Take the TAO Pledge and receive these
benefits:

• Inclusion in the TAO Directory.
• A "TAO of Journalism" T-Shirt (100% cotton).
• Special access to legal assistance (see right).
• Public recognition of your commitment to transparency, accountability and openness.

The TAO pledge is an easy way to make it clear to others that you strive for excellence and that you follow some guiding principles in your work.
David Ardia, Director, OMLN, Harvard Law School

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Qualify for Free Legal Assistance?

The Online Media Legal Network (OMLN) is a legal referral service that connects qualifying online journalism ventures and digital media creators with lawyers willing to provide legal services on a pro bono (free) or reduced-fee basis. OMLN supports promising ventures and innovative thinkers in online and digital media who work in the public interest, by providing access to legal help that would otherwise be unavailable.

Lawyers participating in the network can assist qualifying clients with a broad range of legal issues, including:

• Business formation and governance
• Copyright licensing and fair use
• Access to government information
• Pre-publication review of content
• Representation in litigation

By taking the TAO pledge, you are indicating that you follow certain key principles in doing your work. This is an excellent indication that your work is in the public interest and greatly increases the chances that you will qualify for help through the network. For more information on how the OMLN evaluates prospective clients or to request assistance, visit the OMLN website or contact:

David Ardia, Director
Online Media Legal Network (OMLN)
Citizen Media Law Project
Berkman Center for Internet & Society
Harvard Law School
Cambridge, Massachusetts

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