The Citizen’s Journal Editorial Guidelines: 

 

The is a newspaper for the students. Our goal is to amplify student-led initiatives and to create a platform that empowers aspiring student journalists and writers, offering them an opportunity to publish their work and contribute to the vibrant exchange of ideas within the community of international schools.

 

This guideline establishes the standard to which all content that  will adhere. The Citizen’s Journal believes in the power of socially responsible journalism in creating a positive, inclusive, and respectful community.

 

Editorial:

 

Editorial and artistic freedom is paramount to bringing out the creativity and talent of the student publisher. The  is committed to editorial and artistic freedom within suitable parameters; all content published in the journal will undergo a review by the Editor-in-Chief and any relevant staff member.

 

The  welcomes and encourages an open dialogue among students through our platform. While content undergoes a thorough review process, diverse perspectives and opinions are welcome, provided they contribute to an environment of respectful discourse.

 

Accuracy:

 

Accuracy stands as the cornerstone of journalistic integrity within the student run newspaper. It demands thorough fact-checking, verification from credible sources, and a commitment to presenting information free from errors or misleading details. Encourage writers to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, ensuring that all reported facts and figures are rigorously checked and verified before publication. Emphasise the significance of precision in reporting to uphold the newspaper’s credibility and provide the school community with reliable and trustworthy information.

 

Political and Religious Content:

 

The  ensures all political and religious content complies with Thailand’s laws, regulations, and cultural sensitivities. Avoid publishing material that could potentially violate local laws or provoke religious or political discord. Encourage writers to demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity when addressing sensitive subjects and seek guidance from school authorities or legal experts when uncertain about content legality.

 

The  maintains that political neutrality in the school newspaper is paramount. Strive for unbiased coverage, avoiding favouritism or endorsement of specific political ideologies. Uphold objectivity in reporting, presenting multiple viewpoints without promoting personal opinions. Emphasise the importance of fairness, accuracy, and neutrality in political content, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are respected and readers are empowered to form their own informed opinions.

 

Diversity and Inclusion:

 

The is committed to fairly representing and justly serving the diverse student body at our school and the international school community. Content should reflect this diversity, celebrate varied perspectives, and contribute to an inclusive and respectful environment.

 

Collaborative Environment:

 

The editorial process is a collaborative effort between contributors and the editorial team, and the best pieces of work come from that. Feedback from contributors is encouraged, and The is dedicated to continuous improvement, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained and meet the changing needs of our school community.