IEEE Policies

12.7   Media Contact 

Inquiries from the media to members of the Board of Directors, Major Boards, or major Committees on Institute-level issues involving current legal proceedings or having the potential for legal action, or concerning issues that are potentially detrimental to the IEEE's reputation and positive image, are to be referred to the Corporate Communications. If specifically asked to comment, such members may do so as long as they clearly state this is only their personal opinion and it is not necessarily the official position of the IEEE. Corporate Communications will be responsible for documenting each inquiry referred to it pertaining to legal or sensitive matters and will coordinate the response by the President or, if deemed appropriate by the IEEE Executive Director, by legal counsel.