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SPJ Code of Ethics

The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) released a revised SPJ Code of Ethics on September 6.

SPJ is the United States’ “most broad-based journalism organization, dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior.”

The new code of ethics preamble states:

Members of the Society of Professional Journalists believe that public enlightenment is the forerunner of justice and the foundation of democracy. Ethical journalism strives to ensure the free exchange of information that is accurate, fair and thorough. An ethical journalist acts with integrity…

The Society declares these four principles as the foundation of ethical journalism and encourages their use in its practice by all people in all media.

The four principles declared in code of ethics are as follows:

• Seek Truth and Report It
• Minimize Harm
• Act Independently
• Be Accountable and Transparent

A complete copy of the revised SPJ Code of Ethics can be found at the SPJ website.

 

“Uncovering Asia” investigative journalism conference

Uncovering Asia, an investigative journalism conference, is now open for registration.

Uncovering Asia is the first investigative journalism conference in Asia. It is a three-day event that will bring together top investigative reporters, data journalists and media law and security experts across Asia and around the world.

The conference is hosted by the Global International Journalist Network (GIJN) in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), and the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ).

Uncovering Asia will be held in Manila, Philippines from November 22-24. All journalists from around the world may register.

The PCIJ said on its website that “The conference will also mark two important occasions: a special reception honoring the 25th anniversary of the pioneering Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism, and a candlelight assembly to commemorate the UN-designated International Day to End Impunity on Nov. 23.”

More information about the conference can be found at the Uncovering Asia online portal and the PCIJ website.

 

Thomson Reuters governance reporting fellowship

Thomson Reuters is accepting applications for fellowships on reporting  governance and corruption.

The training program is designed to “assist journalists in combating corruption in all its forms.”

All print, broadcast and online journalists around the world with at least two years of experience may apply for the fellowship.

The training program will be held from December 15 to 19 in London, the United Kingdom.

Interested applicants must submit a biography of up to 250 words outlining his or her journalism career; two recent work samples with a brief summary in English (if necessary); and a statement of not more than 500 words describing the factors that affect work as a journalist especially in reporting governance and corruption and how the course can benefit the applicant.

Deadline for applications is October 1.

More information about the fellowship can be accessed at the Thomson Reuters website.