KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Media Council (MMM) and the Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia (CMCF) have appealed to media organisations, content creators and the public to exercise compassion and restraint when recording, reporting or sharing content involving death, tragedy and bereavement.
General : MMM, CMCF Urge Compassion And Restraint In Sharing Content On Death And Tragedy
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- MMM and CMCF said these principles are reflected in the MMM Code of Conduct and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Content Code, which recognise responsible content practices, respect for privacy and human dignity, and sensitivity towards those affected by grief or tragedy.
- The two bodies also urged media organisations, content creators and the public to steer clear of intrusive recording or photography, especially where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, and to honour requests to stop filming, photographing or sharing.
- MMM and CMCF said they remained committed to working with the media, content industry and the wider public to strengthen responsible content practices and uphold standards that support a credible, respectful and trusted media and content environment in Malaysia.
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