Publication Ethic

Journal WIBAMAS (Wira Bakti Masyarakat) is a scholarly journal that upholds a peer-review process as part of its commitment to academic quality and integrity. This publication ethics statement outlines the ethical standards expected of all parties involved in the publishing process, including authors, the editor-in-chief, editorial board members, peer reviewers, and the publisher.

This policy is guided by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors, as well as the current COPE Core Practices recognized globally. Journal WIBAMAS is committed to promoting honesty, objectivity, and scientific responsibility throughout the entire publication process—from manuscript submission to final publication—to ensure that each article contributes meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge and society.

Ethical Guidelines for Journal Publication

The publication of articles in a peer-reviewed journal such as Journal WIBAMAS (Wira Bakti Masyarakat) serves as a foundation for the development of credible and structured knowledge. Upholding these ethical standards is essential to maintain the trust and integrity of academic publishing.

Publisher and Editor

As the official publisher of Journal WIBAMAS, Pustaka Akademia oversees every stage of publication with integrity and professionalism. All commercial activities such as advertising or sponsorships have no influence on editorial decisions.

  • Publication Decisions: Editors are responsible for deciding which manuscripts are suitable for publication, based on quality, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.
  • Fair Evaluation: Manuscripts are evaluated solely on their academic content without discrimination.
  • Confidentiality: Editors and staff must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Editors must not use unpublished materials for personal research and must avoid conflicts of interest.

Reviewers

  • Contribution to Editorial Decisions: Reviewers assist editors by providing constructive evaluations and feedback.
  • Timeliness: Reviewers should respond promptly and notify the editor if unable to complete a review on time.
  • Confidentiality: All manuscripts must be treated as confidential documents and not shared without permission.
  • Objectivity and Professionalism: Reviews must be conducted fairly and focus on the content of the manuscript.
  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Reviewers should identify missing references or duplicated works and inform the editor if overlap is found.
  • Conflicts of Interest: Reviewers must decline to review any manuscript where a potential conflict of interest exists.

Authors

  • Reporting Standards: Authors must present their community service activities clearly and truthfully, providing sufficient details for verification or replication.
  • Data Access and Retention: Authors should retain relevant data and be ready to provide it for editorial review if needed.
  • Originality and Plagiarism: Submitted works must be original. Proper citation is required for all references used.
  • Multiple Submissions: Manuscripts must not be submitted to more than one journal simultaneously.
  • Acknowledgment of Sources: All sources influencing the work must be properly cited.
  • Authorship Criteria: Only individuals who contributed significantly should be listed as authors; others may be acknowledged.
  • Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or professional conflicts of interest.
  • Corrections and Retractions: Authors must notify the editor immediately if errors are discovered in their published work.

By following these ethical standards, Journal WIBAMAS aims to maintain integrity, transparency, and excellence in the publication of community service-based research and innovation.