Policy

Editorial Standard Policy

We are committed to maintaining high editorial standards to ensure accuracy, fairness, and integrity in all published content. Our editorial decisions are guided by the following principles:

• Accuracy & Fairness: We strive to provide well-researched, fact-checked, and balanced content. Any errors will be promptly corrected.
• Independence: Our editorial team operates independently of external influences, including advertisers and stakeholders, to maintain journalistic integrity.
• Accountability: We take responsibility for our content and uphold ethical reporting practices. If concerns arise, we will address them transparently.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We aim to represent diverse perspectives and voices, ensuring fair and respectful discourse.

Our Obligation

As a publication, we are obligated to:

• Ensure all content adheres to our editorial guidelines and ethical standards.
• Protect contributors and sources by upholding confidentiality when necessary.
• Provide a platform for responsible and meaningful discussions.
• Review and resolve disputes in a fair and transparent manner.

Dispute Policy

If you believe your rights have been breached or a dispute has arisen regarding published content, you have the right to file a complaint.

How to File a Complaint

• Submit your complaint via email to the Editor in Chief for initial review.
• The Editor will respond within 20 days.

Escalation Process

• If the response is unsatisfactory or no response is received within the timeframe, the complaint may be escalated to the Craccum Administration Board for further review.

We are committed to handling disputes fairly, transparently, and in a timely manner.

Submission Policy

By submitting content to Craccum, you agree to the following terms:

• Permission & Distribution License: You grant Craccum the right to publish and distribute your content.
• Intellectual Property: You retain full ownership of your intellectual property.
• Originality & Rights: Your submission must be original, and you confirm that no third-party rights have been breached.
• Liability: Craccum is not liable for any legal claims arising from your submission.

Disclaimer

The views and opinions expressed by authors in their submissions do not necessarily reflect those of Craccum. Craccum does not endorse any content or viewpoints published and is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of the information provided by contributors.

Wanna write for us directly online?

Please email our Digital Manager, Lee Li, at digitalmanager@craccum.co.nz