Ethics

Coverage guidelines we hoped you'd never need

May 16, 2018 01:30

Mass shootings are among the most difficult stories a journalist may ever cover. Read More
Journalists, don't get caught up in civil unrest

April 11, 2018 01:30

Covering civil unrest is one of the most ethically fraught & dangerous assignments. Read More
Journalism's first principle: Truth and accuracy above all

April 2, 2018 11:30

Fact checking has new urgency in today’s climate of misinformation. Read More
Coverage guidelines: Hurricanes and natural disasters

March 28, 2018 01:35

During disasters, journalists have a particular responsibility to be accurate and ethical. Read More
Covering hate groups without compromising integrity

February 21, 2018 01:30

Tragic news uncovers poor journalistic decision-making. Read More
Do you follow RTDNA's Code of Ethics?

November 7, 2017 01:30

RTDNA provides ethical guidance and coverage guidelines for journalists. Read More
Facts about 'fake news'

November 6, 2017 11:00

How news organizations can help news consumers practice media literacy Read More
Bias on social media undercuts trust in news

October 26, 2017 11:00

Real-life journalism ethics apply on social media, too. Read More
DOJ to review news media subpoena policy

August 4, 2017 01:30

RTDNA is concerned Sessions’ review could lead to a dramatic roll-back of protections. Read More
RTDNA issues updated coverage guidelines

July 11, 2017 01:30

Focused, topical guides cover specific situations encountered by newsrooms. Read More