The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice recognizes the importance of protecting whistleblowers who report allegations of misconduct in good faith. Whistleblowers will be treated with confidentiality, and their identity will be protected throughout the investigation process.
Upon receiving an allegation of misconduct, The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice will initiate an unbiased and thorough investigation. The investigation may involve consulting relevant experts, examining original data, and seeking clarification from all parties involved.
If misconduct is alleged before the publication of an article in The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice, the Editorial Board may decide to postpone publication pending the outcome of the investigation.
If misconduct is alleged after the publication of an article in The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice, the journal will follow a post-publication investigation process to assess the validity of the allegations and take appropriate actions if misconduct is confirmed.
If misconduct is substantiated, The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice may take various corrective actions, including but not limited to:
Retracting the article.
Issuing a correction or erratum.
In serious cases, imposing sanctions on responsible authors or contributors.
Notifying relevant institutions or authorities.
The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice will communicate the outcome of the investigation to the complainant, the accused individuals, and any affected parties. Additionally, the journal will make the investigation process and its outcome publicly available, ensuring transparency and accountability.
The Journal of Humanity & Social Justice will periodically review and update this policy to align with evolving best practices in handling allegations of misconduct. Any revisions to this policy will be communicated to stakeholders and published on the journal’s website.
