Authorship Criteria

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to ensuring responsible, transparent, and ethical authorship in all published contributions. Authorship must reflect genuine intellectual and practical contributions to community service activities and the preparation of the submitted manuscript. All individuals listed as authors must have made meaningful contributions to the reported activities and/or the scholarly presentation of their outcomes.

Criteria for Authorship

Individuals listed as authors should meet all of the following criteria:

1. Make a substantial contribution to the conception or design of the community service program, the implementation methodology, the collection or analysis of activity data, the evaluation of outcomes, or the interpretation of the results.
2. Participate in drafting the manuscript or critically revising it for important intellectual content.
3. Approve the final version of the manuscript before submission or publication.
4. Accept accountability for their contributions and cooperate in addressing questions concerning the accuracy, integrity, or ethical conduct of the reported activities and manuscript.

These criteria are intended to ensure that authorship reflects meaningful scholarly involvement in the planning, implementation, evaluation, or reporting of community service activities.

Contributions to Community Service Activities

Community service programs may involve lecturers, researchers, students, practitioners, community representatives, partner organizations, and other stakeholders. Participation in an activity does not automatically qualify an individual for authorship. Individuals must meet the authorship criteria described above to be listed as authors.

Community partners and beneficiaries who contribute valuable assistance, local knowledge, facilities, logistical support, or other contributions without meeting the authorship criteria may be acknowledged in the manuscript, with their consent where appropriate.

Corresponding Author Responsibilities

The corresponding author is responsible for communicating with the editorial team throughout the submission and publication process. The corresponding author must ensure that all listed authors have approved the manuscript, agreed to the author list and order, and consented to its submission to JPM Widina.

The corresponding author is also responsible for providing accurate authorship information, coordinating responses to editorial and reviewer comments, and communicating relevant information to all co-authors.

Order of Authors

The order of authors should be determined by mutual agreement among the authors, taking into account their respective contributions to the community service program and manuscript preparation. All authors must agree to the final order before submission.

Any addition, removal, or change in the order of authors after submission must be supported by a clear explanation and written agreement from all affected authors, including any author being added or removed. Such changes are subject to editorial approval.

Author Contributions

Authors are encouraged to provide a clear and accurate statement describing each author's contribution to the community service program and manuscript. Contributions may include program conceptualization, methodology development, coordination with community partners, implementation, data collection, monitoring and evaluation, analysis, manuscript preparation, critical revision, supervision, and project administration.

All contribution statements must accurately reflect the work performed by each individual. The journal may request clarification when authorship information or contribution statements require further explanation.

Unethical Authorship Practices

JPM Widina does not support unethical authorship practices, including:

• Gift authorship: Listing an individual as an author despite their failure to meet the authorship criteria.
• Ghost authorship: Omitting an individual who has made a substantial contribution and meets the authorship criteria.
• Guest authorship: Including an individual's name primarily to increase the perceived credibility or acceptance prospects of a manuscript without an appropriate contribution.
• Coerced authorship: Requiring an individual to be listed as an author solely because of their position, seniority, institutional authority, or personal relationship.

Concerns regarding inappropriate authorship may be assessed by the editorial team. The journal may request explanations or supporting documentation from the individuals concerned and take appropriate action in accordance with its publication ethics policies.

Authorship Disputes

Disputes concerning authorship eligibility, author order, or changes to the author list should first be addressed by the individuals involved and, where appropriate, their affiliated institutions or relevant organizations. JPM Widina may request clarification and supporting documentation before proceeding with editorial decisions.

Where a dispute cannot be resolved adequately, the journal may suspend the editorial process or publication of the manuscript until an appropriate resolution is reached. The journal does not replace the role of institutions in investigating internal disputes or determining individual contributions to community service activities.

Declaration of Authorship

By submitting a manuscript to JPM Widina, the corresponding author confirms that the authorship information provided is accurate, that all listed authors have approved the manuscript and agreed to its submission, and that no individual has been included or excluded in a manner that violates accepted principles of publication ethics.

Commitment to Authorship Integrity

JPM Widina promotes fair recognition of scholarly contributions, accountability, and transparency in reporting community service activities. All authors are expected to comply with this policy to maintain the credibility of published contributions and uphold ethical standards in community engagement and scholarly communication.

Types of Manuscripts

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) welcomes scholarly manuscripts that align with its focus and scope in community service, community empowerment, social innovation, capacity building, and the application of knowledge to address community needs. Manuscripts should demonstrate a clear contribution to community development, the improvement of community capacities, or the practical application of knowledge and innovation.

The following manuscript categories may be considered for publication, subject to the journal's official scope and editorial requirements.

1. Community Service Implementation Articles

Community Service Implementation Articles report the planning, implementation, and outcomes of community service activities conducted by academics, practitioners, institutions, or collaborative teams. These articles should identify the needs or problems addressed, explain the objectives and implementation methods, describe the activities undertaken, and present the results and lessons learned.

Manuscripts should provide sufficient information about the target community, the implementation process, the involvement of community partners, and the outcomes achieved. Where applicable, authors should include evidence of changes in knowledge, skills, behavior, capacity, or community practices resulting from the activities.

2. Community Empowerment Articles

Community Empowerment Articles describe initiatives designed to strengthen community capacity, independence, participation, and the ability to address local challenges. These manuscripts may focus on education, economic development, entrepreneurship, literacy, health promotion, environmental awareness, digital inclusion, or other relevant areas of community empowerment.

Authors should explain how the program responds to the needs and characteristics of the target community, how community members participate in the activities, and what outcomes or potential benefits emerge from the intervention. Discussion of program sustainability and opportunities for further development is encouraged where relevant.

3. Community-Based Innovation and Technology Application Articles

These articles report the application, adaptation, or introduction of innovations and technologies to address practical problems faced by communities. Topics may include appropriate technology, digital solutions, innovative learning methods, local resource development, production processes, or other applications relevant to community needs.

Manuscripts should explain the problem addressed, the innovation or technology introduced, the implementation process, the involvement of community partners, and the observed results. Authors should also discuss the suitability, usability, limitations, and potential for wider adoption of the innovation, where applicable.

4. Community Capacity Building and Training Articles

Community Capacity Building and Training Articles describe educational, mentoring, training, or skills-development activities intended to improve the knowledge, competencies, or practical abilities of community members or partner organizations.

Authors should identify the training needs, describe the learning objectives and methods, explain the implementation process, and present relevant evaluation results. Where available, evidence from pre- and post-activity assessments, participant feedback, practical demonstrations, or other appropriate evaluation methods may be included to support the reported outcomes.

5. Partnership and Community Development Articles

These articles describe collaborative initiatives involving universities, community organizations, local institutions, public agencies, businesses, or other stakeholders to address community needs and support local development.

Manuscripts should explain the objectives of the partnership, the roles of participating stakeholders, the activities conducted, and the outcomes achieved. Authors are encouraged to discuss community participation, coordination mechanisms, challenges encountered, and opportunities for sustaining the collaboration.

6. Program Evaluation and Impact Assessment Articles

Program Evaluation and Impact Assessment Articles examine the implementation, effectiveness, outcomes, or potential impact of community service programs. These manuscripts should present a clear evaluation purpose, appropriate methods, relevant indicators, and evidence supporting the conclusions.

Authors should distinguish between activities conducted, immediate outputs, observed outcomes, and longer-term impacts. Claims regarding effectiveness or impact should be proportionate to the evaluation design and available evidence. Limitations and recommendations for improving future programs should be discussed where appropriate.

General Requirements

All manuscripts must be relevant to the journal's focus and scope, present a clear and meaningful contribution, and be prepared in accordance with the journal's Author Guidelines and publication ethics policies.

Manuscripts should describe community needs, program objectives, implementation methods, relevant findings, and lessons learned with sufficient clarity to allow readers to understand the activities and assess their significance. Authors should provide appropriate supporting evidence and references and acknowledge the contributions of community partners and other stakeholders where relevant.

Authors must ensure that the submitted manuscript is original, has not been published previously, and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Research involving human participants, personal information, or sensitive community data must comply with applicable ethical requirements, including informed consent and protection of confidentiality where necessary.

All submissions are subject to editorial assessment and may be sent for peer review in accordance with the journal's established procedures. Submission does not guarantee acceptance or publication.

Manuscript Preparation

Authors should follow the journal's official manuscript template, formatting instructions, reference style, and submission procedures. Specific requirements regarding manuscript length, structure, tables, figures, and supporting documents should be followed as stated in the journal's current Author Guidelines.

Journal Ownership and Management

Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is a scholarly journal dedicated to the dissemination of knowledge, experiences, and evidence-based practices in community service, community empowerment, innovation, and social change. The journal aims to support the exchange of knowledge between academics, researchers, community service practitioners, partner institutions, and other stakeholders involved in community development.

1. Journal Ownership

JPM Widina is published by Widina Media Utama. The journal's ownership and publishing arrangements are subject to the applicable organizational and publishing provisions established by the publisher. Information concerning the publisher and the journal is provided through the journal's official website.

Journal ownership does not, by itself, determine the scholarly conclusions or editorial decisions relating to individual submissions. Editorial decisions should be based on the manuscript's relevance to the journal's scope, scholarly quality, methodological appropriateness, ethical standards, and contribution to community service knowledge and practice.

2. Journal Management

The management of JPM Widina involves the administrative and operational activities necessary to support the journal's publication process. These activities may include maintaining the journal's publication platform, communicating with authors and reviewers, managing manuscript submissions, coordinating editorial workflows, and making journal information accessible to readers.

The specific responsibilities of individuals involved in journal management are determined by the journal's applicable organizational arrangements. Management activities should support an orderly, transparent, and responsible publication process while respecting the distinction between administrative responsibilities and editorial judgment.

3. Editorial Responsibilities and Independence

Editorial decisions concerning manuscript evaluation, revision, acceptance, or rejection should be guided by the scholarly merit of the submission, its relevance to community service and empowerment, the quality of its supporting evidence, and compliance with applicable publication ethics requirements.

Manuscripts may address community empowerment initiatives, the application of appropriate technologies, community training and capacity building, partnerships, program implementation, impact assessment, and other subjects within the journal's scope. Editorial assessment should consider the credibility of the reported activities, the appropriateness of the methods used, the accuracy of the reported outcomes, and the potential contribution of the work to community development.

Editorial decisions should not be improperly influenced by commercial interests, personal relationships, institutional affiliations, financial considerations, or other factors unrelated to the scholarly and ethical quality of the submission. Any actual or potential conflict of interest should be handled in accordance with the journal's applicable Conflict of Interest Policy.

4. Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher provides the publishing framework within which the journal operates. Publisher-related responsibilities may include supporting publication administration, maintaining the journal's publishing infrastructure, and facilitating the dissemination of published content, subject to the applicable arrangements between the publisher and the journal.

The publisher and journal management should support the integrity and continuity of the publication process. Any administrative or organizational changes should be handled in a manner that takes into account the journal's scholarly responsibilities, the interests of authors and readers, and the reliability of the published scholarly record.

5. Transparency and Accountability

JPM Widina aims to provide clear and accurate information about its ownership, publisher, editorial arrangements, publication policies, and contact channels through its official journal website. Information published about the journal's organizational structure and management should reflect the actual arrangements in place.

The journal's publication policies should be applied consistently and communicated clearly to authors, reviewers, readers, and other relevant stakeholders. Questions concerning journal ownership, management, or editorial responsibilities may be directed through the journal's official communication channels.

6. Ethical and Responsible Management

Journal ownership and management should support responsible scholarly publishing and respect the rights and legitimate interests of authors, reviewers, readers, community partners, and the communities represented in published articles.

Particular attention should be given to the responsible reporting of community service activities, the appropriate treatment of participant information, the protection of confidential or sensitive community data, and the accurate representation of program outcomes. These considerations are important to maintaining trust in publications that describe interventions or activities involving real communities and partner institutions.

7. Commitment to Scholarly Integrity

JPM Widina is committed to maintaining a publishing environment that values transparency, accountability, fairness, and scholarly integrity. The journal's ownership and management arrangements should support its mission to disseminate responsible and useful knowledge concerning community service, empowerment, innovation, and change.

This policy should be read together with the journal's other applicable publication policies, including those concerning authorship, conflicts of interest, publication ethics, plagiarism, post-publication discussion, corrections, and retractions.

Copyright Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) respects the intellectual property rights of authors and third parties and is committed to maintaining responsible and ethical scholarly publishing practices. This policy establishes general principles concerning copyright ownership, the use of third-party materials, and the responsible dissemination of published articles.

Copyright Ownership

Copyright ownership of articles published in JPM Widina is governed by the journal's applicable publication agreement and copyright terms. Authors are responsible for reviewing and complying with the copyright conditions applicable to their submitted and published work. The applicable copyright arrangement should be clearly communicated to authors before publication.

Authors' Responsibilities

Authors must ensure that their submitted manuscripts are original and that they have the necessary rights or permissions to use all materials included in their work. This includes text, photographs, illustrations, tables, figures, instruments, and other materials created by third parties, whenever permission is required by applicable law.

Authors must appropriately acknowledge the sources of ideas, data, materials, and previously published works used in preparing their manuscripts. Authors are also responsible for ensuring that their contributions do not infringe upon the copyright, privacy, or other legal rights of individuals, organizations, community partners, or other parties.

Community-Based Materials and Documentation

Because JPM Widina publishes work related to community service, empowerment, innovation, and community development, manuscripts may contain photographs, interviews, testimonials, illustrations, local knowledge, program documentation, and other materials involving community members or partner organizations.

Authors must ensure that the collection and use of such materials comply with applicable copyright, privacy, consent, and research ethics requirements. Permission should be obtained where required, particularly when materials identify individuals, reproduce protected works, or disclose information that is not intended for public distribution.

Use and Reuse of Published Articles

The reproduction, distribution, adaptation, or other reuse of articles published in JPM Widina is subject to the copyright terms and licensing conditions applicable to each article. Users must comply with the relevant terms and provide appropriate attribution to the original author(s) and source when required.

Where an article is published under an open license, the permissions granted to users are determined by that specific license. Where no such license applies, reuse remains subject to the applicable copyright terms and relevant law.

Third-Party Copyright and Permissions

Authors must obtain permission from the relevant rights holders before including copyrighted materials when such permission is required. Any required acknowledgments or attribution statements must be included in the manuscript in accordance with the rights holder's conditions and the journal's submission requirements.

Copyright Infringement Concerns

Concerns regarding possible copyright infringement in a submitted or published article may be reported to the journal through its official contact channels. The editorial team may assess the information provided, request clarification or supporting documentation, and take appropriate action in accordance with the journal's applicable policies and legal obligations.

Commitment to Intellectual Property Rights

JPM Widina is committed to respecting authors' intellectual contributions, protecting the rights of third parties, and supporting the responsible dissemination of community service knowledge. Copyright arrangements and applicable licensing terms should be communicated transparently to authors and readers to promote ethical publishing and appropriate reuse of scholarly content.

License Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to supporting the responsible dissemination of scholarly knowledge in community service, community empowerment, innovation, and community development. This license policy explains the principles governing the use, distribution, and reuse of articles published in the journal.

Licensing of Published Articles

The use and reuse of articles published in JPM Widina are governed by the licensing terms applicable to each article. The applicable license should clearly specify the permissions granted to readers and other users, including the conditions for copying, distributing, adapting, or otherwise reusing the published content.

Information about the applicable license should be provided on the journal website and, where applicable, on individual article pages and within published full-text documents. Authors and readers are responsible for reviewing the relevant licensing terms before distributing or reusing published material.

Permitted Use and Attribution

Any reuse of an article must comply with the applicable license and relevant copyright law. Where attribution is required, users must appropriately acknowledge the original author(s), provide the title and source of the work, identify the original publication in JPM Widina, and include the applicable license information. Users should also indicate whether changes have been made to the original material when required by the license.

Reuse of Community Service Materials

Articles published in JPM Widina may contain photographs, illustrations, tables, educational materials, community documentation, and other content related to community service activities. The license applicable to an article does not automatically grant permission to reuse third-party materials included in that article when those materials are excluded from the license or remain subject to separate rights.

Users must check the relevant credit lines, permissions, and licensing statements before reusing photographs, images, data, or other materials involving community members, partner organizations, or third-party rights holders. Any applicable privacy, consent, and legal requirements must also be respected.

Authors' Rights and Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring that they have the necessary rights and permissions to publish the content included in their manuscripts. Copyright ownership, author rights, and the permissions granted to users are governed by the journal's applicable copyright policy, publication agreements, and licensing terms.

Authors should review the applicable licensing conditions before submitting their manuscripts and ensure that any third-party content included in their work is used in accordance with the relevant permissions and restrictions.

Third-Party Use of Published Content

Individuals, institutions, educators, community organizations, and other users who wish to reproduce, distribute, adapt, or otherwise reuse published articles must comply with the license stated for the relevant work. Where the intended use is not permitted by the applicable license or copyright law, users must obtain permission from the relevant rights holder before proceeding.

License Information and Transparency

JPM Widina aims to provide clear information about the licensing terms applicable to its published content. The journal's official license statement should identify the specific license adopted by the journal, where applicable, and explain the permissions and obligations associated with its use.

Commitment to Responsible Knowledge Sharing

JPM Widina encourages the responsible dissemination of knowledge arising from community service activities, empowerment initiatives, and social innovation. The journal's licensing arrangements are intended to support appropriate knowledge sharing while respecting copyright ownership, third-party rights, and the legal and ethical responsibilities associated with published scholarly content.

Plagiarism Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to maintaining academic integrity, originality, and ethical standards in scholarly publishing. All manuscripts submitted to the journal must present their content honestly, acknowledge the contributions of others, and comply with accepted principles of publication ethics.

Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the use of another person's words, ideas, data, findings, images, or other intellectual contributions without appropriate acknowledgment of the original source. Plagiarism may include copying text without proper quotation and citation, inadequate paraphrasing, presenting another person's ideas or work as one's own, and reproducing figures, tables, photographs, or other materials without appropriate attribution or permission where required.

Plagiarism in Community Service Publications

Because JPM Widina publishes articles concerning community service, empowerment, innovation, and community development, authors must ensure that descriptions of program implementation, methodologies, evaluation results, community profiles, and reported outcomes accurately reflect their own activities and contributions.

Authors must not copy or misrepresent reports, program documentation, training materials, community assessments, photographs, evaluation instruments, or findings produced by other individuals, institutions, or community organizations without appropriate acknowledgment and permission where required.

When community service activities build upon previous programs, publications, or institutional reports, authors should clearly identify the relevant sources and explain the relationship between the previous work and the activities reported in the submitted manuscript.

Self-Plagiarism and Redundant Publication

Authors must disclose relevant overlap between a submitted manuscript and their previously published articles, reports, conference papers, or other publicly available works. Reusing substantial portions of previously published text, data, images, or program descriptions without appropriate acknowledgment or disclosure may constitute a publication ethics concern.

Submitting substantially similar manuscripts to multiple journals simultaneously is not permitted. Any reuse of previously published material must be transparent, appropriately referenced, and consistent with applicable copyright and publication requirements.

Plagiarism Screening and Editorial Assessment

Submitted manuscripts may be assessed for textual similarity and potential plagiarism as part of the editorial process. Appropriate similarity-checking tools or other assessment methods may be used where available.

Similarity reports should be evaluated in context. A similarity percentage alone does not establish whether plagiarism has occurred. The assessment should consider the nature, extent, location, and source of overlapping material, including properly cited quotations, references, standard terminology, methodological descriptions, and other legitimate similarities.

Similarity Threshold

JPM Widina may establish an editorial similarity threshold to support the initial assessment of submitted manuscripts. Any numerical threshold adopted by the journal should be clearly communicated to authors and applied consistently. The assessment of potential plagiarism must not rely exclusively on a numerical score but should also consider the substance of the overlap and the adequacy of source attribution.

Authors' Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all borrowed ideas, quotations, data, figures, tables, photographs, and other materials are properly acknowledged. Direct quotations must be clearly identified, paraphrased content must be appropriately cited, and permissions must be obtained for third-party materials whenever required.

Authors must also ensure that the information presented about community partners, program participants, implementation processes, and activity outcomes is accurate and not copied or misrepresented from other sources. Any reused material originating from previous reports or publications should be disclosed and cited appropriately.

Actions in Cases of Suspected Plagiarism

If potential plagiarism is identified before publication, the editorial team may request clarification, seek supporting documentation, require revisions, or reject the manuscript depending on the nature and severity of the concern.

If plagiarism is identified after publication, JPM Widina may review the available evidence and take appropriate action in accordance with its publication ethics and corrections and retractions policies. Such action may include issuing a correction, publishing an expression of concern, or retracting the article when justified.

Where necessary, the journal may seek clarification from the authors or contact the relevant institution or organization in accordance with applicable procedures. Decisions should be based on the available evidence and handled fairly and consistently.

Commitment to Publication Ethics

JPM Widina expects authors, editors, reviewers, and other participants in the publication process to uphold academic honesty and responsible research practices. This policy aims to protect the originality and credibility of published community service contributions and to ensure that knowledge, program outcomes, and innovations are reported with appropriate acknowledgment of their sources.

Allegations of Research Misconduct

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to maintaining academic integrity, research transparency, and ethical standards in the publication of community service activities and related scholarly contributions. The journal takes allegations of research misconduct seriously and aims to assess such concerns fairly, objectively, and in accordance with established principles of publication ethics.

Definition of Research Misconduct

Research misconduct refers to actions or practices that undermine the accuracy, reliability, originality, or ethical integrity of scholarly work. Such misconduct may include, but is not limited to, fabrication or falsification of data, plagiarism, inappropriate authorship practices, manipulation or misrepresentation of research findings, duplicate publication, undisclosed conflicts of interest, and other serious violations of accepted research and publication ethics.

In the context of community service publications, concerns may also involve the misrepresentation of activities conducted, inaccurate reporting of program outcomes, fabrication of participant data, unauthorized use of community documentation, misleading claims about community impact, failure to disclose relevant limitations, or violations of applicable consent, privacy, and research ethics requirements.

Reporting Allegations

Authors, reviewers, editors, readers, community partners, and other concerned parties may report suspected research misconduct through the journal's official contact channels. Reports should identify the manuscript or published article concerned, describe the nature of the alleged misconduct, and provide supporting evidence or documentation where available.

Allegations should be raised in good faith and supported by relevant information whenever possible. The absence of complete evidence at the time of reporting does not automatically invalidate a concern, provided that the allegation can be assessed further.

Initial Assessment

Upon receiving an allegation, the editorial team may conduct an initial assessment to determine whether the concern falls within the journal's responsibilities and whether sufficient information is available for further consideration.

The assessment may include reviewing the submitted manuscript or published article, examining relevant documents, checking the consistency of reported information, and requesting clarification from the parties concerned. The journal should distinguish between honest errors, methodological limitations, disagreements in interpretation, and potential research misconduct.

Further Examination and Institutional Consultation

Where further examination is warranted, the journal may request additional information or supporting documentation from the authors. Depending on the nature of the concern, relevant evidence may include activity reports, research instruments, evaluation records, data summaries, documentation of community engagement, or other materials appropriate to the case.

When the matter requires access to institutional records, underlying data, or formal investigative authority beyond the journal's capacity, JPM Widina may contact the relevant institution, research organization, or other appropriate authority, where justified and appropriate.

The journal's assessment is intended to determine the appropriate editorial response and does not replace a formal investigation by an institution or competent authority.

Fairness and Confidentiality

Allegations will be assessed objectively, without presuming that misconduct has occurred. Authors and other relevant parties should be given a reasonable opportunity to respond to the concerns raised, where appropriate.

Information relating to an allegation will be handled confidentially to the extent reasonably possible, taking into account the need to assess the matter, communicate with relevant parties, protect individuals from unnecessary disclosure, and maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Editorial Actions and Outcomes

Depending on the nature and seriousness of the concern and the available evidence, the journal may take appropriate editorial action. Such actions may include requesting clarification, requiring revisions, rejecting a manuscript, suspending the editorial process while concerns are assessed, publishing a correction, issuing an expression of concern, or retracting a published article when justified.

Where appropriate, the journal may communicate relevant findings or concerns to the authors' institutions, community partner organizations, publisher, or other responsible parties, subject to applicable confidentiality and legal considerations.

Any action involving a published article should be consistent with the journal's applicable publication ethics, corrections, and retractions policies.

Post-Publication Allegations

Concerns about research misconduct may be raised before or after publication. JPM Widina may assess credible post-publication allegations when they raise questions about the accuracy, reliability, ethical compliance, or integrity of a published contribution.

When necessary, the journal may take appropriate steps to clarify the published record and inform readers of significant concerns or corrections. The action taken should be proportionate to the available evidence and the seriousness of the issue.

False or Malicious Allegations

The journal expects allegations to be made responsibly and in good faith. Knowingly submitting false or malicious allegations may raise ethical concerns and may be addressed appropriately. However, an allegation should not be considered malicious solely because it cannot be substantiated.

Commitment to Research Integrity

JPM Widina is committed to protecting the credibility of community service publications and promoting responsible reporting of activities, methods, data, and outcomes. Through the appropriate assessment of alleged misconduct, the journal aims to maintain transparency, accountability, and trust in scholarly contributions related to community empowerment, innovation, and social development.

Conflict of Interest Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to maintaining transparency, objectivity, and integrity throughout the submission, review, and publication process. Authors, editors, reviewers, and other individuals involved in the publication process are expected to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest that could influence, or reasonably be perceived to influence, their judgment or professional responsibilities.

Definition of Conflict of Interest

A conflict of interest occurs when financial, professional, institutional, personal, or other relationships may compromise, or appear to compromise, an individual's impartiality in conducting, reporting, evaluating, or publishing scholarly work.

In the context of community service publications, conflicts of interest may arise from relationships with funding organizations, community partners, local institutions, government agencies, businesses, program beneficiaries, service providers, or other stakeholders involved in the reported activities. Such relationships do not automatically constitute misconduct, but relevant interests should be disclosed so that their potential influence can be assessed appropriately.

Authors' Responsibilities

Authors must disclose relevant conflicts of interest when submitting a manuscript. Disclosures should include financial relationships, research or program funding, employment, consultancy, institutional affiliations, personal relationships, or other interests that could influence the design, implementation, evaluation, interpretation, or reporting of the community service activities.

Authors should also disclose relevant relationships with community partners or sponsoring organizations when those relationships may affect the independence of the reported findings, the selection of participants, the interpretation of program outcomes, or the presentation of the results.

If no relevant conflict of interest exists, authors should provide an explicit statement declaring that there are no conflicts of interest to disclose, in accordance with the journal's submission requirements.

Funding and Sponsor Disclosure

Authors should acknowledge the financial and non-financial support received for the reported community service activities and manuscript preparation. Where relevant, authors should explain the role of funding organizations, institutional sponsors, or community partners in program planning, implementation, data collection, evaluation, interpretation of results, and the decision to submit the manuscript for publication.

Any sponsor involvement that could reasonably affect the independence or interpretation of the reported activities should be disclosed clearly.

Editors' Responsibilities

Editors should disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest relating to a manuscript they are handling. An editor with a relevant conflict should not participate in editorial evaluation or decision-making when the conflict could compromise impartiality. Where appropriate, editorial responsibility may be reassigned to another qualified editor who can assess the manuscript independently.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

Reviewers should disclose any circumstances that may affect their ability to evaluate a manuscript objectively. These circumstances may include personal relationships with the authors, institutional affiliations, direct academic or professional competition, financial interests, involvement in the reported community service program, or relationships with the organizations or communities discussed in the manuscript.

If a conflict cannot be appropriately managed, the reviewer should decline the review invitation or inform the editor so that suitable action can be considered.

Identification and Management of Conflicts of Interest

Disclosed conflicts of interest should be assessed in context. Depending on the nature and significance of the conflict, appropriate measures may include requesting additional disclosure, clarifying the role of a sponsor or partner, reassigning editorial responsibilities, selecting an alternative reviewer, or including a conflict-of-interest statement in the published article.

The existence of a conflict of interest does not necessarily mean that a manuscript is unsuitable for publication. The primary objective is to ensure that relevant interests are disclosed and managed appropriately so that editorial decisions and the presentation of scholarly findings remain fair and transparent.

Failure to Disclose

Failure to disclose a relevant conflict of interest may lead to further editorial assessment. Depending on the circumstances and the significance of the undisclosed interest, the journal may request clarification, require a correction to the disclosure statement, reconsider an editorial decision, or take other appropriate action under its publication ethics policies.

If an undisclosed conflict is identified after publication and materially affects the transparency or interpretation of an article, the journal may consider publishing a correction or taking other appropriate action in accordance with its applicable policies.

Commitment to Transparency and Integrity

JPM Widina recognizes that transparency regarding competing interests is essential to maintaining trust in community service publications. All authors, editors, and reviewers are expected to disclose relevant interests honestly and cooperate in addressing potential conflicts to protect the credibility, fairness, and integrity of the scholarly publication process.

Post-Publication Discussion Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) recognizes that scholarly communication may continue after an article has been published. Post-publication discussion provides an opportunity for authors, readers, community service practitioners, researchers, and other relevant stakeholders to raise questions, clarify findings, and contribute to the improvement of published knowledge and practice.

JPM Widina encourages post-publication communication that is constructive, evidence-based, respectful, and relevant to the scope of the journal. Such communication should support transparency, accountability, and the responsible development of community service practices.

Scope of Post-Publication Discussion

Post-publication discussion may address matters such as the appropriateness of the methods used in community service activities, the interpretation of program outcomes, the validity and completeness of reported data, the evaluation of community empowerment initiatives, the sustainability of program benefits, the involvement of community partners, and the relevance of the findings to other communities or implementation contexts.

Discussion may also raise questions concerning research or publication ethics, including authorship, conflicts of interest, participant consent, confidentiality, the use of photographs or other documentation, and the accuracy of claims regarding community impact. Concerns should be supported by relevant information or evidence whenever possible.

Submission of Comments and Concerns

Readers and other interested parties who wish to comment on a published article or raise a concern may contact the journal through its official communication channels. Communications should identify the article concerned, explain the issue clearly, and provide supporting evidence or references where available.

Comments should focus on the scholarly content, methods, evidence, interpretation, or ethical aspects of the published work. Personal attacks, discriminatory language, unsupported accusations, and communications intended primarily to harass or discredit individuals are not considered constructive scholarly discussion.

Editorial Assessment

The journal may assess submitted comments or concerns to determine whether they are relevant to a published article, supported by sufficient information, and appropriate for further consideration. Where clarification is necessary, the journal may contact the corresponding author or other relevant parties and request a response or additional information.

In evaluating a concern, the journal should distinguish between legitimate scholarly disagreement, differences in interpretation, limitations of a community service program, honest errors, and issues that may indicate a breach of publication ethics. Disagreement with an article's conclusions does not, by itself, establish misconduct.

Authors' Right to Respond

Authors may be invited to respond to substantive comments or concerns about their published work. Responses should address the issues raised in a professional and evidence-based manner. Where appropriate, the discussion may clarify the implementation of the community service program, the data collection process, the interpretation of outcomes, or the limitations of the reported activities.

The opportunity to respond does not prevent the journal from examining concerns independently when issues relating to research integrity or publication ethics arise.

Publication and Communication of Discussions

Depending on the nature of the discussion and the journal's editorial arrangements, the journal may consider publishing a comment, an author response, a clarification, or another appropriate editorial communication. Any material considered for publication may be subject to editorial assessment to ensure relevance, accuracy, fairness, and compliance with applicable publication ethics standards.

The submission of a comment or concern does not guarantee its publication. Editorial decisions should be based on the scholarly value, evidentiary support, relevance, and appropriateness of the proposed communication.

Post-Publication Errors and Ethical Concerns

If a post-publication discussion identifies a possible error or concern that may materially affect the accuracy, interpretation, or integrity of a published article, the journal may assess the matter in accordance with its applicable editorial and publication ethics policies.

Depending on the findings of the assessment, appropriate action may include requesting clarification, publishing a correction, issuing an expression of concern, or considering retraction when warranted. Any action should be proportionate to the nature and significance of the issue and consistent with the journal's applicable Corrections and Retractions Policy.

Confidentiality, Privacy, and Community Protection

Post-publication discussions concerning community service activities must respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of community members, program participants, and partner organizations. Comments and supporting materials should not unnecessarily disclose personal information, confidential records, sensitive community data, or identifiable photographs without an appropriate basis for disclosure.

Particular care should be taken when discussions involve vulnerable individuals or communities, sensitive social circumstances, or information that could expose participants to harm, stigma, or unwanted identification. The journal may consider appropriate measures to protect confidentiality while assessing the substance of a concern.

Professional Conduct and Fairness

All parties involved in post-publication discussion are expected to communicate respectfully, provide accurate information, and avoid misrepresenting the work or statements of others. Allegations should be raised in good faith and assessed fairly. The journal aims to protect legitimate scholarly criticism while ensuring that concerns are handled responsibly and without unnecessary harm to authors, reviewers, community partners, or participants.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

JPM Widina views post-publication discussion as a potential contribution to the quality and accountability of community service scholarship. Constructive dialogue can help identify methodological limitations, improve the reporting of program outcomes, strengthen the interpretation of community needs, and encourage the responsible application of knowledge and innovation in community settings.

Corrections and Retractions Policy

The Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat: Pemberdayaan, Inovasi dan Perubahan (JPM Widina) is committed to maintaining the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of its published content. The journal recognizes that errors may occasionally be identified after publication and that some circumstances may require a formal correction, an expression of concern, or a retraction. Such actions are intended to preserve the reliability of the scholarly record and support responsible community service practices.

This policy applies to published articles and other scholarly content in which an error, omission, ethical concern, or issue affecting the reliability of the publication is identified.

1. Corrections

A correction may be considered when an error is identified in a published article and the error can be addressed without invalidating the main findings, conclusions, or overall scholarly contribution of the work. Examples may include errors in author information, affiliations, acknowledgments, funding statements, terminology, tables, figures, or other content that requires clarification or amendment.

In the context of community service publications, corrections may also be necessary when an article contains an inaccurate description of program implementation, an incorrect statement about the participating community or partner institution, a reporting error in program evaluation data, or a factual inaccuracy concerning the outcomes of an intervention. The significance of the error and its effect on the interpretation of the article will be considered when determining the appropriate action.

Minor typographical or formatting errors that do not affect the meaning or interpretation of an article may not require a formal correction notice. Errors that could mislead readers, affect the interpretation of results, or materially alter the understanding of a community service program should be assessed carefully.

Where a formal correction is warranted, the correction notice should clearly identify the affected article, describe the error, and explain the correction. The corrected information should be presented transparently so that readers can understand the nature of the change. The original publication should remain identifiable, and the relationship between the article and its correction should be made clear wherever technically feasible.

2. Retractions

A retraction may be considered when the reliability or integrity of a published article is seriously compromised. Retraction is intended to alert readers that the article should no longer be relied upon as part of the scholarly record in its original form.

Grounds for considering retraction may include, but are not limited to:

• Substantial errors in data, analysis, or interpretation that invalidate the principal findings or conclusions.
• Fabrication or falsification of data, program outcomes, participant information, or other material presented in the article.
• Plagiarism or substantial unattributed use of another person's work.
• Duplicate or redundant publication that materially compromises the originality of the published record.
• Serious authorship or publication ethics violations that affect the legitimacy or integrity of the article.
• Substantial ethical concerns involving consent, participant protection, confidentiality, or the unauthorized use of sensitive community information, where the circumstances warrant retraction.
• Evidence that the reported community service activities, implementation process, or claimed outcomes were materially misrepresented.
• Other serious circumstances in which the published article is determined to be unreliable or its continued presentation without a formal warning would mislead readers.

Retraction should be considered on the basis of the seriousness of the issue and the available evidence. A disagreement over interpretation, a limitation of a community service program, or an honest error that can be adequately corrected does not automatically justify retraction.

3. Expressions of Concern

When a credible concern has been raised but the available evidence is insufficient to reach a conclusion, or when an assessment cannot be completed promptly, the journal may consider issuing an expression of concern. This notice may be appropriate when readers need to be informed of a potentially significant issue while further clarification or assessment is pending.

An expression of concern does not constitute a final determination of misconduct. If additional information becomes available, the journal may review the matter and determine whether further action, including correction, retraction, or no further action, is appropriate.

4. Reporting Errors or Concerns

Authors, readers, reviewers, community partners, institutions, and other interested parties may notify the journal of a suspected error or concern relating to a published article through the journal's official communication channels. Reports should identify the article and describe the issue as clearly as possible. Supporting evidence or relevant documentation should be provided where available.

Authors who discover a significant error in their published work are expected to notify the journal and cooperate in assessing the issue. A request for correction or retraction should explain the nature of the problem and provide relevant supporting information.

The journal may request additional information from the authors or other relevant parties when necessary. Where a concern involves potential research or publication misconduct, the matter may also be considered in accordance with the journal's Allegations of Research Misconduct Policy.

5. Editorial Assessment and Decision-Making

Reports of errors or concerns will be assessed according to their nature, seriousness, relevance, and supporting evidence. The journal may seek clarification from the authors, examine relevant materials, or consult appropriate experts or institutions when necessary and feasible.

The assessment should distinguish between honest mistakes, differences in scholarly interpretation, methodological limitations, and circumstances that may compromise the reliability or ethical integrity of a publication. Decisions should be proportionate to the issue and based on the available evidence.

Authors should be given a reasonable opportunity to respond to concerns relating to their work, where appropriate. However, the journal may take steps to protect the integrity of the scholarly record when a significant concern requires action, even if a response has not been received.

6. Publication of Correction and Retraction Notices

When a correction, expression of concern, or retraction is issued, the accompanying notice should explain the reason for the action in clear and factual language. Where appropriate, the notice should identify the affected article and distinguish between errors, unresolved concerns, and confirmed issues affecting the reliability or integrity of the publication.

Retraction notices should explain the basis for the retraction to the extent that the available evidence and applicable confidentiality obligations permit. The journal should avoid language that is unnecessarily accusatory or that presents unverified allegations as established facts.

Where technically feasible, notices should be linked to the relevant article, and the article's publication status should be clearly indicated. Retraction should not be used to conceal the history of a published article; the scholarly record should remain transparent about the action taken.

7. Authorship, Consent, and Community Protection

Because community service articles may involve identifiable individuals, local communities, partner organizations, photographs, interviews, or other sensitive documentation, the journal will consider privacy, consent, confidentiality, and potential harm when assessing a correction or retraction request.

Where a publication contains information that may expose participants or communities to inappropriate identification or harm, the journal may consider an appropriate response in light of the circumstances, the seriousness of the concern, and applicable ethical and legal requirements. Protecting community members does not remove the need to address material errors or integrity concerns transparently.

8. Corrections and Retractions After Publication

Concerns may arise at any time after publication. The journal may therefore assess reported issues even when an article has been available for an extended period. The passage of time alone does not determine whether a correction, expression of concern, or retraction is warranted.

Any action taken should reflect the significance of the issue, the evidence available, and the need to maintain an accurate and trustworthy scholarly record. The journal may consider additional action if new evidence emerges after an earlier decision.

9. Commitment to Publication Integrity

JPM Widina aims to handle corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions fairly, transparently, and responsibly. These measures are intended to protect readers, authors, community partners, and the communities represented in published work, while supporting the credibility and responsible development of community service scholarship.