The Illustrative Guide to the Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages
Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages Task Group, 2014
Summary Description
The Illustrative Guide was designed to support organisations seeking to implement the Code of Conduct on Images and Messages and as a compliment to the text of the Code. It provides practical examples of good practice when using images and messages as well as when working in emergencies or using social media. It contains dedicated sections on consent, Child protection / work with vulnerable adults, and accountability and feedback.
Title
The Illustrative Guide to the Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages
Author
Dóchas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages Task Group, 2014
Publisher and year of publication
2014
Resource Type or sub-type
Dóchas Code or Guide Resource, Good Practice Guide, Training Tools, Learning and Resource Guide, 'How to' Guide
Mainly suitable for
Board members; communications staff; Community leaders or educators; Contractors; Education and Public Engagement staff; Overseas Staff; Fundraising/Marketing staff; HR/Training staff; Management; Partners, Programme Staff, Volunteers
Level of Accessibility
Introductory material (easy to read or understand)
Ethical Communications Issues or Groups Addressed
Advertising and/or fundraising; Child Protection/working with vulnerable adults; Ethnocentrism, stereotypes and/or racism; Framing/narratives/stories; Gender, Disability or sexuality; Humanitarianism/climate change/conflict; Human Rights, Equality and Dignity; Images and Messages, Language; Media representations; Organisational Culture and Politics; Representations of Africa; Social Media; Solidarity
Ethical Communications Processes or Practices Addressed
Advertising or fundraising; using and archiving photography and video; Informed consent; Using Social Media; Data Protection