Publication Ethics
The INSIGHT: Journal of Community Engagement and Empowerment is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical behavior in the publication of research. As a member of the academic community, we adhere to the principles of transparency, accountability, and integrity in all aspects of our operations.
We follow the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure that our publication practices align with the highest standards of ethical conduct. This includes, but is not limited to, the handling of manuscripts, the peer review process, and the publication of research findings.
Publication Ethics
- We are committed to the principles of double-blind peer review, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to ensure unbiased evaluation of manuscripts.
- We adhere to a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism, fabrication, and falsification of data, and will take swift action against any instances of academic misconduct.
- We ensure that all conflicts of interest are disclosed by authors, reviewers, and editors, and take steps to mitigate any potential biases that may arise.
- We are committed to the protection of human subjects and the welfare of animals in research, and require authors to provide evidence of compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
Licensing and Copyright
All articles published in INSIGHT: Journal of Community Engagement and Empowerment are licensed under the CC-BY 4.0 license, which allows for the free distribution, remixing, and adaptation of content, provided that the original author and source are credited.
Author Responsibilities
- Authors must ensure that their submissions are original and unpublished works, and that they have obtained all necessary permissions and approvals for the use of copyrighted materials.
- Authors must disclose all sources of funding and declare any potential conflicts of interest that may have influenced their research.
- Authors must comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the conduct of research, including those related to human subjects, animal welfare, and environmental protection.
By submitting a manuscript to INSIGHT: Journal of Community Engagement and Empowerment, authors acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to our ethics policies and guidelines.