Publication Ethics

Devosia: Community Outreach Journal of Indonesian Movement is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical responsibility in scholarly publishing. The journal adheres to the principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all parties involved in the publication process—including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—to comply with these ethical standards at every stage of manuscript submission, peer review, and publication.

1. Responsibilities of Authors
Authors are required to ensure that all submitted manuscripts are original works, accurately reported, and properly cited in accordance with established academic conventions in community service and community-based research. Any form of plagiarism, self-plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, or redundant publication is strictly prohibited. Authors must present program outcomes and research findings honestly and transparently, provide sufficient methodological and practical evidence to allow verification and assessment of community impact, and disclose any potential conflicts of interest, whether financial, institutional, or personal. Authorship should reflect significant intellectual and practical contributions to the work, and manuscripts must not be under consideration or published elsewhere at the time of submission.

2. Responsibilities of Editors
Editors are responsible for evaluating submitted manuscripts in a fair, objective, and timely manner based solely on their scholarly quality, originality, clarity, ethical soundness, and relevance to the journal’s focus on community outreach and empowerment. Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all submitted materials and ensure that manuscript information is disclosed only to individuals directly involved in the editorial and peer-review process. Editorial decisions must be free from discrimination, personal bias, or conflicts of interest and must consistently uphold ethical principles that support research integrity and responsible academic publishing.

3. Responsibilities of Reviewers
Reviewers are expected to conduct peer reviews objectively, constructively, and within the agreed timeframe to enhance the quality of scholarship in community service and outreach. All manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and must not be used for personal advantage. Reviewers should identify and report any ethical concerns, including suspected plagiarism, redundant publication, unethical community practices, or undisclosed conflicts of interest, to the editors. Reviewers who feel unqualified to assess a manuscript or unable to provide an impartial evaluation should promptly decline the review invitation.

4. Responsibilities of the Publisher
The publisher, in collaboration with the editorial board, is responsible for ensuring that all publication practices comply with ethical standards and COPE guidelines. This includes handling ethical complaints, investigating allegations of academic misconduct, and implementing appropriate corrective actions, such as issuing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern when necessary. The publisher supports the editorial team in promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness throughout the editorial and publication process.