Journal of Dissemination of Inclusive Economics and Finance (JDIEF) strictly prohibits the fabrication or falsification of data, results, or statements in submitted manuscripts. Authors must ensure that all information presented in their work is accurate, verifiable, and supported by appropriate evidence.

1. Definition of Misconduct

• Fabrication: Inventing data, sources, or findings that never occurred.
• Falsification: Manipulating research materials, processes, or data to misrepresent results.
• False Statements: Providing misleading or incorrect information in manuscripts, cover letters, or correspondence with the editorial office.

2. Editorial Action

• Manuscripts found to contain fabricated or falsified information will be immediately rejected.
• If discovered after publication, the article will be retracted with a formal notice explaining the reason.
• JDIEF reserves the right to notify the authors’ institutions, funding agencies, or relevant authorities about confirmed cases of misconduct.

3. Author Responsibility

• Authors must retain original data and provide it upon request during the review process.
• All sources of data, funding, and institutional support must be disclosed clearly.
• Authors must confirm that their work complies with JDIEF’s ethical standards and international guidelines (COPE).

4. Whistleblower Allegations

• Allegations of fabricated or false information raised by reviewers, readers, or whistleblowers will be investigated thoroughly.
• JDIEF follows COPE flowcharts and international best practices in handling such cases.
• All investigations are conducted confidentially, and retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited.

5. Commitment to Integrity

JDIEF is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. Fabrication, falsification, or false statements undermine the credibility of scholarly publishing and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.