in his newsletter, FineLine. Covers ethical issues involving privacy, conflict of interest, reporter-source relationships, and the role of journalists. |
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BBC Editorial Guidelines - http://www.bbc.co.uk/guidelines/editorialguidelines/
Online services policies to help content producers for British Broadcasting Corporation resolve difficult editorial dilemmas. Information about mandatory referrals. |
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Latvian Union of Journalists: Code of Ethics - http://www.mediator.online.bg/eng/ethics/latvia.htm
Deals with editorial responsibility, the role of media in society, and the protection of a source's identity. |
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An Update on Journalism Ethics in Asia - http://www2.hawaii.edu/~tbrislin/asiaeth.html
Tom Brislin of University of Hawaii examines professional conduct in Japan, China and Korea determine if journalistic core values cut across international and cultural boundaries. |
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Lithuanian Journalists Union: Code of Ethics - http://www.lzs.lt/?en=1184743429
Outlines guideline for truth, honesty, and decency. Upholds the independence of journalism and its responsibility. |
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International Journalists’ Network: Codes of Ethics - http://www.ijnet.org/Director.aspx?P=Ethics&LID=1
Directory of codes from around the world, sorted by country and region. Each available in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Portuguese. |
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RTNDA Code of Ethics - http://www.rtnda.org/ethics/CodeofEthics.pdf
Pocket guide (PDF file) outlining standards of public trust, truthfulness, fairness, integrity, independence and accountability. Prescribed for members of the Radio-Television News Directors Association. |