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Digital Archiving and Preservation Policy

The Journal of Humanities, Education and Cultural Reforms (JHECR) is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content. To achieve this, JHECR collaborates with established digital archiving services, including LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS), ensuring that all articles are securely archived and remain available to future generations. This policy outlines the measures taken to safeguard the journal’s content and ensure its continued accessibility.

Archiving Partnerships:

  • LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe): LOCKSS is a digital preservation system designed to safeguard and maintain access to scholarly content. Through this partnership, JHECR’s articles are distributed across multiple LOCKSS network nodes, providing redundant storage and ensuring long-term preservation.

  • CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS): CLOCKSS builds on the LOCKSS model by adding a layer of controlled access for archived content. This system ensures that archived articles are preserved with a predictable access model, allowing recovery and dissemination in the event of a crisis or journal discontinuation.

Preservation Objectives:

  • Long-Term Access: The primary goal of the Digital Archiving & Preservation Policy is to ensure that JHECR’s published articles are preserved indefinitely and remain accessible to researchers, clinicians, and the public. This includes safeguarding against data loss and maintaining content integrity over time.

  • Accessibility Assurance: By partnering with LOCKSS and CLOCKSS, JHECR guarantees that its articles will remain accessible even if unforeseen circumstances arise, such as journal discontinuation or other disruptions in the publishing process.

Archiving Practices:

  • Secure Storage: Articles published in JHECR are securely stored in the digital archiving systems of LOCKSS and CLOCKSS. These systems utilize multiple copies and geographically distributed storage locations to protect against data loss and ensure redundancy.

  • Metadata Preservation: Alongside the preservation of full-text content, associated metadata (such as author information, publication date, and DOI) is also preserved. This ensures that all aspects of the published work are accessible and traceable.

Emergency Access Protocols:

  • Trigger Events: If JHECR faces unforeseen circumstances, such as cessation of publication or other critical disruptions, the CLOCKSS system will activate its emergency access protocols, ensuring uninterrupted access to archived content.

  • Recovery and Continuity: LOCKSS and CLOCKSS provide mechanisms for the recovery of content and continuity of access, safeguarding against potential gaps in availability and ensuring the journal’s scholarly contributions remain part of the academic record.

Quality Assurance:

  • Regular Monitoring: The digital archiving services used by JHECR are subject to regular monitoring and quality checks to ensure the ongoing integrity and accessibility of the archived content. This includes periodic audits and updates to the preservation systems.

  • System Updates: LOCKSS and CLOCKSS continually update their technology and protocols to keep pace with advancements in digital preservation and ensure the long-term viability of archived content.

Collaboration and Compliance:

  • Partnerships: JHECR’s collaboration with LOCKSS and CLOCKSS aligns with best practices in digital preservation and complies with industry standards for archiving and long-term content management.

  • Adherence to Standards: The journal adheres to established digital preservation standards and guidelines, contributing to a robust and reliable archiving strategy.

JHECR’s Digital Archiving & Preservation Policy underscores the journal’s commitment to the long-term preservation and accessibility of its scholarly content. Through strategic partnerships with LOCKSS and CLOCKSS, JHECR ensures that its published articles are securely archived, remain accessible to future generations, and continue to contribute to the academic and clinical community.