Purpose: |
The Society of Professional Journalists is
dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone
of our nation and our liberty. To ensure that the concept
of self-government outlined by the U.S. Constitution remains
a reality into future centuries, the American people must
be well informed in order to make decisions regarding their
lives, and their local and national communities. It is the
role of the journalists to provide this information in an
accurate, comprehensive, timely, and understandable manner.
It is the mission of the Society of Professional Journalists
to promote this flow of information; maintain constant vigilance
in protection of the First Amendment guarantees of freedom
of speech and of the press; 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; and encourage a climate in which
journalism can be practiced freely. |
