JogjaReport.com is committed to providing accurate, balanced, and comprehensive news to our readers. Our guidelines ensure that our online content maintains high standards of journalism and ethics. These guidelines serve as a framework for all editorial and journalistic activities on our platform.
1. Accuracy and Fairness
Fact-Checking: All news articles must be thoroughly fact-checked before publication. Sources should be verified to ensure accuracy.
Balance: Present all relevant sides of a story. Avoid bias and ensure that different perspectives are represented fairly.
Corrections: If inaccuracies are found, corrections must be promptly and clearly made. A transparent correction policy should be in place.
2. Independence and Integrity
Editorial Independence: Content must be free from undue influence by advertisers, sponsors, or other external parties. Journalists should maintain independence and objectivity.
Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Avoid situations that may compromise the integrity of our reporting.
3. Respect for Privacy
Consent: Respect the privacy of individuals. Obtain consent before publishing private information or images.
Sensitivity: Be sensitive to the impact of our reporting on individuals and communities, particularly in cases involving personal tragedy or distress.
4. Responsible Reporting
Hate Speech: Do not publish content that promotes hate speech, discrimination, or violence against any individual or group.
Protection of Sources: Ensure the confidentiality of sources, especially whistleblowers and individuals providing sensitive information.
Public Interest: Prioritize public interest in reporting, especially when exposing wrongdoing or holding power to account.
5. Transparency and Accountability
Bylines: Articles should include bylines to ensure accountability. Anonymous articles should be rare and used only when necessary to protect the author.
Reader Feedback: Encourage and facilitate reader feedback. Address complaints and concerns promptly and constructively.
Transparency: Be transparent about our editorial processes, decision-making, and funding sources.
6. Ethical Use of Content
Plagiarism: Do not publish plagiarized content. Always attribute sources and respect copyright laws.
User-Generated Content: Clearly label user-generated content and ensure it adheres to our editorial standards. Monitor and moderate comments and contributions from readers to maintain a respectful and constructive environment.
7. Sensitive and Graphic Content
Warning Labels: Use warning labels for content that contains graphic images or sensitive material. Provide context and justification for including such content.
Minors: Exercise extra caution when reporting on minors. Avoid publishing identifying details unless absolutely necessary and with appropriate consent.
8. Advertising and Sponsorship
Clear Distinction: Clearly distinguish between editorial content and advertisements. Sponsored content must be transparently labeled.
Ethical Advertising: Ensure that advertisements do not conflict with our editorial values or promote harmful products or services.
Conclusion
These guidelines are designed to uphold the highest standards of journalism and integrity at JogjaReport.com. Adherence to these principles ensures that we continue to earn the trust and respect of our readers. We are committed to continuous improvement and welcome feedback to refine and enhance our practices.
By adhering to these guidelines, JogjaReport.com aims to provide a reliable, trustworthy, and ethical news service for our community.