Diversity Policy

At The Washington Protocol, we believe that diversity is not just a moral imperative but also a journalistic necessity. Our Diversity Policy outlines our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

  • Creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of our audience and our nation.
  • Providing a platform for voices that are often marginalized or underrepresented.
  • Ensuring that our reporting is sensitive to diverse perspectives and cultures.

Workforce Diversity

  • We strive to recruit, retain, and promote individuals from various backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and ability.
  • We provide diversity training to our staff to foster an inclusive work environment.

Editorial Diversity

  • Our editorial team is trained to approach stories with cultural sensitivity.
  • We aim to include diverse sources and perspectives in our reporting.

Accountability

  • We will regularly review our progress in achieving diversity goals and make the findings available to our staff and readers.
  • We will adjust our strategies as needed to improve our diversity efforts.

Reporting on Diverse Communities

  • We are committed to accurate and respectful reporting when covering stories related to diverse communities.
  • We avoid stereotypes and biased language in our reporting.

Reader Engagement

  • We encourage feedback from our readers on how we can improve our diversity efforts.
  • We will host community events and forums to engage with diverse audiences.

Contact

For any questions or concerns about our Diversity Policy, please feel free to contact us.