About the Chief Editors Guild
A registered media organisation formed by chief editors of online media houses in India and abroad — rooted in public trust and credible journalism.
Background and purpose
The guild’s public-facing description explains how it positions itself and why it was formed.
Online Media Chief Editors Guild is a registered organisation under the Travancore Cochin Literary Scientific and Charitable Societies Act of 1955 with registration number TVM/TC/651/2020 and the Registrar of Societies, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
The guild was formed to develop mutual love and cooperation in the field of online media, bringing together management representatives of digital news organisations working under the directives and regulations of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Its public-facing mission also includes resisting violence, corruption, and injustice, supporting the freedom of the press, and standing together against threats faced by online journalists.
What the guild is working toward
These focus areas reflect the guild’s stated aims and public mission.
Truthful reporting
Offer unbiased and truthful news to the general public through responsible online journalism.
Cooperation
Foster love, trust, and cooperation among member organisations across the online media landscape.
Credibility tools
Provide legal assistance, shared news-gathering platforms, and mechanisms to verify the credibility of news.