Publication Ethics

All actions at the Journal of Social Policy and Practice (JSPP) are founded on strong publication ethics. The research and publication process—including manuscript submission, peer review, editorial decision-making, final publication, and archiving—is conducted in accordance with high ethical standards. These principles ensure honesty, transparency, and trustworthiness in academic communication.

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting to JSPP are expected to:

• Ensure originality: Submissions must be original, properly cited, and not previously published elsewhere.
• Avoid plagiarism: All sources must be appropriately acknowledged, and the work of others clearly identified.
• Disclose conflicts of interest: Any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that may influence the work must be declared.
• Report data truthfully: Research findings, analyses, and conclusions must be presented accurately without fabrication or manipulation.
• Respect human subjects: Ethical standards and informed consent must be followed in research involving human participants.

Reviewer Ethical Expectations

Reviewers play a vital role in maintaining quality and fairness. They are expected to:

• Maintain confidentiality: Manuscripts must not be disclosed or used for personal advantage.
• Provide objective evaluation: Reviews should be unbiased and based solely on academic merit.
• Declare conflicts of interest: Any potential conflicts must be reported to the editors.
• Offer constructive feedback: Comments should be professional, respectful, and aimed at improving the manuscript.

Editorial Integrity

Editors of the Journal of Social Policy and Practice are responsible for upholding publication standards and ensuring ethical decision-making by:

• Ensuring impartiality: Decisions are based solely on quality, relevance, and scholarly contribution.
• Maintaining confidentiality: Manuscript details and reviewer identities are securely protected.
• Addressing misconduct: Issues such as plagiarism, data falsification, or duplicate submission are investigated and handled appropriately.

Handling Misconduct

JSPP follows established procedures to address ethical concerns. Actions may include:

• Requesting corrections or clarifications
• Retraction or removal of published articles
• Notification of relevant institutions or funding bodies
• Restriction of future submissions by involved parties