Journalism and journalists are the lenses of the world. They are how the world is informed about the incidents of the surroundings. Journalists are responsible for ensuring the transparent flow of information the world demands. Whether the news might be interesting or not, the delivery shall be the priority.
Journalists must deliver unbiased global updates to individuals around the world. However, like everything else, journalism also works on certain principles. A few of the top principles of journalism are mentioned below: –
Journalists cannot always assure the “truth,” but getting the facts highlighted is a significant part of journalism. Accuracy should be the priority while delivering the facts; accordingly, relevancy should be maintained.
Journalism & journalists must always have independent voices. A Journalist should not act based on biased interests – political, cultural or corporate. Everything that is delivered to the audience must be independent.
Like every coin, every story has at least two sides. One can provide multiple sides – however, it should be balanced with a truthful context. Objectivity isn’t generally imaginable and may not be alluring. However, unprejudiced detailing constructs trust and certainty.
Journalists shouldn’t be doing any harm to anyone. Something that journalists publish may be hurtful in some cases. However, it specifies the reality of the lives around us.
Accountability is the foremost sign of professionalism as well as journalism. If any journalist commits mistakes, being responsible for the same, owning up and correcting them is essential.
Conclusion:- The core principles of journalism work on transparency and ethics. Across our courses in Communication and Journalism, Film Television and New Media Production, Multimedia and Mass Communication, these are principles that DGMC instills in every student.
