A Veteran's Day Media Relations Guide
Designed for Facilities Catering to Veterans
by John Rozean
Part I: Laws and Regulations
In this part, laws and regulations will be discussed, specifically exploring how new technologies have effected these laws. The section will conclude with a list of "Best Legal Practices" that address Veteran's Day media interactions with facilities that cater to troubled veterans.
Part II: Ethical Guidelines
In this section, professional codes of ethics relating to journalism, public relations, and military service will be explored. Common themes will be identified and applied to the a list of ethical guidelines that facility staff members should follow during Veteran's Day media interest and visits. The final section expands on that same concept by listing best practices that can be applied during such holiday media inquiries and visits.