For those with a stake in Philadelphia — people looking to thrive where they live, and those who want to keep their finger on the pulse of what makes Philly, Philly — The Philadelphia Inquirer is your essential source of information in the city and region. No other news organization is as deeply rooted in Philadelphia or better understands what makes it tick, from the communities of Chinatown to the playgrounds of West Philly to the suburbs of our surrounding counties, than The Inquirer.

Journalism Ethics

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Accuracy

  • We strive for accuracy, and we correct errors as quickly as possible online and in print. 
  • We do not plagiarize or use another outlet’s work without proper attribution and credit.
  • We do not significantly alter quotations, photographs, videos, or audio recordings in ways that change their meaning or context.

Fairness

  • We are fair-minded and thorough in our reporting. 
  • We seek a diversity of opinions and sources. 
  • We aim for journalism that is free of favoritism or bias and that minimizes undue harm.
Tom Gralish / Staff Photographer
José F. Moreno / Staff Photographer

Independence

  • We avoid potential conflicts of interests or any action that may compromise the credibility of our news reporting. We also avoid business relationships that would compromise our credibility.  
  • We provide a distinction between our news report and advertising content, with clear identification of any content that is sponsored or grant-funded. 
  • We do not offer money or favors for interviews or information, nor do we accept gifts from sources. 

Trust

  • We recognize that the trust of our audiences is our most valuable asset. 
  • We identify ourselves as Inquirer journalists when reporting and always aim for clear attribution; anonymous sourcing is carefully vetted and avoided if possible.
  • We seek to gain understanding of the communities, people, and issues we cover to provide an informed account of our region.
Jessica Griffin / Staff Photographer
Michael Bryant / Staff Photographer

Integrity

  • We act with professional and personal integrity, and we demonstrate that in our interactions with sources and readers. 
  • We seek solutions in addition to exposing problems. 
  • We provide free access to essential news coverage during public safety emergencies and as a public service when appropriate.
Tim Tai / Staff Photographer

Accuracy

  • We strive for accuracy, and we correct errors as quickly as possible online and in print. 
  • We do not plagiarize or use another outlet’s work without proper attribution and credit.
  • We do not significantly alter quotations, photographs, videos, or audio recordings in ways that change their meaning or context.

Company Values

Our people are critical to achieving our shared mission and goals. By prioritizing how we treat and interact with one another, we are better positioned to drive our long-term sustainability. Our internal company values define and guide how we work together.

Our Ownership Structure

The Lenfest Institute is the non-profit owner of The Philadelphia Inquirer, which is now the largest newspaper in America operated as a public-benefit corporation. The Institute supports The Inquirer’s investments in technology and digital products to best serve its audiences and to reach new ones, and it has helped bolster The Inquirer’s investigative journalism and its community-focused news coverage. Learn more about the Lenfest Institute’s work to build a sustainable business model for local journalism and how to donate.

Our Ownership Structure

The Lenfest Institute is the non-profit owner of The Philadelphia Inquirer, which is now the largest newspaper in America operated as a public-benefit corporation. The Institute supports The Inquirer’s investments in technology and digital products to best serve its audiences and to reach new ones, and it has helped bolster The Inquirer’s investigative journalism and its community-focused news coverage. Learn more about the Lenfest Institute’s work to build a sustainable business model for local journalism and how to donate.

Our Ownership Structure

The Lenfest Institute is the non-profit owner of The Philadelphia Inquirer, which is now the largest newspaper in America operated as a public-benefit corporation. The Institute supports The Inquirer’s investments in technology and digital products to best serve its audiences and to reach new ones, and it has helped bolster The Inquirer’s investigative journalism and its community-focused news coverage. Learn more about the Lenfest Institute’s work to build a sustainable business model for local journalism and how to donate.

Inquirer Brand Campaign

Provocative and multiplatform, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s creative brand campaign utilizes a distinctly Philly voice to reframe outdated perceptions of the city and The Inquirer, whose identities are inseparable.

Inquirer Brand Campaign

Provocative and multiplatform, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s creative brand campaign utilizes a distinctly Philly voice to reframe outdated perceptions of the city and The Inquirer, whose identities are inseparable.

Inquirer Brand Campaign

Provocative and multiplatform, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s creative brand campaign utilizes a distinctly Philly voice to reframe outdated perceptions of the city and The Inquirer, whose identities are inseparable.