Withdrawal Policy

At Journal of Arts, Culture and Society (JACS), we recognize that in rare situations an author may need to withdraw their manuscript after submission. While we aim to support authors in such cases, withdrawals must be handled carefully to ensure academic integrity, fairness to reviewers, and the preservation of the scholarly record.

1. When Withdrawal is Appropriate

Withdrawal requests will be considered only under genuine and unavoidable circumstances, such as:

  • Serious flaws or errors discovered in the work that compromise its validity.

  • Ethical concerns that were not evident before submission.

  • Change in research direction or scope, only if peer review has not yet begun.

2. Withdrawal at Different Stages

a. Prior to Peer Review

  • Authors may request withdrawal freely before the review process begins.

  • A short written explanation must be submitted by the corresponding author.

b. During Peer Review

  • Withdrawals at this stage are strongly discouraged, as reviewers invest significant time in evaluation.

  • Approval will be granted only if the reason is compelling and supported by evidence.

c. After Acceptance

  • Withdrawal after acceptance is an exceptional measure. It will only be permitted if there is proof of an ethical or procedural issue that makes publication inappropriate.

  • Any fees paid (if applicable) are non-refundable at this stage.

3. Responsibilities of Authors

  • All listed authors must agree in writing to the withdrawal.

  • The manuscript should not be submitted elsewhere until the editorial office confirms withdrawal in writing.

4. Consequences of Improper Withdrawal

Manuscripts withdrawn without valid reason—especially to submit elsewhere—may result in:

  • A submission ban for up to two years.

  • Notification to affiliated institutions.

How to Request Withdrawal:
All withdrawal requests should be sent to the editorial office at [editorial email here] with “Withdrawal Request – [Manuscript ID]” in the subject line.