Code of Ethics

At Evening Washington, ethical journalism is the foundation of public trust. This Code of Ethics defines the values and professional conduct expected of everyone involved in producing and publishing content on our platform. It guides how we report, write, and present information in service of the public interest.

Integrity and Honesty

Evening Washington is committed to honest and responsible journalism. All reporting must be conducted with integrity and without deception. Information is gathered and presented truthfully, without distortion, fabrication, or intentional omission of relevant facts.

Journalists and editors are expected to act in good faith and place the public’s right to accurate information above personal, political, or commercial interests.

Independence

Our newsroom maintains independence from political parties, government institutions, advertisers, and outside organizations. Editorial decisions are not influenced by financial relationships or personal affiliations.

Any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed and avoided whenever possible to preserve impartial reporting.

Fairness and Respect

Evening Washington treats individuals and communities with fairness and dignity. Coverage seeks to represent diverse viewpoints and avoids prejudice, stereotyping, or discriminatory language.

We recognize the impact journalism can have on individuals’ lives and exercise care when reporting on sensitive subjects, including crime, tragedy, and private matters.

Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable to our readers and the communities we serve. When mistakes occur, we acknowledge them and address them transparently according to our Correction Policy.

Accountability also includes openness to feedback, criticism, and dialogue with the public.

Transparency

Evening Washington strives for transparency in its journalism. Authors are clearly identified, sources are attributed when possible, and the distinction between news reporting, analysis, and opinion content is maintained.

Readers have the right to understand who is producing content and how information is gathered.

Protection of Sources

We respect the confidentiality of sources who provide information in good faith and may face risk or harm if identified. Anonymous sources are used only when necessary and when their credibility has been verified by editorial leadership.

Avoidance of Harm

Journalism should inform without causing unnecessary harm. Evening Washington avoids publishing material that could endanger individuals, invade privacy without public justification, or incite hatred or violence.

Special care is taken when reporting on minors, victims, and vulnerable populations.

Professional Conduct

All contributors to Evening Washington are expected to conduct themselves professionally and responsibly. Plagiarism, misrepresentation, and manipulation of information are strictly prohibited.

Content must not be created or altered for the purpose of misleading readers or manipulating search rankings.

Separation of News and Opinion

Opinion and commentary content, when published, is clearly labeled and separated from factual news reporting. Opinion pieces reflect the views of their authors and not necessarily those of Evening Washington as an organization.

Factual accuracy remains a requirement for all opinion content.

Digital Responsibility

Evening Washington recognizes its role in the digital information ecosystem. We avoid publishing false or unverified claims and do not promote misinformation or sensational content designed to exploit public fear or confusion.

We strive to contribute responsibly to online discourse and public understanding.

Commitment to Continuous Ethical Standards

This Code of Ethics is reviewed periodically and updated to reflect changes in journalism practices, technology, and community expectations. Training and editorial oversight support adherence to these principles.

Reporting Ethical Concerns

Concerns about ethical conduct or potential violations of this Code of Ethics may be directed to our editorial leadership.

Editorial Team – Evening Washington📧[email protected]

All reports are handled responsibly and with appropriate confidentiality.

Our Ethical Pledge

Evening Washington is committed to journalism that is:

This Code of Ethics represents our promise to readers and the community we serve.