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Editorial Guidelines

Last updated: June 03, 2025

AVA News is committed to providing accurate, fair, and independent journalism. These editorial guidelines outline our standards and principles for news gathering, reporting, and publishing.

Our Mission

AVA News is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, accurate, and timely news coverage to our audience. We strive to inform, educate, and engage our readers while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity.

Editorial Independence

AVA News maintains complete editorial independence. Our editorial decisions are made by our newsroom staff based on journalistic merit and public interest, free from commercial, political, or other external pressures. Advertisers, sponsors, and owners do not influence our editorial content.

Accuracy and Fact-Checking

Accuracy is the foundation of our journalism. We are committed to:

  • Verifying all information before publication through multiple independent sources whenever possible

  • Distinguishing clearly between verified facts and unverified claims or speculation

  • Attributing information to sources when appropriate, while protecting confidential sources when necessary

  • Correcting errors promptly and transparently when they occur

Corrections Policy

When errors are identified in our reporting, we are committed to:

  • Correcting mistakes promptly and clearly, noting the nature of the error and the corrected information

  • Updating articles with correction notices that explain what was changed and when

  • Maintaining correction logs for transparency and accountability

If you believe we have made an error, please contact us at [email protected]

Source Attribution and Confidentiality

We are committed to transparent sourcing:

  • We identify sources clearly whenever possible, providing context about their expertise or relationship to the story

  • We use anonymous sources only when necessary and when the source has credible information that cannot be obtained elsewhere

  • When using anonymous sources, we explain why anonymity was necessary and provide as much information as possible about the source's reliability

Fairness and Impartiality

We strive to present news stories fairly and impartially:

  • We seek multiple perspectives on controversial topics and give subjects of critical news coverage an opportunity to respond

  • We avoid language that unfairly stereotypes or discriminates based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics

  • We clearly distinguish between news reporting and opinion content

Conflict of Interest

Our journalists and editors are expected to avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise their ability to report fairly:

  • Staff members must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could create a conflict of interest

  • We do not accept gifts, favors, or special treatment that could influence our coverage

  • Editorial staff may not engage in political activities that could compromise their impartiality

Privacy and Sensitivity

We respect individuals' privacy and exercise sensitivity, especially in cases involving:

  • Victims of crime, accidents, or trauma

  • Minors and their families

  • Private individuals who are not public figures

  • Health and medical information

We balance the public's right to know with the privacy rights of individuals, especially in cases involving personal tragedy or private matters.

Editorial Decision-Making

Our editorial decisions are guided by:

  • Public Interest: We prioritize stories that inform the public about matters of public concern

  • Newsworthiness: We consider factors including timeliness, relevance, impact, and human interest

  • Diversity: We strive to cover diverse communities, perspectives, and issues

  • Balance: Our coverage reflects the diversity and complexity of our region and the world

Use of Images and Multimedia

We maintain strict standards for visual content:

  • Images and videos accurately represent the events and people they depict

  • We do not digitally alter images in ways that mislead viewers or change the meaning of events

  • Photo illustrations are clearly labeled as such

  • We obtain proper permissions and respect copyright when using third-party content

Social Media Guidelines

Our journalists maintain professional standards on social media:

  • Personal social media accounts may not be used to express partisan political views that could compromise journalistic impartiality

  • Information shared on social media must meet the same accuracy and sourcing standards as published content

  • Journalists must clearly distinguish between their personal views and official AVA News content

Complaints and Feedback

We value feedback from our audience and take complaints seriously:

Continuous Improvement

These guidelines are living documents that we regularly review and update to reflect evolving journalistic standards and practices. We are committed to continuous improvement in our reporting and editorial processes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Editorial Guidelines, please contact us:

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