Advertisement Policy - International Multispeciality Journal of Health (IJOER)
Ethical Practices in Advertising
IJOER follows the highest ethical standards in advertising, ensuring clear distinction between advertisements and research content while providing valuable outreach opportunities for our scholarly community, in alignment with our Journal Ethics Policy.
Editorial Independence Guarantee
Advertising and editorial decisions are completely independent. Acceptance and placement of advertisements have no bearing on manuscript evaluation, peer review decisions, or publication outcomes, ensuring academic integrity as outlined in our Publication Ethics.
Policy Contents
1. Our Advertising Philosophy
IJOER recognizes that advertising provides essential information services for our scholarly community and helps sustain our open access publishing venture. We adhere to high ethical standards to ensure advertising does not impact editorial freedom and academic integrity.
Core Principles
- Editorial Independence: Complete separation between advertising and editorial decisions
- Community Value: Advertisements must provide value to our academic audience
- Transparency: Clear labeling of all sponsored content
- Ethical Standards: Alignment with academic integrity and professional ethics
- Relevance: Contextual appropriateness for research community
- Non-Intrusiveness: Respect for reader experience and content flow
Policy Alignment
Our advertising policy works in conjunction with:
2. Acceptable Advertisement Categories
We welcome advertisements that provide value to our academic and professional audience in literature and cultural studies.
Academic & Professional Services
Academic Services:
- Academic publishing services
- Research methodology tools
- Statistical software and packages
- Reference management systems
- Plagiarism detection services
- Academic writing assistance
Professional Development:
- Professional training programs
- Research funding opportunities
- Academic job announcements
- Research collaboration platforms
- Academic networking events
- Conference and workshop announcements
Educational & Institutional Services
Educational Resources:
- Academic textbooks and references
- Research methodology guides
- Case study collections
- Professional certification programs
- Online learning platforms
- Educational software tools
Institutional Services:
- University programs and courses
- Research institute collaborations
- Library resources and databases
- Academic membership organizations
- Research center partnerships
- Institutional subscription services
Business & Professional Tools
Professional Tools:
- Data analysis software
- Survey and research tools
- Business intelligence platforms
- Project management systems
- Academic database access
- Research funding databases
Industry Partnerships
- Corporate research collaborations
- Industry-academia partnerships
- Professional association memberships
- Business consulting services
- Corporate training programs
- Professional certification bodies
3. Strictly Prohibited Advertisement Categories
Zero Tolerance Policy
The following categories are strictly prohibited to maintain academic integrity and protect our readers.
Unethical Academic Services
- Academic cheating services
- Essay writing services for assignments
- Predatory publishing operations
- False academic credentials
- Plagiarism support services
- Research data fabrication tools
Inappropriate Content
- Tobacco and alcohol products
- Gambling and betting services
- Adult content and services
- Weapons and military equipment
- Political campaign materials
- Religious proselytizing content
Health & Medical Restrictions
- Unapproved pharmaceutical products
- Unverified medical treatments
- Alternative medicine without evidence
- Weight loss supplements
- Cosmetic surgery services
- Health supplement claims without verification
Financial & Legal Limitations
- High-risk investment schemes
- Cryptocurrency trading platforms
- Pyramid marketing schemes
- Payday loan services
- Legal services with unrealistic claims
- Financial products with hidden risks
4. Advertisement Placement and Design Guidelines
Placement Standards
- Clear Labeling: All ads must be clearly marked as "Advertisement" or "Sponsored Content"
- Separation from Content: Ads appear in designated areas separate from research articles
- No Editorial Influence: Advertisements do not affect article acceptance or journal design
- Contextual Relevance: Ads should be relevant to academic and research audiences
- Proportional Space: Advertising space does not exceed 30% of any page layout
- Non-Intrusive Design: Ads should not interrupt reading or navigation experience
Design & Content Requirements
Content Requirements:
- Truthful and verifiable claims
- Clear identification of advertiser
- Appropriate academic tone
- Relevance to research community
- Professional design standards
- Accurate contact information
Technical Specifications:
- Standard web banner sizes (300x250, 728x90, 300x600)
- Acceptable file types: PNG, JPG, GIF, WebP
- Reasonable file sizes for quick loading
- Mobile-responsive designs required
- Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1)
- Browser compatibility testing
5. Advertisement Review and Approval Process
Review Process Steps
- Initial Submission: Advertisers submit materials and complete application form
- Content Review: Editorial team evaluates content for appropriateness and accuracy
- Compliance Check: Verification against prohibited categories and ethical standards
- Technical Assessment: Review of design quality and technical specifications
- Final Approval: Advertisement committee makes final decision
- Contract Execution: Selected advertisers sign advertising agreement
- Placement Scheduling: Coordination of advertisement placement timeline
Review Timeline
The advertisement review process typically takes 5-7 business days.
Communication Protocol
Advertisers receive status notifications throughout the process, with clear reasons provided for any rejections. All correspondence is handled professionally and confidentially.
6. Advertising Rates and Placement Options
| Ad Type | Placement | Duration | Rate (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webpage Banner | Homepage Header | 1 Month | $150 |
| Sidebar Advertisement | All Article Pages | 1 Month | $100 |
| Newsletter Feature | Monthly Newsletter | Single Issue | $75 |
| Journal Issue Back Cover | PDF Edition | Single Issue | $200 |
| Content Partnership | Dedicated Section | 3 Months | $500 |
Academic Discounts
Special discounted rates are available for academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and educational service providers. Please contact us for custom quotes based on your organizational status and specific needs.
7. Ethical Considerations and Reader Protection
Reader Privacy Protection
- No reader data is shared with advertisers
- Compliance with data protection legislation (GDPR, CCPA)
- Anonymous analytics for advertisement performance
- Personalized advertising opt-out available
- Secure handling of any collected data
- Transparent privacy policy implementation
Editorial Independence
- Strict separation between advertising and editorial teams
- No advertiser influence on content selection
- Sponsored content clearly labeled and distinguished
- Independent peer review process maintained
- Transparent disclosure of funding sources
- Protection against commercial bias in publications
Conflict of Interest Management
We maintain strict protocols to manage potential conflicts of interest:
- Advertisement sales team operates separately from editorial team
- No special consideration for advertisers in publication decisions
- Clear disclosure of any institutional partnerships
- Periodic auditing of advertisement placement practices
- Reader feedback mechanism for advertisement concerns
- Transparent reporting of advertising revenues
8. Complaint and Feedback Mechanism
Reporting Process
Readers and community members are encouraged to submit comments or complaints about advertisements:
- Email Complaints: Send concerns to info.IJOER@gmail.com or info@globalacademician.com
- Specific Details: Include advertisement details and specific concerns
- Response Timeline: Initial response within 3 business days
- Investigation Process: Thorough review of all complaints
- Corrective Action: Immediate withdrawal of misleading advertisements
- Feedback Implementation: Incorporate reader feedback in policy updates
Our Commitment
We take all advertisement-related grievances seriously and investigate them immediately:
- Reader trust and community integrity are our highest priorities
- Fair and transparent investigation procedures
- Confidential handling of all complaints
- Timely resolution and communication
- Continuous policy improvement based on feedback
- Protection for those reporting in good faith
Continuous Policy Review
Our advertising policy is reviewed annually to incorporate industry standards, technological changes, and evolving community norms. Feedback from readers, authors, and advertisers helps maintain our highest ethical standards in academic advertising.
Advertising Queries
For advertisement rates, availability, or policy questions:
Email: info.IJOER@gmail.com or info@globalacademician.com
Please include "Advertisement Inquiry" in the subject line and provide information about your organization and proposed advertisement content for faster processing. Visit our Contact Us page for additional options.