Ethical Complaints

Sriwijaya Journal of International Law (SJIL) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, fairness, transparency, and accountability throughout the editorial and publication process. The journal welcomes well-founded complaints and appeals concerning editorial practices, publication ethics, or any matter that may affect the integrity of scholarly publishing.

All complaints and appeals will be handled fairly, impartially, confidentially, and in accordance with the principles and best practices of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

⚖ Scope of Complaints and Appeals

SJIL accepts complaints and appeals relating to matters including, but not limited to:

  • Publication ethics and research misconduct.

  • Editorial conduct or editorial decisions.

  • Peer-review procedures.

  • Alleged plagiarism or duplicate publication.

  • Authorship or contributorship disputes.

  • Undisclosed conflicts of interest.

  • Copyright or intellectual property concerns.

  • Data integrity or research transparency.

  • Any other issue that may affect the integrity of the publication process.

Complaints should be submitted in good faith and supported by factual information whenever possible.

⚖ How to Submit a Complaint

Complaints and appeals must be submitted in writing to the Editorial Office:

Email: sjil@unsri.ac.id

To facilitate an efficient review, submissions should include the following information:

✔ Article or Manuscript Information

  • Title of the article or manuscript.

  • Names of the author(s), if applicable.

  • DOI, manuscript ID, or other identifying information (if available).

✔ Description of the Concern

A clear, objective, and detailed explanation of the issue being reported.

✔ Supporting Evidence

Relevant documents, correspondence, references, screenshots, or other materials that support the complaint, where available.

Providing complete and accurate information will assist the Editorial Office in conducting a timely and thorough assessment.

⚖ Review Process

Upon receiving a complaint or appeal, the Editorial Office will:

  • Acknowledge receipt of the submission.

  • Conduct a preliminary assessment of the issue.

  • Request additional information where necessary.

  • Consult the Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board, reviewers, or independent experts when appropriate.

  • Communicate with the parties involved if clarification is required.

  • Reach a decision based on available evidence, publication ethics, and established editorial policies.

Each case will be evaluated individually and impartially.

⚖ Confidentiality

SJIL treats all complaints and appeals as confidential.

Information relating to an investigation will be disclosed only to individuals directly involved in the review and resolution of the matter, except where disclosure is required by law or necessary to protect the integrity of the scholarly record.

The journal is committed to ensuring that all parties are treated respectfully and fairly throughout the process.

⚖ Possible Outcomes

Following an investigation, SJIL may take one or more appropriate editorial actions, including:

  • No further action where the complaint is unsubstantiated.

  • Requesting clarification or additional information.

  • Correcting the published record.

  • Publishing an editorial notice or Expression of Concern.

  • Retracting a published article where justified.

  • Referring serious cases to the relevant institution or authority when appropriate.

All decisions will be based on documented evidence and internationally accepted publication ethics.

⚖ Commitment to Fair Resolution

SJIL encourages authors, reviewers, editors, and readers to report concerns that may affect the integrity of scholarly publishing.

The journal is dedicated to resolving complaints and appeals through a transparent, impartial, and evidence-based process while safeguarding the rights of all parties involved.

By maintaining an effective complaints and appeals procedure, SJIL seeks to strengthen public confidence in the quality, credibility, and integrity of its published scholarship.