Introduction

Gavin Publishers is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in research and publishing. This Human Rights Policy outlines our commitment to protecting human rights in all research activities associated with our journals. We ensure that all research involving human participants is conducted in a manner that respects their dignity, rights, and welfare.

Principles

1. Respect for Human Dignity: All research must be conducted with respect for the inherent dignity and worth of all human beings.
2. Informed Consent: Participants must be fully informed about the nature, purpose, risks, and benefits of the research and must voluntarily consent to participate.
3. Privacy and Confidentiality: Researchers must protect the privacy and confidentiality of participants' data.
4. Non-Discrimination: Research must be conducted without discrimination on any grounds, including race, gender, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.
5. Safety and Protection: The safety and well-being of research participants must be a primary consideration, and any potential risks must be minimized.

Requirements for Authors

1. Ethical Approval:

   • Institutional Review Board (IRB) Approval: All research involving human participants must receive prior approval from an appropriate ethics committee or institutional review board (IRB). Authors must provide the name of the approving committee and the approval number.
   • Ethical Guidelines: Research must adhere to recognized ethical guidelines, such as the Declaration of Helsinki, the Belmont Report, or other relevant frameworks.

2. Informed Consent:

   • Process: Authors must obtain informed consent from all participants. This includes providing clear and comprehensive information about the research and ensuring participants understand their rights.
   • Documentation: Consent must be documented appropriately, typically through a signed consent form. In cases where written consent is not feasible, oral consent must be documented.

3. Confidentiality:

   • Data Protection: Authors must implement measures to protect the confidentiality of participants' data. Personal data should be anonymized or de-identified.
   • Disclosure: Authors must disclose how data will be stored, used, and shared, and obtain consent for the use of identifiable data.

4. Vulnerable Populations:

   • Special Considerations: Research involving vulnerable populations (e.g., children, individuals with cognitive impairments) requires additional safeguards and ethical considerations. Consent from a legal guardian or representative may be required.

Publication and Reporting

1. Ethical Statements: Manuscripts must include statements confirming that the research adhered to ethical guidelines and obtained necessary approvals.
2. Consent Statements: Manuscripts must include statements confirming that informed consent was obtained from all participants.
3. Data Handling: Authors must describe how data was handled, including measures taken to ensure confidentiality and security.

Non-Compliance

1. Investigation: Non-compliance with the Human Rights Policy may result in an investigation by the editorial team.
2. Sanctions: Depending on the severity of the breach, sanctions may include rejection of the manuscript, retraction of the published article, or other appropriate actions.

Contact Us

For questions about the Human Rights Policy or to report concerns regarding the ethical conduct of research, please contact us at:

Gavin Publishers

Email: contact@gavinpublishers.org

We are committed to promoting ethical research practices and protecting the rights and welfare of all research participants. Thank you for your cooperation in upholding the principles outlined in our Human Rights Policy.