Codes of Ethics In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a rock. — Thomas Jefferson, 3rd president of the United States (1743-1826)

What are they? A written set of guidelines issued by an organization to its workers and management to help them conduct their actions in accordance with its primary values and ethical standards. A guide of principles designed to help professionals conduct business honestly and with integrity. A code of ethics document may outline the mission and values of the business or organization, how professionals are supposed to approach problems, the ethical principles based on the organization's core values and the standards to which the professional will be held.

American Agricultural Editors Association "Serving America's Agricultural Writers, Photographers, and Editors since 1921" Founded by a small group of farm magazine editors. “Serves as a forum for an open exchange of ideas among colleagues in an environment that fosters professional excellence.” http://ageditors.com/index.php/ethics © American Agricultural Editors Association

Founded in 1974 Non-profit organization designed to serve the livestock publishing industry. “Goal is to provide a forum through which members can obtain information on how to improve their overall effectiveness and value to both readers and advertisers.” Functions as an information exchange by allowing publication personnel and other members to discuss common problems with peers and arrive at workable solutions that benefit both. http://www.livestockpublications.com/codeofethics.php © Copyright Livestock Publications Council

Chartered in 1947 Community of more than 21,000 public relations and communications professionals. Provides professional development, sets standards of excellence and upholds principles of ethics for its members. Advocate for greater understanding and adoption of public relations services, and act as one of the industry’s leading voices on the important business and professional issues of our time. http://www.prsa.org/AboutPRSA/Ethics/CodeEnglish/ © Public Relations Society of America

Founded in 1909 as a journalistic fraternity known as Sigma Delta Chi Founded in 1909 as a journalistic fraternity known as Sigma Delta Chi. In 1988, the organization officially changed its name to the Society of Professional Journalists. Mission is to: promote flow of information maintain constant vigilance in protection of the First Amendment stimulate high standards and ethical behavior in the practice of journalism. foster excellence among journalists. inspire successive generations of talented individuals to become dedicated journalists. encourage diversity in journalism. be the pre-eminent, broad-based membership organization for journalists. encourage a climate in which journalism can be practiced freely. © Society of Professional Journalists

Dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty. Includes broadcast, print and online journalists, journalism educators , and students interested in journalism as a career. http://www.spj.org/ethicscode.asp © Society of Professional Journalists