FAQs

JournalistScandal.com is an independent, evidence-based civic journalism platform dedicated to exposing corruption, misconduct, abuse of power and ethical violations within journalism and media-related institutions.

The platform exists to protect the public interest by ensuring that journalism itself remains accountable, transparent and truthful.

No.

JournalistScandal.com is completely non-partisan and independent.

It is not affiliated with: Any political party, Any government body, Any media organisation or corporate group

The platform operates solely under constitutional civic principles and public-interest ethics.

JournalistScandal.com operates under Jatiya.org, a constitutional civic framework grounded in Article 7(1) of the Constitution of Bangladesh, which recognises that all power of the Republic belongs to the people.

This ensures: Civic ownership, Constitutional legitimacy, Protection from partisan or commercial capture

JournalistScandal.com focuses on evidence-based reporting related to: Bribery, extortion and financial corruption by journalists or media actors. Paid propaganda, fake news and disinformation operations. Abuse of press credentials for personal or political gain. Suppression or manipulation of news for power or money. Conflicts of interest, unethical sponsorships or hidden affiliations

The platform does not target honest journalism—only misconduct supported by evidence.

Anyone may submit information, including: Journalists and media professionals, Whistleblowers, Victims of media abuse or extortion, Researchers and concerned citizens

Submissions are accepted regardless of profession, political view or identity, provided they are made in good faith.

Yes.

JournalistScandal.com allows secure and anonymous submissions.

We do not require: Real names, Political affiliation, Institutional identity

Protecting whistleblowers and sources is a core principle of the platform.

All submissions must be evidence-based, such as: Documents, records or contracts, Audio, video or written communications. Financial trails or verified data. Corroborated witness accounts

Rumours, personal vendettas or unsupported allegations are not published.

Every report undergoes a multi-step verification process, including: Preliminary credibility assessment, Cross-checking with available data and sources, Legal and ethical review, Redaction of sensitive personal data where required. Only verified and defensible information is published.

Yes—absolutely.

JournalistScandal.com defends press freedom by holding journalism to its own ethical standards.
Accountability strengthens journalism; corruption destroys it.

The platform exists to: Protect ethical journalists, Expose unethical practices, Restore public trust in media

Yes.

Any individual or organisation mentioned in a report has the right to: Submit a formal response, Provide counter-evidence, Request factual correction if errors are proven. Verified responses are published alongside the original report.