Editorial Policy

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At Friends of Rock Island State Park (FORI), we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial integrity, accuracy, and independence. Our editorial policy outlines the principles, practices, and processes we follow to ensure that all content on our platform is trustworthy, relevant, and responsible.

Core Editorial Principles

We follow these core principles in every piece of content we publish:

  • Accuracy: All facts are thoroughly verified through credible sources before publication.
  • Transparency: We clearly cite sources and mention if content is opinion-based or sponsored.
  • Impartiality: We strive to maintain a balanced and neutral tone across all topics.
  • Public Interest: Our content serves the public and contributes to the awareness of infrastructure, policy, and sustainability issues.

Content Creation Process

  1. Topic Selection
    Topics are selected based on relevance, social importance, and reader interest in sectors such as energy, water, cybersecurity, transport, and more.
  2. Research and Writing
    Writers conduct in-depth research using:
    • Government data and official sources
    • Research journals, reports, and case studies
    • Expert insights and interviews when applicable
  3. Review and Approval
    All articles go through a multi-stage editorial process, including:
    • Internal editing for clarity, grammar, and structure
    • Fact-checking for data accuracy
    • Final approval by the editorial team before publication

Opinion Pieces and Guest Contributions

We welcome guest writers and expert contributors. However, such content is:

  • Clearly labeled as “Opinion” or “Guest Article”
  • Reviewed for accuracy and alignment with our values
  • Subject to our fact-checking and ethical standards

Corrections and Updates

If an error is discovered post-publication:

  • A correction is made promptly
  • A note is added to the article with the correction date
  • The original intent of the article is preserved while fixing factual inaccuracies

Editorial Independence

FORI does not allow any external parties, advertisers, or sponsors to influence editorial content. Sponsored content, if any, will be clearly disclosed.

Feedback and Complaints

We believe in open dialogue with our readers. If you spot an error or have concerns about any content on our website, please contact us at:
Email: teamfori884@gmail.com

Thank you for trusting FORI as your source for infrastructure and policy-related insights. We promise to continue upholding journalistic integrity in everything we publish.