Our Policies

At What’s Up Worcester News, Inc., we believe that trust, transparency, and accountability are the foundation of strong community journalism.
As a nonprofit public media organization, we follow clear policies that protect our independence, ensure ethical reporting, and keep our relationship with the Worcester community open and honest.

Below are the key policies that guide our newsroom and organization.

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Editorial Independence Policy

We make all editorial decisions independently of donors, sponsors, or outside influence.
Funding sources do not shape our coverage — our reporting reflects the interests of the Worcester community, not financial backers.
👉 Read our full Editorial Independence Policy

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Donor Transparency Policy

We publicly disclose all donors who contribute $5,000 or more each year.
We never sell or share donor information, and no donor or sponsor has any influence over our editorial decisions.
👉 Read our full Donor Transparency Policy

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Corrections Policy

We are committed to accuracy. When we make a mistake, we fix it — clearly and promptly.
Corrections are posted at the bottom of the original article and shared transparently on our platforms when necessary.
👉 Read our full Corrections Policy

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Disclosure of Conflict of Interest Policy

All staff, contributors, and board members must disclose any personal, financial, or professional interests that could influence their work with What’s Up Worcester.
We manage and disclose any potential conflicts to protect our credibility and community trust.
👉 Read our full Conflict of Interest Policy

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Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy.
Any personal information you share with us through donations, subscriptions, or contact forms is kept secure and never sold.
👉 Read our full Privacy Policy

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Our Commitment to Transparency

What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
We are accountable to our readers and community, not advertisers or political interests.
Our annual reports, donor listings, and financial disclosures are available upon request.

For questions about our policies or to request a document, contact:
info@whatsupworcester.com