JoWaCH Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism Policy

JoWaCH is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and originality in published research. Plagiarism is defined as the act of appropriating others' ideas, text, or results and presenting them as one's own in a manuscript.

Pre-submission: Authors are strongly advised to check their manuscripts for plagiarism using third-party tools before submitting to JoWaCH. Submitting manuscripts to any repository is strictly prohibited.

Similarity Check: All submitted manuscripts undergo a plagiarism screening process . Manuscripts with a Similarity Index 15% or exceeding 15% will not be considered for publication.

Consequences of Plagiarism:

  • Identification: If plagiarism is detected during review, JoWaCH will follow COPE guidelines. Authors must provide a detailed explanation.
  • Action: Depending on the severity and response, JoWaCH may:
    • Reject the manuscript
    • Request revisions and resubmission
    • Publish a correction or retraction notice
    • Report the matter to relevant authorities

Post-publication Plagiarism:

JoWaCH takes allegations of plagiarism in published articles very seriously. If detected, COPE guidelines will be followed to determine corrective action (e.g., correction or retraction).

Transparency and Commitment:

JoWaCH utilizes plagiarism detection tools and adheres to stringent policies to ensure research originality. We are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards and fostering academic integrity in women's and child health research. This policy may be updated periodically. Please consult the latest version on the JoWaCH website before submitting your manuscript.

Additional Notes:

  • Authors are encouraged to uphold ethical conduct and ensure the originality of their work.
  • For assistance with submissions, contact [email address removed]

Missing Policy Considerations:

  • Self-plagiarism: While not explicitly mentioned, JoWaCH likely discourages excessive reuse of the author's own previously published work.
  • Citation practices: The policy focuses on plagiarism detection but could be strengthened by mentioning the importance of proper citation practices to avoid unintentional plagiarism.

By following these guidelines, authors can ensure their submissions meet JoWaCH's standards for originality and ethical conduct.