Media Guidelines

All UN Media ID Card holders acknowledge that the United Nations reserves the right to deny or withdraw accreditation of journalists from media organizations whose activities run counter to the principles of the Charter of the United Nations or who abuse the privileges so extended or put the accreditation to improper use or act in a way not consistent with the principles of the Organization or established journalism ethics and standards. The UN grounds pass is non-transferable and misuse will result in its confiscation. All UN media ID card holders are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct to Prevent Harassment, Including Sexual Harassment, at the UN System Events. Photographing and filming, including smartphone video recording or live broadcasting, is only permitted in the designated meeting areas.