Article 30 | Guidelines for Public Statements and Media Engagement

(1)   Alliance members shall ensure that all public statements and media interactions related to the Alliance and its activities are accurate, consistent, and aligned with the Alliance’s official positions and messaging.

(2)   Members shall designate official spokespersons or representatives who are authorized to speak on behalf of the Alliance and its members to the media and external stakeholders.

(3)   Members shall coordinate with the Alliance’s Governing Body and communications team before making any public statements or engaging with the media on matters related to the Alliance.

(4)   Members shall provide timely and relevant information to the Alliance’s communications team to support the development of media materials, such as press releases, statements, and talking points.

(5)   Members shall handle media inquiries and interview requests promptly and professionally, directing them to the appropriate Alliance spokespersons or representatives.

(6)   Members shall maintain a positive and constructive tone in their public statements and media interactions, focusing on the Alliance’s achievements, impact, and future goals.

(7)   Members shall respect the diversity of opinions and perspectives within the Alliance and shall refrain from making public statements that may undermine the Alliance’s unity or reputation.

(8)   In the event of a crisis or controversial situation involving the Alliance, members shall follow the Alliance’s crisis communication protocol and guidelines and shall defer to the designated spokespersons for official statements and responses.

(9)   Members shall monitor media coverage and public discourse related to the Alliance and its activities and shall share relevant insights and feedback with the ISAIL.IN Secretariat to inform future media engagement strategies.

(10)                Incubators partnering with the Alliance must strive to:

(a)   Ensure that any public statements or media interactions related to their partnership with ISAIL.IN are accurate, consistent, and aligned with the Alliance’s messaging and guidelines.

(b)   Coordinate with the Alliance’s communications team before making any public announcements or engaging with the media on matters related to the partnership or the Alliance’s activities.

(c)   Encourage their affiliated startups to adhere to the Alliance’s guidelines for public statements and media engagement when discussing their involvement with the Alliance or its initiatives.

(d)   Monitor media coverage and public discourse related to the Alliance and its partnership with the incubator and share relevant insights and feedback with the Alliance’s communications team to inform future media engagement strategies.