Editorial Policy
Effective Date: [To be updated upon public launch]
Version: 1.0
At SorsogonFinder.ph, we are committed to publishing accurate, responsible, and community-focused information that helps people discover, understand, and connect with the Province of Sorsogon.
This Editorial Policy explains the principles and standards that guide the creation, review, publication, and maintenance of the content published on our platform.
Our Editorial Mission
Our mission is to provide reliable local information that promotes tourism, businesses, communities, public services, and local development throughout the Province of Sorsogon.
We strive to publish content that is informative, accurate, fair, and useful to our readers.
Types of Content We Publish
SorsogonFinder.ph publishes a variety of content, including:
- Local News
- Community Updates
- Municipality Guides
- Travel Guides
- Tourism Articles
- Business Spotlights
- Agriculture & Fisheries
- Government Updates
- Health Information
- Educational Content
- Events & Festivals
- Local Resources
Our Sources
Whenever possible, we rely on information from:
- Official government agencies
- Local Government Units (LGUs)
- National government agencies
- Public institutions
- Official business representatives
- Verified organizations
- Official announcements
- Press releases
- First-hand information when available
Examples include:
- Provincial Government of Sorsogon
- Municipal Government Offices
- PHIVOLCS
- PAGASA
- Department of Tourism
- Department of Agriculture
- BFAR
- Department of Health
- Department of Education
- Philippine Information Agency (PIA)
Where appropriate, sources are acknowledged within the article.
Accuracy and Fact Checking
We make reasonable efforts to verify information before publication.
Our editorial process may include:
- Reviewing official announcements.
- Comparing multiple reliable sources.
- Confirming publicly available information.
- Checking dates, names, and locations.
- Updating articles when significant changes occur.
Despite these efforts, errors may occasionally occur.
Corrections
If factual errors are identified, we aim to correct them as soon as reasonably possible.
Readers are encouraged to report inaccuracies through our Contact Us page.
Where appropriate, corrections may be made without prior notice.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently.
Businesses, advertisers, organizations, or partners do not influence our editorial decisions unless content is clearly identified as sponsored or promotional.
Sponsored Content
Sponsored content, promotional features, paid partnerships, or advertisements will be identified where appropriate to distinguish them from editorial content.
AI-Assisted Content
SorsogonFinder.ph may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with:
- Research organization
- Draft preparation
- Grammar improvement
- Language refinement
- Image generation
All published content is reviewed and edited before publication.
AI is used to support—not replace—editorial oversight.
User Contributions
We welcome information submitted by businesses, organizations, community members, and public institutions.
However, all submissions may be reviewed before publication.
Submission does not guarantee publication.
Updates
Information may change over time.
Business information, tourism details, government announcements, schedules, operating hours, and public services may be updated as new verified information becomes available.
Our Editorial Values
We are guided by the following principles:
- Accuracy
- Fairness
- Transparency
- Community Responsibility
- Respect
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement
Contact Us
Questions, corrections, or editorial concerns may be submitted through our Contact Us page. We appreciate feedback that helps us improve the quality and accuracy