Retraction Policy

The SIWAYANG Journal strives to maintain the highest standards of integrity and academic rigor in the scholarly publishing process. However, in instances where published articles are found to contain errors, inaccuracies, plagiarism, ethical violations, or other issues that compromise the integrity of the research or the credibility of the journal, a retraction may be issued.

The decision to retract an article is taken very seriously and is made in accordance with the guidelines outlined below:

Identification of Issues: Any concerns regarding the validity, integrity, or ethics of published articles should be brought to the attention of the editorial board promptly. Such concerns may be raised by authors, readers, reviewers, or other stakeholders in the academic community.

Investigation Process: Upon receiving a formal complaint, the editorial board will initiate a thorough investigation. This investigation may involve consultation with relevant experts, examination of supporting data and documentation, and communication with the authors of the article in question.

Evaluation of Findings: Following the investigation, the editorial board will evaluate the findings to determine the severity of the identified issues. The decision to retract an article will be based on whether the issues significantly undermine the validity, credibility, or ethical standards of the research.

Author Notification and Response: If the editorial board determines that retraction is necessary, the corresponding author of the article will be notified promptly. Authors will be given the opportunity to respond to the findings of the investigation and to provide any additional information or clarifications.

Appeals Process: Authors who disagree with the decision to retract their article may request an appeal. Appeals will be considered by the editorial board on a case-by-case basis, taking into account any additional evidence or arguments presented by the authors.

Publication of Retraction Notice: If the final decision to retract an article is confirmed, SIWAYANG Journal will publish a formal retraction notice. This notice will clearly state the reasons for the retraction.