Last Updated: June 2026
At the Global Youth Science Journal (GYS Journal), we believe that trust is built through transparency. As a youth-led, non-profit scientific publishing initiative, we are committed to openly sharing how the journal operates, how decisions are made, and how any funds received are used.
This page provides an overview of our current organizational structure, operating costs, and financial principles.
As of now, GYS Journal does not generate revenue and does not currently accept donations.
In the future, we may accept voluntary donations, sponsorships, grants, or other forms of support to help sustain and expand our operations. Any significant funding sources will be disclosed on this page.
GYS Journal is operated with minimal costs and relies heavily on volunteer contributions.
Current expenses primarily include:
The journal does not currently maintain physical offices or paid facilities.
To keep costs low and maximize accessibility, GYS Journal currently operates using:
As the journal grows, infrastructure requirements may increase, potentially resulting in additional hosting, storage, security, and software expenses.
GYS Journal is supported by a volunteer-based organizational structure.
Provides overall leadership, strategic direction, platform development, and organizational oversight.
Responsible for editorial policies, publication standards, and manuscript evaluation processes.
Contribute to operations, outreach, communications, design, technical development, and community engagement.
At present, no members of the organization receive salaries or financial compensation.
Current Revenue: ₹0
Current Donations Received: ₹0
If donations or revenue are received in the future, annual summaries may be published on this page to provide transparency regarding funding and expenditures.
Any future funds received by GYS Journal will be used solely to support the journal's mission and operations.
Potential uses include:
Funds will not be distributed as profits to founders, volunteers, editors, or board members.
Editorial decisions are made independently of financial considerations.
Acceptance, rejection, review, and publication decisions are based solely on academic merit, relevance, quality, and adherence to journal policies.
Financial contributors, sponsors, or donors will not influence editorial decisions.
All editors, reviewers, volunteers, and contributors are expected to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could affect their judgment or decision-making.
Individuals with conflicts of interest may be recused from reviewing, evaluating, or making decisions regarding affected submissions.
The journal is committed to maintaining fairness, objectivity, and integrity throughout the publication process.
As GYS Journal evolves, this Transparency Report may be updated to reflect changes in funding, organizational structure, operating costs, and governance practices.