Editorial Guidelines
AtĀ Vice News Network, we are committed to delivering bold, independent, and high-impact journalism that upholds the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and fairness. TheseĀ Editorial GuidelinesĀ serve as the foundation for all content produced by our journalists, contributors, and partners.
1. Accuracy & Verification
All facts, claims, and sources must be rigorously verified before publication.
Unverified information, rumors, or speculation must be clearly labeled as such.
Corrections will be issued promptly for any errors, with transparency about the nature of the revision.
2. Independence & Impartiality
Journalists must avoid conflicts of interestāfinancial, personal, or politicalāthat could compromise reporting.
Opinion pieces must be clearly distinguished from news reporting.
Sponsorships, branded content, or paid partnerships must be explicitly disclosed.
3. Fairness & Ethical Reporting
Subjects of reporting must be given a reasonable opportunity to respond to allegations before publication.
Special care must be taken when covering vulnerable individuals or communities.
Sensationalism, misrepresentation, and undue harm must be avoided.
4. Source Protection & Confidentiality
Anonymous sources may be used only when necessary and with editorial approval.
Journalists must protect the identity of confidential sources unless legally compelled otherwise.
Plagiarism and unattributed use of othersā work are strictly prohibited.
5. Diversity & Representation
Stories should reflect a broad range of voices, perspectives, and experiences.
Language must be inclusive and free from bias based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, or other identities.
Stereotyping and stigmatizing language are unacceptable.
6. Legal & Ethical Compliance
Content must comply with applicable laws, including defamation, privacy, and copyright regulations.
Undercover reporting or deceptive practices require senior editorial approval.
Graphic content must be appropriately flagged with warnings where necessary.
7. Accountability & Corrections
Mistakes must be corrected swiftly and transparently, with clear notations on updates.
Serious complaints about content will be reviewed under ourĀ Complaints Procedure.
Journalists are expected to engage with audience feedback constructively.