Noted Media Persons Discuss Ethics and Accountability in Reporting on National Press Day
Panaji: An interactive session titled “Maintaining Ethics & Accountability in Reporting” was held on National Press Day, featuring Shri. Glenn Costa as moderator. The panel comprised renowned media personalities, including Shri Alister Miranda, Shri. Prasad Mhambrey, Shri. Newton Sequeira, and Dr. Olav Albuquerque.
The discussion highlighted the importance of ethical journalism, emphasizing the need for truth-seeking, accuracy, and fairness in reporting. Journalists were encouraged to be honest, fair, and courageous in gathering and interpreting information, while avoiding conflicts of interest and minimizing harm to sources and subjects.
Key takeaways from the session included seeking truth and reporting it, minimizing harm, acting independently, and being accountable.
This session underscored the significance of maintaining high ethical standards in journalism, ensuring that the public’s right to know is served while protecting individuals’ rights and dignity. By promoting ethical reporting practices, journalists can rebuild trust with their audiences and uphold the integrity of their profession.
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