Effective Date: April 9, 2025
1. Publishing Principles
At Oldskoolbball, our mission is to provide insightful and accurate content related to basketball history, analysis, and culture. Our editorial decisions are guided by the following principles:
- Accuracy: We strive to ensure all information presented is factually correct and well-researched.
- Independence: Our content is produced free from external influences, maintaining editorial integrity.
- Relevance: We focus on topics that resonate with our audience’s interests and the current basketball landscape.
- Inclusivity: We aim to represent diverse perspectives within the basketball community.
2. Ownership and Funding Information
Tarik Arslan independently owns and operates Oldskoolbball. Our funding sources include:
- Advertising Revenue: Generated through on-site advertisements.
- Merchandise Sales: Proceeds from branded merchandise.
- Affiliate Marketing: Commissions earned through affiliate links.
We are committed to transparency regarding our funding to maintain the trust of our readers.
3. Actionable Feedback Policy
We value our readers’ input and have established channels to collect and respond to feedback:
- Contact Form: Available at the contact page.
- Email: Reach us at contact@oldskoolbball.com
- Social Media: Engage with us on X, Instagram, or different platforms.
Our team reviews all feedback and strives to respond within days, addressing concerns and suggestions promptly.
4. Corrections Policy
Maintaining accuracy is paramount. If errors are identified in our content, we adhere to the following procedure:
- Acknowledgment: Promptly recognize the mistake.
- Correction: Update the content with accurate information.
- Transparency: Clearly indicate the correction at the end of the article, detailing the nature of the change and the date it was made.
5. Ethics Policy
Our ethical guidelines include:
- Conflict of Interest: Contributors must disclose any potential conflicts related to their content.
- Originality: We uphold strict standards against plagiarism and require all content to be original.
- Respect: Content must not contain defamatory, offensive, or harmful material.
6. Diversity Policy
Oldskoolbball is dedicated to promoting diversity within our content by:
- Representation: Showcasing stories and perspectives from individuals of varied backgrounds within the basketball community.
- Inclusive Language: Utilizing language that is respectful and inclusive of all audiences.
- Content Review: Regularly evaluating our content to ensure it reflects our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
7. Diversity Staffing Report
We believe in fostering a diverse team. As of April 2025, our staff composition is as follows:
- Gender Representation
- Ethnic Diversity
We are continually working towards enhancing diversity within our team and are committed to equitable hiring practices.