Terms & conditions

1) Derang is an online magazine run by a team of volunteers, dedicated to exploring humanities and social sciences topics related to Iran and the global Iranian community.

2) Derang aims to serve as a platform for Iranians who do not have access to mainstream media but have ideas worthy of publication.

3) This magazine tries to explain the basic issues of individual and collective life of Iranians in various fields of humanities and social sciences and interpret them from different perspectives.

4) Derang advocates for the idea that Iranians require a “reflective pause” to embrace change across all dimensions and levels of life. In Persian, the word “Derang” literary means a moment of pause for contemplation and reflection.

5) Derang believes that while politics currently occupies a central role in Iranians’ lives, societal and cultural dimensions serve as the bedrock for meaningful changes. Hence, Derang tries to promote humanities and social sciences to foster a deeper understanding of these foundational aspects.

6) In addition to philosophy, ethics, politics, culture, history, society, art, and economics which are the primary interest to Derang, the magazine welcomes content covering any aspect of Iranian life that contributes to personal and collective growth.

7) Derang aims to publish diverse opinions to foster an environment for dialogue among individuals with differing viewpoints. However, the publication of varied opinions does not necessarily reflect the stance of Derang.

8) Derang does not have a red line or impose restrictions on the topics eligible for publication; however, the sole criterion that may result in article rejection is the act of insulting individuals or groups.

9) Derang maintains no affiliation with any organization, institution, group, or party. Nevertheless, it is open to publishing their views, allowing writers to express their intellectual orientations freely.

10) The use of content from Derang is permitted with proper citation and attribution to the source.

The contents published in Derang neither imply acceptance nor rejection. Derang serves as a platform for diverse opinions, aiming to foster dialogue and broaden understanding by reflecting various viewpoints.

Note: Submitted content will not be returned or removed after publication.