Ethical Journalism Network

Ethical Journalism Network The Ethical Journalism Network promotes ethics, good governance and self-regulation. We strive to improve media standards in the digital age.

The Ethical Journalism Network strengthens the craft of journalism and promotes higher ethical standards in media through education, training & publication of useful research.

The tragic death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday, following weeks of intense media coverage over allegations of plagi...
11/09/2026

The tragic death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday, following weeks of intense media coverage over allegations of plagiarism and questions about his biography, has prompted difficult questions about the ethics of journalism in Britain.

❓ Was the coverage proportionate?

❓ Did editors sufficiently consider the human consequences?

❓ Did journalists scrutinise the motivations and backgrounds of those making the allegations?

❓ And what responsibility does the media have when reporting on a vulnerable individual?

In an analysis of the case, EJN Board member Oliver Money-Kyrle argues that media were not to blame for this tragedy and putting media to the sword through new legal regulations is not the answer.

The case raises a wider question for journalism: how can humanity, accuracy, proportionality and independence remain at the heart of reporting, particularly when dealing with racism, controversy and vulnerable people?

EJN welcomes the debate. Read the full analysis in our September newsletter.

🗓️ What’s next for ethical journalism?Our September newsletter looks at some of the issues shaping journalism today.How ...
08/09/2026

🗓️ What’s next for ethical journalism?

Our September newsletter looks at some of the issues shaping journalism today.

How are funding cuts affecting independent media around the world? Do audiences still value impartial news? And how can journalists report on climate change accurately, responsibly and without sensationalism?

We also look ahead to a busy autumn for the Ethical Journalism Network, with events and discussions planned in Strasbourg, Brussels, Thessaloniki and Jordan.

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❓Should a journalist ever be dismissed for asking a question?🇮🇹 The case of Italian journalist Gabriele Nunziati has bec...
08/07/2026

❓Should a journalist ever be dismissed for asking a question?

🇮🇹 The case of Italian journalist Gabriele Nunziati has become a powerful reminder of one of journalism's most fundamental principles: the right to question those in power without fear of retaliation.

As his legal case continues, it raises important questions about editorial independence, self-censorship and press freedom—not only in Italy, but across Europe.

📖 Read the full story: https://www.ecpmf.eu/open-letter-regarding-the-dismissal-of-journalist-gabriele-nunziati/

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How can we better protect journalists' independence? We'd love to hear your thoughts.

📱 The way we consume news is changing. Should journalism's ethical principles change too?According to the Reuters Instit...
03/07/2026

📱 The way we consume news is changing. Should journalism's ethical principles change too?

According to the Reuters Institute's 2026 Digital News Report, 27% of global news consumers now get news from individual creators.

As influencers and independent news creators become a bigger part of the media landscape, questions around accountability, transparency and public trust are becoming increasingly important.

Our latest story explores how journalists' organisations across Europe are responding—and why ethical standards remain essential, regardless of platform.

📖 Read more: https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/

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What are your thoughts? We'd love to hear them below.

📬 **Our July Newsletter has arrived!**The latest edition of the Ethical Journalism Network is now with subscribers, feat...
01/07/2026

📬 **Our July Newsletter has arrived!**

The latest edition of the Ethical Journalism Network is now with subscribers, featuring news, updates and opportunities from across our global community.

This month you'll discover:
• The latest EJN news
• Updates from partners working to strengthen ethical journalism worldwide
• A preview of our upcoming webinar exploring the ethical challenges of conflict reporting
• Ways to get involved with EJN and contribute to the conversation on media ethics

👉 If you're not yet subscribed, we'd love to welcome you to our growing community.

Visit **http://www.ethicaljournalismnetwork.org** to sign up and receive future editions, along with updates on our events, resources and initiatives.

Thank you for supporting ethical journalism.

📍 Ankara, Türkiye📅 18–19 June 2026🇹🇷 EJN President Aidan White is attending the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ)...
17/06/2026

📍 Ankara, Türkiye
📅 18–19 June 2026

🇹🇷 EJN President Aidan White is attending the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) Annual Meeting in Ankara, co-organised by the Journalists' Association (GCD).

Held under the theme "Independent Journalism Under Siege," the gathering brings together journalists, trade union representatives and media leaders from across Europe at a time of growing concern for media freedom and journalists' rights.

🤝 The meeting also serves as an important act of solidarity with Turkish journalists working under significant political and legal pressure.

EJN is proud to join discussions on the global crisis facing journalism, the impact of AI and digital transformation, working conditions in the media sector, conflict reporting, and the defence of press freedom.

Independent journalism is essential to democracy. Ethical journalism is essential to public trust.

🗞️ Stay tuned with more ethical news in media by signing up to our newsletter via the EJN website:
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29/05/2026

🔊 An inspiring and energising evening on May 27 at the Ethical Journalism Network Town Hall in Brussels, marking EJN’s renewed presence in the city where the network was originally established.

🔊 An inspiring and energising evening on May 27 at the Ethical Journalism Network Town Hall in Brussels, marking EJN’s r...
29/05/2026

🔊 An inspiring and energising evening on May 27 at the Ethical Journalism Network Town Hall in Brussels, marking EJN’s renewed presence in the city where the network was originally established.

Hosted at the Brussels Press Club, the event brought together more than 30 attendees including journalists, media professionals, students of media and communications, and friends and supporters of ethical journalism. 📰

EJN President Aidan White reflected on the evening:

“The Ethical Journalism Network relaunch event at the Brussels Press Club yesterday was hugely inspiring. Old and new friends met to discuss a programme that will put ethics at the heart of new strategies to strengthen quality and independence for news media. A great start for a new beginning.”

❤️ Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such thoughtful and engaging discussions on the future of journalism, media ethics and independent news.

Big thanks to our F&B supporters: Brussels based caterers who provided an excellent menu of Moroccan inspired bites; and drinks from Belgian Spirits Co 🙏

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Innovation in journalism cannot come at the expense of accountability.On May 12 at VUB (Vrije Universiteit Brussel), stu...
19/05/2026

Innovation in journalism cannot come at the expense of accountability.

On May 12 at VUB (Vrije Universiteit Brussel), students were joined by a special guest lecturer, Aidan White, President of the Ethical Journalism Network, for a discussion on ethics, AI and the future of news.

The conversation will focus on a critical question: how can journalism adapt to artificial intelligence while maintaining its core principles?

“From misinformation and bias to the risks of automation, the message is clear — ethical frameworks must evolve alongside technology," says White. "Journalism’s responsibility to the public remains unchanged."



Photo credit: Fajrie Samaritan, MSc Student in Communication Studies VUB

🎉 The winners of the 7th Annual Fetisov Journalism Awards (FJA) 2026 were announced this week, following a gala ceremony...
28/04/2026

🎉 The winners of the 7th Annual Fetisov Journalism Awards (FJA) 2026 were announced this week, following a gala ceremony in Limassol, Cyprus on 22 April.

📰 Widely regarded as the world’s richest journalism awards, this year’s winners told extraordinary stories exposing the realities of war, exploitation, and environmental harm.

🏆The four top prizes were awarded to:
* Yuval Abraham for a courageous investigation into genocidal violence in Gaza (Outstanding Investigative Reporting)
* Pierre Leibovici for exposing forced labour and worker exploitation linked to global supply chains (Contribution to Civil Rights)
* Wolfgang Bauer for reporting on the largely overlooked war in Sudan (Outstanding Contribution to Peace)
* Stéphane Horel and a cross-border team of 46 journalists for uncovering a major environmental disinformation campaign (Excellence in Environmental Journalism)

👏Each winning entry received 100,000 CHF, with additional prizes awarded to runners-up and third place finalists.

🔈As Aidan White, President of the Ethical Journalism Network, & General Director of FJA said: “These are stories of courage, integrity and journalism at its most vital — exposing injustice and giving voice to those too often ignored.”

Read more on the winners and all submissions here:
https://fjawards.com/events/%2Fwinners2025

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