Withdrawal Policy

1. Introduction

The Journal of Climate and Community Development (JOCCD) recognizes that authors may need to withdraw their manuscripts for various reasons. This policy outlines the procedures and conditions for withdrawal at different stages of the publication process.

2. When can a manuscript be withdrawn?

Authors may withdraw their manuscript at any time before or after acceptance, but the timing of the withdrawal affects the process and potential consequences.

3. Withdrawal before peer review:

  • Authors can withdraw their manuscript before peer review by contacting the Managing Editor. No reason for withdrawal is required.
  • There are no consequences for withdrawing before peer review.

4. Withdrawal after peer review:

  • Authors can withdraw their manuscript after peer review but before a final decision is made by contacting the Managing Editor. A brief explanation for withdrawal is appreciated but not mandatory.
  • Withdrawing after peer review may delay the review process for other manuscripts and might cause inconvenience to reviewers. Consider this before requesting withdrawal.

5. Withdrawal after acceptance:

  • Authors can withdraw their manuscript after acceptance but before publication by contacting the Managing Editor. Written justification for withdrawal is required.
  • Withdrawing after acceptance can disrupt the publication schedule and might incur administrative costs. Authors may be responsible for covering these costs.

6. Restrictions on withdrawal after publication:

  • Manuscripts cannot be withdrawn after publication except in rare cases of ethical concerns or scientific misconduct.
  • If withdrawal is approved after publication, a correction notice will be published, clearly stating the reason for withdrawal.

7. Responsibilities of authors:

  • Authors must inform all co-authors about the withdrawal request.
  • Authors are responsible for any costs associated with withdrawal after acceptance, such as typesetting fees or open access publication charges.
  • Withdrawing a manuscript does not prevent the authors from submitting a revised version addressing reviewer concerns or from submitting the work to another journal.