At Visakha Society for Protection and Care of Animals (VSPCA), we are committed to providing our audience with accurate, reliable, and credible information. Our mission is to raise awareness, promote education, and advocate for animal welfare. To ensure the highest level of accuracy in the content we publish, we follow a strict fact-checking policy outlined below.
1. Sourcing Information
We gather information from credible and reputable sources, including:
- Government reports and publications on animal rights and welfare.
- Peer-reviewed scientific journals and studies.
- Information from recognized animal welfare organizations (such as the World Animal Protection and Humane Society International).
- Verified news outlets and academic institutions.
Whenever possible, we link to our primary sources so our readers can easily access and verify the information. You will find these links at the end of each article or within the text.
2. Review by Experts
Before publishing any animal care, protection, or advocacy information, we seek the guidance and review of experts in the field. These experts may include:
- Veterinary professionals.
- Environmentalists and wildlife biologists.
- Animal rights activists and organizations.
All content is vetted by our internal team as well as independent experts to ensure that it reflects current knowledge and best practices.
3. Continuous Updates
Animal welfare policies, research, and best practices are continuously evolving. As such, we periodically review and update our content to reflect the most current information. Any updates are clearly indicated within the article with a timestamp.
4. Corrections
Despite our rigorous efforts, occasional errors may occur. If we identify an inaccuracy in any of our content, we promptly correct it and clearly indicate the nature of the correction. We also encourage our readers to bring any potential errors to our attention via the contact form on our website: Contact Us.
5. Reader Feedback
We value the input and feedback of our readers. If you believe that any information on our website is inaccurate or misleading, please notify us immediately. You can do this by visiting our Contact Page or sending an email to info@visakhaspca.org. All claims of inaccuracy will be reviewed thoroughly, and necessary updates or corrections will be made as appropriate.
6. Transparency in Authorship
All of our content includes author bylines, allowing readers to know who is responsible for the content they are reading. When relevant, the credentials of the authors are provided, especially in cases where expert opinions are shared.
7. Verification of Multimedia Content
Multimedia content, such as photos, videos, and infographics, is verified before publication. We ensure that any visual media used on the website is authentic and directly related to the subject matter it represents.
8. Third-Party Contributions
We occasionally publish contributions from third-party writers, organizations, or guest bloggers. All such content is reviewed in accordance with our fact-checking policy to maintain the accuracy and credibility of the information shared. Third-party content is clearly labeled to distinguish it from in-house content.
9. Commitment to Ethical Content
We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in the creation and dissemination of information. All content is crafted with sensitivity toward the topic of animal protection, aiming to provide an objective, balanced view, free from sensationalism.
For more information about our policies, or if you would like to provide feedback, please visit our Contact Us page: https://www.visakhaspca.org/contact-us.