Policies

1. Peer Review Policy
Policy Vanguard follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the highest standards of academic integrity and scholarly excellence. Each submission undergoes an initial editorial assessment before being assigned to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the subject area. The peer review process ensures objectivity, quality, and relevance in published works.

2. Publication Ethics and Integrity
The journal upholds strict ethical guidelines in accordance with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to adhere to ethical research and publication practices, including:

  • Plagiarism detection and prevention

  • Proper attribution and citation of sources

  • Transparency in research funding and conflicts of interest

  • Ethical considerations in data collection and reporting

3. Open Access and Copyright Policy
Policy Vanguard is committed to the open dissemination of knowledge. All published articles are made freely accessible under a Creative Commons Attribution License, allowing for sharing and adaptation with proper attribution. Authors retain copyright of their work while granting the journal the right to publish and distribute their research.

4. Submission and Editorial Process

  • Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.

  • Authors must adhere to the journal’s formatting and referencing guidelines.

  • Submissions are initially screened by the editorial team before being sent for peer review.

  • The editorial board makes the final decision on acceptance, rejection, or revision based on reviewers’ feedback.

5. Types of Contributions
Policy Vanguard welcomes submissions in the following formats:

  • Research Articles: Empirical and theoretical studies on policy-related issues

  • Policy Reviews: Critical assessments of existing policies and their implications

  • Case Studies: In-depth analysis of specific policy implementations and outcomes

  • Theoretical Discussions: Explorations of policy concepts, frameworks, and methodologies

6. Conflict of Interest Policy
All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research findings, peer review, or editorial decision-making process. Full transparency is required to maintain the integrity and credibility of the journal.

7. Retraction and Correction Policy
Policy Vanguard reserves the right to retract or correct published articles in cases of:

  • Proven scientific misconduct or fraud

  • Significant errors affecting research validity

  • Ethical breaches in data collection or reporting A transparent retraction notice or correction will be issued to maintain research accountability.

8. Archiving and Indexing Policy
The journal ensures long-term accessibility and preservation of published content through indexing in reputable academic databases and repositories. Efforts are made to achieve recognition in major indexing services such as Scopus, Web of Science, and DOAJ. All manuscripts are deposited to the PKP PN database for archiving.

9. Editorial Independence
Policy Vanguard maintains full editorial independence, with decisions based solely on academic merit and relevance to the journal’s scope. No external influences, financial or otherwise, dictate editorial decisions.

10. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy
The journal is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic community. Contributions from scholars of all backgrounds are encouraged, and the editorial process ensures fair representation and consideration of diverse perspectives in global policymaking.

For further details on submission guidelines and editorial policies, please visit Policy Vanguard Website.