Our Content Philosophy
At aikyam space, we believe in creating authentic, responsible content that serves our communities. Our platform focuses on:
- Creating nurturing and psychologically-safe spaces for changemakers
Content Verification Standards
Information Accuracy
- We rely on first-hand accounts and direct experiences from our team and external contributors
- All quotations must be verified directly with the individuals being quoted
- Contributors are expected to provide sources for any statistics, research, or external information cited
- We trust our writers to represent their experiences and knowledge accurately, while maintaining appropriate documentation
Image Usage and Permissions
- All images must be submitted with explicit permission from the photographer/owner
- For photographs featuring individuals, consent must be obtained from the subjects
- Contributors must include:
- Source attribution for each image
- Written confirmation of permission to use the image
- Context about where and when the image was taken
- Names of individuals featured (where appropriate and with consent)
Submission Guidelines
For Contributors
- Article Format
- Clear, accessible language that respects our diverse audience
- Focus on practical insights and real-world experiences
- Avoid technical jargon unless necessary, with explanations provided
- Include relevant context about your background and connection to the topic
- Ethics and Transparency
- Disclose any relevant affiliations or relationships
- Respect confidentiality of individuals and organizations
- Avoid content that could compromise the safety or privacy of vulnerable communities
- Content Rights
- External contributors retain the intellectual property rights to their ideas
- We maintain the right to edit and format content for clarity and accessibility
- Contributors grant us permission to publish across our platforms and channels
Editorial Process
- Review and Verification
- Our team reviews all submissions for alignment with our mission
- We verify permissions and consents
- We may request additional documentation or clarification
- Editorial Decisions. We reserve the right to:
- Edit headlines and formatting
- Request revisions for clarity or accuracy
- Schedule publication dates
- Decline content that doesn't align with our values or mission
Safe Space Guidelines
- Content must support psychological safety
- Respectful language and inclusive perspectives
- Recognition of diverse experiences and viewpoints
- No harmful stereotypes or discriminatory content
Contact Information
For more information, queries on contributing and more, write to us at hello@aikyamfellows.org
This policy is subject to updates as our community grows and evolves. We welcome feedback from our contributors and community members to ensure our content serves our mission effectively.
(Last updated: 18th Dec, 2025)