Society of Professional Journalists
Society of Professional Journalists
SPJ Code of Ethics
Journalism, Care & Safety, Accountability, Transparency
Guidelines / Framework
Free or Low Barrier To Access
Additional Notes from the DPA:
Translations of the SPJ Code of Ethics are available in the following languages:
- Arabic
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Persian
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Spanish
Society of Professional Journalists
Journalism, Care & Safety, Accountability, Transparency
Guidelines / Framework
This framework outlines the SPJ's four principles as the foundation of ethical journalism and encourages their use in its practice by all people in all media. The four principles include: - "Seek Truth and Report It" - "Minimize Harm" - "Act Independently" - "Be Accountable and Transparent"