Editorial Guidelines (Pedoman Media)
1. Introduction
At Info Media Indonesia, we are committed to delivering accurate, balanced, and ethical journalism. Our editorial guidelines serve as a framework for our journalists, contributors, and editorial team to maintain the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in reporting.
2. Core Principles
To uphold journalistic credibility, we adhere to the following principles:
📌 Accuracy & Fairness – Every article must be based on verified facts from reliable sources. We ensure balanced reporting by presenting multiple perspectives.
📌 Independence & Impartiality – We remain independent and avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise our objectivity.
📌 Transparency – We disclose our sources where possible and correct any inaccuracies promptly.
📌 Ethical Reporting – We respect privacy, avoid sensationalism, and do not publish misleading or false information.
📌 Accountability – We take responsibility for our content and are open to corrections or feedback from readers.
3. News Writing & Reporting Standards
✔ Fact-Checking – All news articles must undergo a strict verification process before publication.
✔ Source Credibility – We prioritize official statements, expert opinions, and firsthand reports.
✔ Balanced Coverage – When covering controversial topics, we provide multiple viewpoints.
✔ No Plagiarism – All content must be original or properly attributed to the original source.
4. Ethics in Journalism
✔ Privacy & Sensitivity – We respect individuals' rights to privacy, especially in cases involving minors, victims of crime, or sensitive topics.
✔ No Hate Speech – We do not publish discriminatory, defamatory, or offensive content.
✔ Editorial Independence – Journalists are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or political interests.
5. Corrections & Revisions
If we publish incorrect information, we will:
- Acknowledge the mistake transparently.
- Correct the error promptly.
- Update the article with a correction note if necessary.
Readers can report inaccuracies by contacting us at info@mediaindonesia.org.
6. User-Generated Content & Comments
✔ We welcome public opinions but reserve the right to moderate comments that violate ethical standards.
✔ No spam, hate speech, or misleading claims are allowed in user-generated content.
7. Advertising & Sponsored Content
✔ Sponsored content must be clearly labeled to differentiate it from editorial content.
✔ We do not allow misleading or deceptive advertising.
8. Editorial Independence & Conflict of Interest
✔ Journalists must disclose any potential conflicts of interest in their reporting.
✔ Editorial decisions are made solely based on journalistic integrity, not external pressures.
9. Review & Updates
These guidelines are subject to periodic review to ensure compliance with evolving journalistic standards.
📩 For questions or concerns regarding our editorial policies, contact us at info@mediaindonesia.org.