Purpose: At Dailyterra, we are committed to the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and transparency. This Code guides all associates in their professional conduct, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and ethical journalism practices.
Gifts, Favors, and Payments:
- Any gifts, favors, or payments offered by Dailyterra must:
- Follow accepted business and cultural practices.
- Be modest in value and legal under applicable laws.
- Never cause embarrassment to the company if publicly disclosed.
- No payments, commissions, or compensation may be given to associates of customers unless backed by a written agreement.
Gifts, Favors, Entertainment, and Payments:
- Associates must not request or accept gifts, entertainment, or payments without a genuine business purpose, particularly from those doing (or seeking to do) business with Dailyterra.
- Exceptions include:
- Courtesies commonly exchanged in business.
- Nominal gifts of small value.
- Extra caution must be exercised when dealing with suppliers.
Conflicts of Interest:
- Associates must avoid situations where personal interests conflict with Dailyterra’s mission.
- Any potential conflicts must be immediately disclosed to a supervisor.
- Examples of conflicts include:
- Ownership in businesses that compete with or partner with Dailyterra.
- Serving in roles with competing organizations.
- Personal or financial interests that may compromise editorial independence.
Confidential Information:
- Unauthorized sharing or misuse of confidential information is prohibited.
- Breaches of confidentiality will result in disciplinary action, including termination where necessary.
Compliance:
Violations of this Code will result in disciplinary measures, up to and including termination. associates are expected to report any violations they become aware of
Social Media Guidelines:
Introduction:
- Social media posts are considered public statements that reflect on Dailyterra.
- Associates must follow company policies and exercise good judgment online
Be Careful What You Post:
- Associates are accountable for their online activity.
- Any mention of DailyTerra must clearly indicate when views are personal opinions.
- Inappropriate or offensive content may result in disciplinary action.
Be Respectful and Professional:
- Maintain courtesy and professionalism in all posts.
- Avoid offensive, threatening, harassing, or misleading content.
- Respect the privacy of individuals.
Be Honest and Accurate:
- Accuracy is essential; errors must be corrected transparently.
- Updates or corrections to posts should be clearly communicated.
Respect Laws and Confidentiality:
- Associates must comply with copyright, privacy, and confidentiality laws.
- Company information must not be disclosed without authorization.
Report Your Concerns:
- Concerns about possible violations should be reported to Human Resources.
- No retaliation will be tolerated against whistleblowers.
Plagiarism and Fairness:
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited at Dailyterra. Journalists must ensure fairness by allowing all parties involved in a story to respond.
