Nika Goršič

Responsible journalism goes one step further than ethical journalism: it focuses not just on how journalists work, but on how their work impacts society. Being responsible means recognizing that journalism carries influence—over opinions, public debates, policies, and even people’s lives. With that influence comes accountability.

Responsible journalists strive to:

·         Provide accurate, well-researched information

·         Avoid spreading rumors or harmful stereotypes

·         Consider the consequences of publishing sensitive details

·         Offer context rather than oversimplifying

·         Prioritize the public interest over personal or political agendas

Fun fact:
Some researchers say responsible journalism became especially prominent after the Watergate scandal (1972–1974), when the media revealed wrongdoing at the highest political levels. It reminded the world how powerful journalism is—and why responsibility and integrity matter.