Editorial Guidelines

Effective Date: April 16, 2025

Our Editorial Mission

At Fama, we are committed to publishing high-quality, accurate, and reliable content that empowers women in their financial, business, and personal journeys. Our mission is to bridge the gender gap in financial literacy and provide actionable insights tailored to women’s unique financial challenges and opportunities.

We strive to create content that is:

Trustworthy and evidence-based
Inclusive and accessible to diverse audiences
Practical and actionable
Supportive of women’s financial independence and confidence

Editorial Team Structure

Our editorial team consists of:

Editor-in-Chief: Oversees editorial direction and content strategy
Managing Editor: Coordinates day-to-day content operations
Section Editors: Specialized in each of our core topics
Staff Writers: Experienced financial and business writers
Contributing Experts: Financial professionals who provide insights
Fact-Checkers: Dedicated to verifying accuracy of all content

Each team member undergoes rigorous vetting and training to ensure they understand our commitment to journalistic integrity and financial accuracy.

Content Creation Process

Topic Selection

Our content topics are selected based on:

Reader interests and feedback
Trending financial and business issues relevant to women
Evergreen financial literacy needs
Gaps in existing coverage of women’s financial issues
Input from our expert advisory board

Research and Fact-Checking

Our rigorous research process includes:

All statistics, data, and factual claims are sourced from reputable sources including:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- Peer-reviewed academic journals
- Industry reports from established financial institutions
Sources are evaluated for:
- Credibility and reputation
- Currency (typically within the last 2-3 years)
- Relevance to our audience
- Methodology soundness
- Potential conflicts of interest
Multiple sources are consulted for verification when appropriate
All financial information is reviewed for accuracy and timeliness
Data visualizations are created with care to avoid misrepresentation

Expert Review

Articles discussing specialized topics undergo a multi-layer review process:

Initial editorial review for clarity, style, and basic accuracy
Subject matter expert review by a qualified professional in:
- Investing and wealth management
- Tax strategies and planning
- Retirement planning
- Estate planning
- Business finance
- Legal matters related to finance
Final editorial review to ensure reader accessibility

Content Updates

We maintain a systematic approach to content maintenance:

Financial articles are reviewed and updated:
- Quarterly for market-sensitive information
- Annually for general financial advice
- Immediately following significant regulatory changes
- As needed when new research emerges
Date of last review/update is clearly indicated on each article
Content that becomes outdated is either:
- Updated with current information
- Archived with clear notation
- Redirected to more current resources

Content Standards

Accuracy and Reliability

All factual claims must be verified by credible sources
Complex financial concepts are explained in clear, accessible language
Practical examples illustrate abstract financial principles
Limitations and caveats are clearly stated

Diversity and Inclusivity

We commit to:

Representing diverse women’s voices and experiences
Acknowledging the intersection of gender with race, socioeconomic status, and other factors
Avoiding stereotypes and generalizations
Creating content accessible to women at all financial knowledge levels
Using inclusive language and examples

Ethical Standards

Our content never:

Promotes get-rich-quick schemes
Guarantees specific financial outcomes
Recommends high-risk strategies without proper risk disclosure
Exploits financial anxieties or vulnerabilities

Transparency

Separating Editorial from Advertising

We maintain strict boundaries between our editorial content and commercial considerations:

All sponsored content is clearly labeled as “Sponsored” or “Advertisement”
Editorial decisions are made independently of advertising considerations
Writers and editors are prohibited from creating content about companies in which they have financial interests
Our editorial team operates separately from our business development team

For more information about recognizing sponsored content online, visit the Federal Trade Commission’s native advertising guidelines.

Financial Relationships Disclosure

We disclose:

When we have affiliate relationships with recommended products
Any sponsorships that support our content
Potential conflicts of interest among our contributors
Our revenue model and funding sources

Financial Advice Disclaimer

All content on FamaBlog.com includes appropriate disclaimers stating that information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals regarding their specific circumstances.

Corrections Policy

We are committed to accuracy and transparency in correcting errors:

Error identification: Errors may be identified through internal review, expert feedback, or reader notifications
Verification: All reported errors are verified by our editorial team
Correction process:
- Minor errors (typos, formatting issues) are corrected without notation
- Substantive factual errors are corrected with a visible correction notice
- Major errors may warrant a separate correction announcement
Documentation: All significant corrections are documented internally for quality improvement

To report an error, readers can email corrections@famablog.com.

Author Guidelines

Qualifications

Our authors and contributors must have:

Relevant expertise, credentials, or experience in their topic areas
Strong research and fact-checking skills
Clear, accessible writing style
Commitment to evidence-based approaches
Understanding of women’s unique financial challenges

Editorial Expectations

Authors are required to:

Provide proper citations for all factual claims
Disclose any potential conflicts of interest
Follow evidence-based approaches to financial and business topics
Write in clear, accessible language
Provide practical, actionable information
Meet deadlines and be responsive to editorial feedback
Participate in fact-checking processes

Feedback and Continuous Improvement

We value reader feedback on our content and use it to continuously improve:

Readers can submit feedback through article comment sections
We conduct quarterly reader surveys to assess content quality
Our editorial team reviews feedback trends monthly
Content performance metrics inform our editorial calendar

If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions regarding our editorial guidelines or any content on FamaBlog.com, please contact us at editorial@famablog.com.