HR for Humans at Work

Editorial Guidelines

This Editorial Policy should be read alongside the following pages, as well as any additional terms that may apply to specific publications, features, or services:

1. Purpose

This policy outlines the principles and editorial framework that guide all content published by HR for Humans at Work and Humane HR Magazine. Its purpose is to ensure that our work is credible, ethical, inclusive, and firmly grounded in a human-first approach to HR and the workplace.

Both publications operate with full editorial autonomy. Decisions about commissioning, editing, publishing, or declining content are made independently by the editorial team and are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, contributors, or commercial relationships.

2. Editorial Intent

Our content exists to:

  • Encourage thoughtful, informed conversations about people, work, leadership, and organisational culture
  • Share original insights, lived experience, and evidence-based perspectives
  • Uphold transparency, balance, and responsibility in all editorial decisions
  • Reflect the diversity of working lives, identities, and professional experiences

3. Editorial Principles and Standards

3.1 Accuracy and Evidence

  • Non-fiction content must be based on accurate information and credible sources
  • Material claims should be supported by reliable references, such as recognised research, professional standards, or primary sources
  • If factual errors are identified after publication, they will be corrected clearly and promptly

3.2 Originality and Attribution

  • All submissions must be the contributor’s own work and not reproduced from elsewhere
  • Any external material — including quotations, data, images, or graphics — must be properly acknowledged unless it is in the public domain

3.3 Ethics and Integrity

  • Content must respect individual privacy, dignity, and the wellbeing of people and communities
  • Contributors should actively avoid conflicts of interest
  • Any relevant professional, financial, or personal interests connected to the subject matter must be disclosed during submission and approved by the editorial team

3.4 Inclusion and Respect

  • Language, imagery, and framing must not marginalise, stereotype, or harm individuals or groups
  • We intentionally seek a wide range of voices, viewpoints, and lived experiences across all content areas

3.5 Transparency and Independence

  • Content must be relevant to our audience and aligned with the purpose of each publication
  • Sponsored or promotional material will always be clearly labelled
  • Financial contributions, sponsorships, or partnerships do not affect editorial decisions, recognition, or coverage

4. Submission and Contributor Expectations

4.1 External Contributions

  • All contributors must adhere to this policy and any submission guidelines provided
  • Editors may make changes for clarity, structure, tone, accuracy, or consistency
  • Contributors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest at the time of submission

4.2 Use of AI Tools

  • AI tools may be used in a supportive capacity (such as drafting assistance or language refinement), but they must not replace human judgment
  • Any use of AI in the creation process must be declared when submitting
  • AI-generated content cannot be relied upon for unchecked factual accuracy; responsibility always remains with the human author and editor

5. Review and Publication Process

  • All submissions are reviewed by the editorial team to ensure they meet our standards and align with our mission
  • We reserve the right to accept, decline, edit, or request revisions
  • Final publication decisions rest with the editorial leadership listed on the About Us page

6. Corrections and Updates

  • Substantial factual corrections will be made openly, with an explanation of what changed and why
  • A record of significant corrections or updates will be maintained
  • Content may be updated over time to reflect new insights, research, or contextual developments

7. Community Engagement and Commenting

  • Reader participation is encouraged, provided discussion remains respectful and relevant
  • Comments containing harassment, discrimination, misinformation, or spam may be removed
  • Repeated breaches may result in restricted access or removal; appeals can be submitted via the Contact Form

8. Accountability and Dialogue

We are committed to editorial responsibility and welcome feedback from readers and contributors.

Questions, concerns, or editorial feedback can be directed to the editorial team through the Contact Form. Information about our editorial leadership is publicly available on the About Us page.

9. Policy Review and Changes

Updates to this policy will be communicated through our website and newsletter where appropriate.

This policy is reviewed regularly to reflect evolving editorial practice, technology, and the needs of our readership.

For any inquiries or clarifications, please use our Contact Form.