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JP — Independent Journal

Editor-in-Chief

Mobarez Javanmard

Editorial Desk

Email: jp.independent.journal@gmail.com

Website: https://jpindependentjournal.org

Editorial Independence

JP — Independent Journal operates as an independent online editorial publication.

All editorial decisions, standards, and coverage are determined internally by the editorial desk.

The journal is not affiliated with, funded by, or operating under the authority of any production company, institution, political organization, sponsor, or external body.

Editorial decisions are made under the responsibility of the Editor-in-Chief in accordance with the journal’s stated standards.

Editorial Independence — FAQ

Is JP affiliated with any company or institution?

No. JP — Independent Journal is fully independent and maintains no formal or informal affiliation with any organization, company, political body, or funding institution.

Does the Editor-in-Chief’s personal creative work influence editorial coverage?

Editorial decisions are made independently of personal creative or professional activities.

Any potential conflict of interest is disclosed internally, and coverage decisions follow published editorial standards.

How does JP handle disputes, corrections, or concerns?

Good-faith responses, correction requests, and factual challenges are reviewed by the editorial desk.

Verified errors are corrected transparently.

Final editorial judgment and interpretation remain solely the responsibility of the journal.

Press Card Policy

Purpose

JP press cards identify individuals authorized to represent the journal for editorial, reporting, interview, and documentary activities under JP’s standards.

Eligibility

Press cards may be issued to:

The Editor-in-Chief

Staff or contributors with an active editorial assignment

Contributors with published work who continue reporting under JP’s editorial guidelines

Issuance is discretionary and subject to editorial review.

Information Displayed on the Card

Each press card includes:

Full legal name

Editorial role (PRESS / Reporter / Contributor / Editorial)

Photograph (mandatory for roles involving press identification)

Unique identification number

Validity period (expiry date)

Official website: https://jpindependentjournal.org

Use & Conduct

Press cards are issued solely for journalistic and editorial purposes.

Cardholders must:

Accurately represent their role and assignment

Respect venue rules, safety protocols, and local regulations

Avoid coercion, harassment, misrepresentation, or unethical conduct

Conflicts of Interest

Cardholders must disclose relevant conflicts of interest to the editorial desk.

Failure to disclose may result in suspension or revocation.

Revocation

JP — Independent Journal reserves the right to revoke a press card at its discretion in cases of:

Misrepresentation or misuse

Unethical or unprofessional conduct

Repeated breach of editorial standards

Expiration or prolonged inactivity

Verification

Verification requests regarding a press card or cardholder status may be directed to:

jp.independent.journal@gmail.com

Press Card — Terms & Conditions

Scope

The JP press card confirms the holder’s role as an independent editorial contributor or representative engaged in reporting, documentation, or cultural observation.

Rights

Cardholders may:

Identify themselves as an editorial contributor when covering cultural, artistic, or cinematic activities

Request access for interviews or documentation, subject to the policies of the host venue or institution

Final access decisions always remain with the event organizer, venue, or institution.

Limitations

The press card must not be used:

For personal, commercial, or promotional purposes

To imply institutional authority, legal power, or exclusive rights

Outside the context of editorial or documentary activity

The card does not constitute government affiliation, legal accreditation, or official press status beyond this publication.

Conduct & Responsibility

Press card holders are expected to act professionally, accurately represent their role and affiliation, and comply with applicable laws and ethical standards.

Any misuse may result in immediate revocation.

Validity & Disclaimer

Press cards are issued for a limited duration and may include an expiration date

JP — Independent Journal Editorial reserves the right to revoke a card at its discretion and without obligation to provide prior notice or justification

Holding a press card does not establish employment, contractual obligation, or financial entitlement

JP — Independent Journal

Editorial Desk