Journalism Ethics

Journalism ethics refers to the set of principles and standards that guide the practice of journalism. These ethical guidelines help journalists make decisions about how to report news responsibly and fairly. Key components of journalism ethics include accuracy, fairness, objectivity, impartiality, accountability, and transparency. Journalists are expected to verify information before publishing, avoid conflicts of interest, provide balanced viewpoints, respect the privacy of individuals, and correct errors when they occur. The purpose of journalism ethics is to maintain public trust in news media and to ensure that journalism serves the public interest by providing reliable and truthful information.