My Journalism Ethics Statement
Career:
- I approach journalism as a long-term public service rather than a short-term platform. I am committed to building a career grounded in responsibility, accountability and continuous learning, recognizing that credibility is earned over time through consistent, ethical work.
Respect:
- I treat sources, subjects and audiences with respect, especially when reporting on sensitive or controversial issues. This includes accurately representing viewpoints, honoring people’s lived experiences and avoiding language or framing that unnecessarily harms or marginalizes individuals or communities.
Curiosity
- Curiosity drives my reporting and my commitment to asking meaningful questions. I strive to look beyond surface-level narratives, seek out underrepresented perspectives and challenge assumptions in order to better understand complex issues.
Truth
- I prioritize accuracy, verification and fairness in all reporting. My responsibility is to pursue the truth through thorough research, fact-checking and transparency, even when the findings are uncomfortable or challenge prevailing narratives.
Compassion
- I recognize the human impact of journalism and aim to report with empathy. Compassion guides how I interview sources, frame stories and handle difficult subjects, ensuring that people are not reduced to stereotypes or statistics.
Integrity
- Integrity is central to my work as a journalist. I avoid conflicts of interest, correct errors promptly and take responsibility for my reporting decisions, understanding that public trust depends on honesty and ethical consistency.