JTI

The Media Outlet has been independently certified according to the JTI Programme and CWA 17493:2019.

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Audit Bureau of Circulations Ltd

Date of certification

14/07/2025

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12. Responsibility for Sources

A Media Outlet shall ensure that the sources used for its journalism are dealt with responsibly and their anonymity protected when justified.

12.1. Anonymity

The procedures for granting anonymity to sources shall be covered by the Editorial Guidelines. The reason for anonymity should be clarified for the public.

Are there guidelines on the procedures to be followed for granting anonymity to sources?

Yes

Are the reasons for granting anonymity made clear to the public?

Yes

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There are guidelines in the Charter of Journalistic Ethics:

Principle 6 - https://www.qartia.ge/ka/mthavari-gverdis-aikonebi/article/30513-preambula

PRINCIPLE 6
Journalists have a moral responsibility not to disclose confidential sources.