Media Inquiry Policy

Purpose

The purpose of this Media Inquiry Policy is to manage and safeguard the public image of our organization across all its branches: the Church, Brookline Sprouts, Brookline Christian Food Pantry, and South Pittsburgh Opioid Action Coalition.

Scope

This policy applies to all employees and volunteers across the organization.

Designated Spokesperson

• The Senior Pastor is the designated spokesperson for all media inquiries.
• The Senior Pastor may appoint a temporary spokesperson for specific situations if necessary.

Training

• Training for handling media inquiries will be provided by the Senior Pastor, particularly if a temporary spokesperson is appointed.

Procedure for Handling Media Inquiries

• All media inquiries should be directed to the Senior Pastor.
• Contact information for the Senior Pastor: Phone 412-531-0590, Extension 205.

Approval Process

• No information or data should be released to the media without the explicit consent of the Senior Pastor, referred to as "Lance" internally.

Emergency Situations

• During emergencies, all media comments and inquiries should be directed to the Senior Pastor.
• If the Senior Pastor is unavailable, inquiries should be directed to the Secretary of the Governing Board.

Confidentiality and Sensitivity

• Employees and volunteers must refrain from discussing confidential or sensitive information unless explicitly authorized by the Senior Pastor.

Record Keeping

• No specific record keeping of media interactions is required under this policy.