Media Outlet Ark Valley Voice Date of first publication 31/08/2023 Date of Latest Change 31/08/2023
12. Responsibility for Sources
A Media Outlet shall ensure that the sources used for its journalism are dealt with responsibly and their anonymity protected when justified.
12.1. Anonymity
The procedures for granting anonymity to sources shall be covered by the Editorial Guidelines. The reason for anonymity should be clarified for the public.
Are there guidelines on the procedures to be followed for granting anonymity to sources?
YesAre the reasons for granting anonymity made clear to the public?
YesIf you want to publish additional information, please provide it here.
The Ark Valley Voice is committed to disclosing the sources of all information whenever possible. However, when legitimate concerns prompt us to agree to protect a source’s identity, that source’s identity will not be made known to anyone outside Ark Valley Voice. Before any information is accepted without full attribution, reporters must make every reasonable effort to get it on the record. If that is not possible, Ark Valley Voice reporters will seek the information elsewhere. If that is not possible, reporters will request an on-the-record reason for concealing the source’s identity and will include the reason in the story. Whatever kind of identification of a source is possible – by position, for example – will be reported. Furthermore, Ark Valley Voice will not knowingly disclose the identities of any law enforcement agents working undercover without extraordinary circumstances that will be carefully weighed by the editors.
12.2. Privacy Rights
Editorial guidelines should protect the privacy rights of individuals and their safety.
Are there guidelines to ensure that the privacy rights and safety of individuals are protected in your journalistic activity?
Yes12.3. Independence and Sources
There should be guidelines on establishing relations with sources which protect the independence of the journalism.
Are there guidelines to ensure the independence of journalism relative to the sources for content?
Yes12.4. Diversity of Sources
Editorial guidelines should ensure that a diversity of sources are consulted in producing journalistic content with adequate time for response.