Charter and Editorial Regulations

Approved by the Founder of the Media Outlet
Effective date: 2025

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I. General Provisions

1.1. «Jnews.az» is an electronic media outlet that distributes information via the Internet.

1.2. The media outlet was established to cover the public, cultural, historical, and social life of the Jewish community, as well as to promote the ideas of multiculturalism and intercultural dialogue in the Republic of Azerbaijan.

1.3. The primary web address of the media outlet: https://jnews.az

1.4. The media outlet carries out its activities in accordance with:

• The Constitution of the Republic of Azerbaijan
• The Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan «On Media»
• Other regulatory legal acts
• This Charter and the Editorial Regulations

1.5. Primary languages of publication:

• Azerbaijani
• Russian
• English
• Hebrew

1.6. The media outlet operates on the principles of:

• Freedom of expression
• Information reliability
• Objectivity
• Editorial policy independence
• Respect for cultural and religious diversity
• Support for the policy of multiculturalism

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II. Goals and Objectives of the Media Outlet

2.1. The primary goal of the media outlet is to create an independent information platform dedicated to:

• Jewish history and culture in Azerbaijan
• Development of interreligious dialogue
• Promotion of the values of multiculturalism
• Coverage of public life and international relations

2.2. The main objectives of the media outlet:

• Dissemination of reliable information
• Coverage of the activities of the Jewish community
• Popularization of the cultural heritage of the peoples of Azerbaijan
• Development of international humanitarian cooperation
• Support for intercultural dialogue

2.3. The media outlet may publish:

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III. Founder of the Media Outlet

3.1. The founder of the media outlet may be a natural or legal person in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

3.2. The founder has the right to:

• Approve this Charter
• Determine the development strategy of the media outlet
• Appoint the Editor-in-Chief
• Make decisions on reorganization or cessation of the media outlet’s activities

3.3. The founder does not interfere in current editorial activities, except in cases provided by law.

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IV. Editorial Office of the Media Outlet

4.1. The editorial office is a creative team responsible for the preparation and publication of materials.

4.2. The editorial office is headed by the Editor-in-Chief.

4.3. The Editor-in-Chief:

• Organizes the work of the editorial office
• Determines editorial policy
• Makes decisions on the publication of materials
• Ensures compliance with legislation
• Represents the media outlet before government bodies

4.4. The editorial office structure may include:

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V. Rights of the Media Outlet

The media outlet has the right to:

• Seek, obtain, and disseminate information
• Send journalistic inquiries
• Participate in press conferences
• Cooperate with international media outlets
• Establish correspondent offices
• Use photo, video, and audio materials in accordance with legislation

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VI. Obligations of the Media Outlet

The media outlet is obligated to:

• Comply with the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan
• Publish reliable information
• Respect the honor and dignity of citizens
• Observe copyright laws
• Not disseminate materials promoting extremism, violence, or discrimination

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VII. Financing of the Media Outlet

Sources of financing for the media outlet include:

• Funds from the founder
• Advertising activities
• Grants
• Partnership programs
• Voluntary donations
• Other sources not prohibited by law

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VIII. Distribution of Information Through Social Media

8.1. The media outlet may distribute informational materials through official pages and channels on social networks.

8.2. Official pages of the media outlet may operate on the following platforms:

8.3. Content published on the official social media pages of the media outlet is considered part of the media outlet’s information activities.

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IX. Responsibility

9.1. The Editor-in-Chief bears responsibility for the content of published materials.

9.2. Journalists are obligated to comply with legislation and professional journalistic ethics.

9.3. For violations of legislation, responsible persons shall bear liability in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

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X. Cessation of Activities

The activities of the media outlet may be terminated:

• By decision of the founder
• By court decision
• In other cases provided by law

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XI. Editorial Regulations

11.1. Fundamental Principles

Editorial activities are based on the following principles:

• Editorial independence
• Information reliability
• Objectivity
• Respect for cultural and religious diversity
• Observance of journalistic ethics

11.2. Standards of Journalistic Work

Journalists are obligated to:

• Verify information from at least two sources
• Separate facts from opinions
• Provide the right of reply to parties in a conflict
• Avoid publishing unverified data

11.3. Ethical Standards

The editorial office does not permit:

• Propaganda of violence
• Discrimination on national or religious grounds
• Dissemination of false information
• Interference in private life without legal grounds

11.4. Working with Sources

Sources of information may include:

• Government bodies
• International organizations
• Public organizations
• Experts
• Eyewitnesses of events

The editorial office ensures the confidentiality of information sources.

11.5. Correction of Errors

In the event an error is discovered, the editorial office commits to:

• Promptly correct the material
• Publish a clarification or retraction
• Provide the right of reply to the interested party

11.6. Conflict of Interest

Journalists are obligated to:

• Avoid personal interest
• Not accept remuneration for the publication of materials
• Notify the editorial office of any possible conflict of interest

11.7. Copyright

The editorial office respects:

• Copyright
• Intellectual property
• Citation rules

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This Charter and Editorial Regulations shall take effect upon approval by the founder.