Editorial Policy

Real Self-Sufficiency was founded to bring together anyone with an interest in becoming more self-sufficient, whether that be by growing food, raising livestock, making natural recipes, remedies, or DIY projects.  

Our goal is to give you useful, helpful, entertaining and thought-provoking content that helps you achieve your self-sufficiency goals. It doesn’t matter whether you have a little urban window box or a huge sprawling homestead. You’re part of our growing community.

Real Self-Sufficiency Editorial Policy: 

This editorial policy was created to promote and uphold high standards of journalism and professionalism.

Accuracy and Credibility:

  • To ensure accuracy in all our content, we fact-check and verify information from reliable sources.
  • We value balance and fairness, and present multiple perspectives when applicable.
  • We distinguish between reporting and opinion pieces.

Editorial Independence:

Our content is not influenced by advertisers, stakeholders, or external parties. 

If an article has been created or sponsored by a third party, we provide a clear disclosure.

Originality and Plagiarism:

  • We respect intellectual property rights and observe copyright laws.
  • Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and we check regularly to ensure the originality of our content.

Ethics and Privacy:

  • Our articles and opinion pieces do not violate individuals’ privacy, promote hate speech, or engage in discrimination of any type.

Transparency:

  • Our ownership, affiliations, and any potential conflicts of interest are public record.
  • We acknowledge and correct inaccuracies and/or errors in our content.