Principles of Transparency

The Asian Journal of Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law adheres to the Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing, as recommended by COPE, DOAJ, OASPA, and WAME. These principles ensure openness, integrity, and ethical accountability throughout the publication process.

1. Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts are subject to a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Each submission is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. The final decision rests with the Editor-in-Chief, based on reviewer reports and editorial assessment.

2. Governing Body

The journal is managed by an Editorial Board comprised of experienced scholars and professionals in veterinary medicine and related disciplines. Full details of the editorial board members, including affiliations and qualifications, are publicly available on the journal’s website.

3. Editorial Team and Contact Information

Contact information for the editorial office, including institutional address and official email, is clearly listed on the journal's website. All correspondence is handled promptly and professionally.

4. Author Fees

There are no submission fees, additional charges beyond, or Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted articles.

5. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain full copyright of their work. All published articles are distributed under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are properly cited.

6. Archiving

The journal ensures digital preservation of all published content through institutional repositories and archiving platforms. All articles remain permanently accessible even if the journal is no longer published.

7. Ownership and Management

Asian Journal of Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law is owned and published by XXX , Indonesia. The institution is responsible for the editorial and operational management of the journal.

8. Website

The journal’s website offers user-friendly navigation, clear policy statements, and access to all content and submission resources. The site is regularly updated to maintain transparency and accessibility.

9. Publishing Schedule

The journal publishes two issues per year, in April and September, following a consistent and timely publication schedule.

10. Access

All content is freely accessible to the public. Asian Journal of Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law is committed to the open-access model, supporting the free exchange of knowledge without financial, legal, or technical barriers.

11. Ethical Oversight

The journal has established ethical guidelines in line with international standards. Allegations of misconduct or unethical behavior are investigated thoroughly, with appropriate actions taken as necessary, including corrections or retractions when warranted.

12. Open Access Policy

This journal offers instant open access to its content, based on the principle that freely sharing research with the public promotes broader and more effective global knowledge exchange.