Media Relations Policy for the Mentor Me Now Foundation
Introduction
The Mentor Me Now Foundation (MMNF) recognizes the importance of media relations as an essential tool for disseminating information about our mission, programs, and initiatives. This policy outlines our expectations for responsible media interactions by our employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners.
Media Contacts
- MMNF will designate a spokesperson to handle media inquiries and communicate with journalists on its behalf.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should direct all media inquiries to the designated spokesperson.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should not make any statements or promises to the media on behalf of MMNF without prior approval from the designated spokesperson.
News Releases
- MMNF will issue news releases to announce significant milestones, initiatives, or events.
- News releases should be coordinated with the designated spokesperson and approved by authorized personnel.
- News releases should be factual, transparent, and consistent with MMNF's mission and values.
Media Interviews
- MMNF will consider requests for media interviews on a case-by-case basis, depending on availability and relevance to MMNF's mission and programs.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should not agree to media interviews without prior approval from the designated spokesperson.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should provide factual and accurate information during media interviews and avoid making any promises or commitments on behalf of MMNF.
Social Media
- MMNF will follow best practices for social media use, including engaging in honest, respectful, and professional interactions with the media.
- MMNF will monitor and respond to social media mentions and messages from the media in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should not disclose any confidential information about MMNF or clients on social media.
Crisis Communication
- MMNF will develop crisis communication protocols to manage potential crises that may affect MMNF's reputation or programs.
- The designated spokesperson will be responsible for communicating with the media during a crisis and providing factual and transparent information.
- Employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners should refer all media inquiries related to a crisis to the designated spokesperson.
Enforcement
- MMNF will take necessary action to enforce this policy, including disciplinary action against employees, contractors, and volunteers who violate this policy.
- MMNF will terminate partnerships or collaborations with individuals or organizations found to be violating this policy.
Conclusion
At MMNF, we recognize the importance of media relations in promoting our mission and programs. Through our Media Relations Policy, we maintain a commitment to responsible and transparent media interactions by our employees, contractors, volunteers, and partners. We take seriously our responsibility to communicate factual and accurate information and protect the confidentiality of our clients.
