Independence and disclosure
Editorial decisions must not be purchased by a funder, advertiser, political party or candidate. Before launch, Nagorik Voice will publish its ownership, material funding sources and relevant contributor affiliations. Sponsored editorial masquerading as independent work is not accepted.
Fact, interpretation and opinion
Articles distinguish verified facts from inference, interpretation and judgment. Empirical claims carry dated sources appropriate to their risk. Opinion pieces are labelled and remain accountable to evidence. The journal does not endorse electoral candidates or conduct manipulative political microtargeting.
Allegations and right of reply
Material allegations require strong evidence, fair attribution, careful language and an opportunity for affected people or organisations to respond. Editorial urgency does not lower that threshold. Responses are represented accurately, including a refusal or inability to comment.
Sources, quotations and corrections
We do not invent quotations, sources or citations. Primary documents are preferred when available, while official claims are still subject to scrutiny. Material errors receive a visible correction note and timestamp; substantial changes are not silently substituted for the record readers saw.
Bylines and rights
Bylines identify responsibility and substantial authorship. Contributors must submit original work and disclose prior publication. Text, photographs, illustrations and data must be used under documented rights, licence or a defensible exception reviewed for the specific case.
AI-assisted work
Any material AI assistance in drafting, research organisation, illustration or editing must be disclosed to editors and, when relevant to readers, on the published work. AI output is never treated as a source. A human editor must verify every claim, citation, quotation and right before approval.
Accessibility and privacy
We aim for WCAG 2.2 AA, plain navigation, keyboard access, descriptive alternatives and readable typography. The publication uses no advertising trackers or cookies by default. Optional analytics, if later enabled, must be privacy-respecting and publicly documented.