RETRACTION POLICY
JANITA: Journal of Community Service is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. In cases where serious ethical or scientific issues are identified, the journal will take appropriate actions, including retraction, correction, or expression of concern.
This policy is based on the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Grounds for Retraction
Articles may be retracted for the following reasons:
- Evidence of plagiarism or duplicate publication
- Fabrication or falsification of data
- Serious errors that invalidate the findings or conclusions
- Unethical research practices
- Undisclosed conflicts of interest
Retraction Process
The retraction process will follow these steps:
- Identification of potential issues by editors, reviewers, or readers
- Investigation conducted by the editorial board
- Communication with the authors for clarification
- Final decision made by the Editor-in-Chief
Retraction Notice
If an article is retracted:
- A retraction notice will be published and linked to the original article
- The original article will remain accessible but clearly marked as “Retracted”
- The reason for retraction will be transparently stated
Corrections and Expressions of Concern
If issues are minor or under investigation, the journal may issue:
- Corrections (erratum)
- Expressions of concern
JANITA ensures that all actions related to retraction are conducted transparently, fairly, and in accordance with ethical publishing standards.
By implementing this policy, the journal upholds academic integrity and protects the credibility of the scientific record.
