Publication Ethics
This statement describes the ethical standards for all parties involved in the publication process of the Sinergi Journal of Governance and Public Policy (SJGP), including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher. This statement is based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.
Ethical Guidelines for Journal Publication
The publication of an article in the peer-reviewed Sinergi Journal of Governance and Public Policy (SJGP) is an essential part of building a coherent and respected knowledge network in the fields of governance, public policy, public services, and law. It reflects the quality of the authors' work and the institutions that support them. Peer-reviewed articles uphold the scientific method and support the advancement of knowledge. Therefore, it is essential that all parties involved in the publication process adhere to high ethical standards.
CV. Mitra Sinergi Perkasa, as the publisher of this journal, takes its role as the guardian of publishing integrity seriously. We are committed to ensuring that commercial interests such as advertising and reprints do not influence editorial decisions. The Editorial Board also supports communication with other journals and publishers where necessary to maintain the integrity of the academic record.
Editorial Responsibilities
Publication Decisions
The editors of SJGP are responsible for deciding which submitted articles will be published. These decisions are based on the quality and relevance of the work, guided by the journal’s editorial policies and applicable legal requirements concerning libel, copyright infringement, and plagiarism. Editors may consult with peer reviewers and other editorial board members in making these decisions.
Fair Play
Manuscripts will be evaluated solely based on their intellectual content without regard to the author’s race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, ethnicity, nationality, or political views.
Confidentiality
Editors and editorial staff must keep all information regarding submitted manuscripts confidential and must not disclose any information to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, or the publisher.
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Unpublished materials disclosed in a submitted manuscript may not be used in the editor's own research without written permission from the author.
Reviewer Responsibilities
Contribution to Editorial Decisions
Peer review assists editors in making editorial decisions and may help authors improve their manuscripts through constructive feedback.
Promptness
Reviewers who are unable to review a manuscript within the required timeframe or who feel unqualified to evaluate the research should promptly notify the editor and withdraw from the review process.
Confidentiality
Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and must not be shared or discussed with others unless authorized by the editor.
Standards of Objectivity
Reviews should be conducted objectively. Personal criticism of the author is inappropriate. Reviewers should clearly express their opinions with supporting arguments.
Acknowledgment of Sources
Reviewers should identify relevant work that has not been cited by the authors. If they detect substantial similarity or overlap with other published work, they should notify the editor.
Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must not use privileged information for personal gain and should decline to review if a conflict of interest exists with the authors or the content of the manuscript.
Author Responsibilities
Reporting Standards
Authors must present an accurate account of the work performed along with an objective discussion of its significance. The manuscript should contain sufficient detail to allow others to replicate the research.
Data Access and Retention
Authors may be asked to provide raw data for editorial review and should retain such data for a reasonable time after publication.
Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure their work is original. Any use of others’ work must be properly cited or quoted. Plagiarism in any form is unethical and unacceptable.
Multiple or Redundant Publication
Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously. Submitting the same manuscript to multiple journals is unethical publishing behavior.
Acknowledgment of Sources
Authors must give proper acknowledgment to all sources that have influenced the research. All cited work must be appropriately referenced.
Authorship of the Paper
Authorship should be limited to those who made significant contributions to the research. All contributors who meet authorship criteria should be listed, and all co-authors must approve the final version before submission.
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Authors should disclose any financial or other conflicts of interest that could influence their manuscript. All sources of funding must be acknowledged.
Fundamental Errors in Published Work
If authors discover a significant error in their published work, they must notify the editor or publisher promptly and cooperate to correct or retract the article.
