Friday, February 24, 2006

A Code of Ethics for Visual Journalism

SND [Society for News Design] is drafting a code of ethics for visual journalism, and we want to hear from you. Review the draft code below and then send us your comments. If we can publish your comments, please sign your e-mail with your name and e-mail address.
Former SND president Bill Gaspard is coordinating the responses and asks that your comments and feedback be sent to: sndethics@yahoo.com

The Society for News Design's Proposed Code of Ethical Standards
Preamble: As members of the Society for News Design, we have an obligation to promote the highest ethical standards for visual journalism -- for all journalism -- as they apply to the values of accuracy, fairness, honesty, inclusiveness, and courage.

Coverage at PoynterOnline

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