DNPA Code of Ethics – TazzaNews.com
At TazzaNews, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of journalistic ethics, transparency, and accountability. Our editorial and business operations are guided by the principles laid out in this Code of Ethics, ensuring that every member of our team acts with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the truth.
This policy outlines our ethical framework in line with industry best practices and DNPA (Digital News Publishers Association) standards.
Gifts, Favors & Business Conduct
- TazzaNews team members are expected to avoid offering or accepting gifts, favors, or payments that could influence editorial independence or appear improper.
- Any gifts or tokens offered on behalf of the company must comply with legal guidelines, ethical standards, and be of nominal value.
- Unauthorized payments, commissions, or incentives to third-party representatives or clients without formal contracts are strictly prohibited.
Receiving Gifts or Entertainment
- Our team must not solicit or accept gifts, hospitality, or payments from individuals or organizations doing business with, or seeking to influence, TazzaNews.
- Modest, customary business courtesies may be accepted, but all gifts must be reported and reviewed as per internal policy.
- In particular, suppliers and advertisers must never be allowed to influence editorial decisions through personal benefits.
Conflicts of Interest
- Staff members are required to avoid any situation that may create a conflict between personal interest and professional duty.
- This includes personal investments, external engagements, or affiliations that compete with or compromise the interests of TazzaNews.
- All potential conflicts must be immediately disclosed to supervisors or management for review and resolution.
Confidentiality & Information Integrity
- All employees and contributors are expected to protect confidential information regarding internal operations, editorial processes, business data, and sources.
- Unauthorized disclosure or misuse of such information is a serious violation and may result in disciplinary action, including termination.
- We maintain a strict policy against leaking or sharing unpublished content or internal strategies.
Social Media Policy
Public Accountability
- Social media posts by staff, even from personal accounts, are treated as public statements and should reflect good judgment and integrity.
Responsibility & Transparency
- Employees are personally responsible for what they share online. Any mentions of TazzaNews must be clearly stated as personal opinions, unless officially authorized.
Professionalism in Content
- All online communication should be respectful, non-discriminatory, and free of harassment or misinformation.
- Associates must refrain from posting content that could harm TazzaNews’s reputation or violate legal or editorial standards.
Accuracy & Corrections
- We value truth and clarity. Team members must ensure accuracy in their posts and promptly correct errors when identified.
Plagiarism & Editorial Fairness
- TazzaNews maintains zero tolerance for plagiarism. Every piece of content must be original or properly attributed to the source.
- Our journalists and writers are expected to be fair and unbiased, providing equal opportunity for response to all parties mentioned in a report or investigation.
Reporting Ethical Concerns
- Team members are strongly encouraged to report violations of this policy through proper channels without fear of retaliation.
- All concerns will be investigated promptly and with complete confidentiality.
Our Ethical Responsibility
At TazzaNews.com, we believe that ethical journalism is the cornerstone of public trust. We hold ourselves accountable to our readers and to the values of truth, fairness, and integrity in every piece of content we create or share.
