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Associazione di Promozione Sociale Amici di uBC Fumetti

Piazza Umberto I

70010

Capurso

Bari

Italy

3205687317

IT93530200729

108752

Primary Brand / Publication Name:
Magazine uBC Fumetti

Also known as / Associated names:
– uBC Fumetti (main brand and historical identity)
– Amici di uBC Fumetti APS (legal entity and association name)
– uBC Fumetti – Magazine (used on social media accounts and promotional materials)

Website: https://magazineubcfumetti.com

All content published under these names is produced and managed by the Associazione di Promozione Sociale Amici di uBC Fumetti, a non-profit cultural organization registered in Italy (RUNTS ID 108752).

The editorial team of Magazine uBC Fumetti considers the safety, independence, and privacy of all contributors a primary concern.
The magazine is entirely non-profit, apolitical, and free from any economic or promotional relationship with publishers or other stakeholders.

No sponsored content, advertorials, or clickbait are ever published, and no commercial advertising is hosted on the website.

All contributors write voluntarily and without compensation, driven solely by passion for comics and cultural criticism, and are free from any editorial imposition or external pressure.

These principles ensure a safe, respectful, and independent environment for everyone involved in the publication.

2022-04-01

uBC Fumetti was founded in August 1996 as one of the first Italian websites dedicated to comics criticism and culture. Over the years it evolved into a collaborative, non-profit platform. In 2022, the APS was established to ensure its continuity and formal recognition.

From its founding in August 1996 until April 2022, uBC Fumetti operated as an independent, informal collective of comic enthusiasts and critics, entirely run on a voluntary basis without any legal entity or commercial funding.

In April 2022, the Associazione di Promozione Sociale Amici di uBC Fumetti (APS) was created to formally represent the project and ensure its long-term sustainability. The APS is self-financed through modest contributions from its members and contributors, allowing the website to remain completely independent, non-profit, and free from advertising or editorial influence.

Originally launched as a static, non-responsive website, uBC Fumetti underwent a major upgrade in 2022 to reach a wider audience and to promote comics as a mature and culturally relevant medium within contemporary media.

Magazine uBC Fumetti has an editorial mission based on independence, transparency, and cultural promotion.

Its goal is to explore, review, and discuss comics as an art form and as a tool for cultural expression, through original critical writing that is free from commercial, political, or editorial influence.

The magazine publishes no advertising, sponsored content, or clickbait, and all contributors write voluntarily without compensation, driven by passion and respect for readers.

The editorial team follows internal accountability practices and welcomes public dialogue and feedback to maintain accuracy, fairness, and integrity in all published content.

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The Legal Entity is an Associazione di Promozione Sociale (APS) — a non-profit association recognized under Italian law (Legislative Decree No. 117/2017, “Codice del Terzo Settore”) and registered in the National Single Register of the Third Sector (RUNTS).

The publishing entity is a non-profit Associazione di Promozione Sociale (APS), collectively owned and governed by its members in accordance with its bylaws.

The association has no private or corporate owners, no shareholders, and no profit distribution. Governance is democratic and based on member participation.

Amici di uBC Fumetti APS has no owners or shareholders, as it is a non-profit cultural association governed democratically by its members.

The association’s legal representatives are:
– President: Pasquale Laricchia
– Vice President: Marco Gremignai
– Secretary / Treasurer: Luca Cerutti

These roles are voluntary and non-remunerated.
None of the representatives hold political office or are affiliated with any political party.

The association’s governance follows the democratic and non-profit principles set by the Italian Codice del Terzo Settore (Legislative Decree No. 117/2017).

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Amici di uBC Fumetti APS does not have a separate supervisory board.
The association is governed by a Board of Directors (Consiglio Direttivo), which is accountable to the General Assembly of Members in accordance with Italian non-profit regulations (Codice del Terzo Settore, Legislative Decree No. 117/2017).

Current board members:
– President: Pasquale Laricchia
– Vice President: Marco Gremignai
– Secretary / Treasurer: Luca Cerrutti

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Amici di uBC Fumetti APS has no owners or shareholders, as it is a non-profit association composed of members.
The private contact details of individual members are confidential and not publicly shared.
The association can be contacted at [email protected] for any official inquiry.
The members of the Board of Directors of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS can be contacted through their official institutional email addresses:

– President: Pasquale Laricchia — [email protected]
– Vice President: Marco Gremignai — [email protected]
– Secretary: Luca Cerrutti — [email protected]

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The members of the Board of Directors of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS can be contacted through their official institutional email addresses:
– President: Pasquale Laricchia — [email protected]
– Vice President: Marco Gremignai — [email protected]
– Secretary: Luca Cerrutti — [email protected]

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Amici di uBC Fumetti APS has no shareholders, majority, or controlling owners.
As a non-profit cultural association under Italian law (Associazione di Promozione Sociale – Legislative Decree No. 117/2017, “Codice del Terzo Settore”), it has no share capital or ownership structure.

All members have equal voting rights, and the Board of Directors is elected democratically by the General Assembly.

Amici di uBC Fumetti APS is a non-profit cultural association governed by democratic principles.
All decisions, including editorial ones, are made collectively and approved by the General Assembly.
The association’s activities are entirely volunteer-based and independent from any commercial or political influence.

Amici di uBC Fumetti APS has no shareholders or equity holdings.
As a non-profit association under Italian law (Associazione di Promozione Sociale – Legislative Decree No. 117/2017, “Codice del Terzo Settore”), it has no share capital.
All members have equal voting rights within the General Assembly, and no individual holds any ownership percentage.

The leadership of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS consists of the following Board of Directors:

– President: Pasquale Laricchia — [email protected]
– Vice President: Marco Gremignai — [email protected]
– Secretary: Luca Cerrutti — [email protected]

General associative contact: [email protected]

All serve on a voluntary basis within the non-profit association.

The management of Magazine uBC Fumetti is entrusted to the Board of Directors of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS, which operates on a voluntary and non-profit basis.

– President (Chief Executive): Pasquale Laricchia — [email protected]
– Vice President / Editorial Coordination: Marco Gremignai — [email protected]
– Secretary / Administration: Luca Cerruti — [email protected]

General contact for the association: [email protected]

All management members serve without remuneration and act collectively in accordance with the association’s bylaws.

Amici di uBC Fumetti APS
Piazza Umberto I, 70010 Capurso (Bari), Italy

Phone: 3205687317
Email: [email protected]

This address corresponds to the legal headquarters of the association and of the media outlet Magazine uBC Fumetti.

The editorial staff of Magazine uBC Fumetti communicates with the public mainly through email and social media.
Queries or concerns are addressed directly via [email protected]
or through the official social media accounts.

When clarification or correction is required, updates are published directly in the relevant article or in follow-up posts, ensuring transparency and accountability.

The equivalent of customer service for Magazine uBC Fumetti is managed by the association Amici di uBC Fumetti APS.

Email: [email protected]
Postal address: Piazza Umberto I, 70010 Capurso (Bari)

The sources of revenue for Magazine uBC Fumetti are limited and entirely non-commercial. Ranked from largest to smallest: Membership contributions from members of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS (annual fees and voluntary donations). Voluntary contributions from readers and supporters. “5×1000” public donation program, a tax-designated contribution available to non-profit organizations in Italy. The magazine receives no advertising income, sponsorships, or commercial funding. Annual financial statements and balance sheets are publicly available at https://magazineubcfumetti.com/aps-amici-di-ubc-fumetti/

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The annual revenue of Magazine uBC Fumetti is very limited and entirely non-commercial.
It comes exclusively from membership fees and small voluntary donations collected by Amici di uBC Fumetti APS.

The total annual revenue is approximately €1,000, as shown in the association’s public financial reports: https://magazineubcfumetti.com/aps-amici-di-ubc-fumetti/

The approximate ratio of revenue sources for Magazine uBC Fumetti is as follows:

– Membership contributions (annual fees and voluntary member donations): ~30%
– Small public donations and reader support: ~5%
– “5×1000” public donation scheme: ~65%

Magazine uBC Fumetti processes limited personal data from online visitors in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The data collected include:
– basic website analytics (via Google Analytics, anonymized IPs),
– email addresses provided voluntarily for the newsletter or contact forms,
– essential technical cookies for website functionality.

No personal data is sold, shared with third parties for commercial purposes, or used for profiling.
Full details are provided in the site’s Privacy Policy: https://magazineubcfumetti.com/privacy-policy/

The information collected is used exclusively for legitimate and limited purposes:

– to ensure the technical operation and security of the website,
– to gather anonymous statistical data on traffic and audience engagement,
– to manage newsletter subscriptions and respond to reader inquiries submitted through contact forms.

No personal data is used for advertising, profiling, or commercial activities.

The information is processed through secure, GDPR-compliant digital systems.

– Website analytics are handled automatically via Google Analytics, with anonymized IP addresses.
– Newsletter and contact data are managed through Mailchimp and the site’s secure contact forms.
– All data transmissions occur under HTTPS/SSL encryption.

Access to personal data is restricted to the site administrators of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS for legitimate purposes only.

https://magazineubcfumetti.com/manifesto/

The names of the persons responsible for the Editorial Guidelines — Pasquale Laricchia (President of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS) and Marco Gremignai (Director and Vice President) — are clearly indicated at the Article n.13 of the Manifesto.

This identification ensures transparency and accountability while preserving the collective spirit of the editorial team.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto clearly defines the expected behaviour of all contributors, including editorial staff and occasional collaborators.

It establishes principles of accuracy, respect, transparency, and editorial independence, and outlines shared responsibility across the team.
Each contributor is accountable for their work while acting within a collective and collegial editorial framework coordinated by the President and the Director.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto and internal editorial practices clearly define the structure of editorial responsibility at each stage of publication.

Each contributor is responsible for their own work; the editorial coordination team — led by the Director and the President of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS — ensures consistency, accuracy, and adherence to ethical standards before publication.

Final publication is managed through a collaborative review process.

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The uBC Fumetti Manifesto explicitly includes the principle of Accuracy.
All information published on the website is verified before release, and sources are cited whenever relevant or non-original.

The magazine does not publish sponsored content, advertorials, or fake news, and rejects clickbait practices.
Any factual errors are corrected transparently as soon as identified.

The editorial coordination team ensures factual integrity and ethical consistency before publication.

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The uBC Fumetti Manifesto clearly guarantees the Independence of all editorial decision-making.

The magazine is entirely non-profit, publishes no advertising or sponsored content or affiliate marketing, and has no economic or political affiliations.

Each contributor writes voluntarily, choosing topics freely and without external influence.
Editorial decisions are made collectively under the coordination of the President and the Director, ensuring full independence and integrity.

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Although Magazine uBC Fumetti is not a registered journalistic outlet, its contributors follow principles of Fairness consistent with ethical journalism.

All opinions and reviews are expressed with respect for authors, readers, and differing perspectives.
Criticism is reasoned and transparent, never personal or defamatory.

The editorial team values accuracy, balance, and intellectual honesty in every publication.

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The uBC Fumetti Manifesto includes clear requirements for Accountability.

Each contributor is responsible for their own content, and any factual errors or inaccuracies are corrected transparently as soon as identified.

The editorial team maintains open communication with readers through email and social media, treating feedback as an essential part of its work.

This ensures accountability to both the audience and the association’s ethical principles.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto includes clear protections against real, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest.

The magazine has no advertising, sponsorships, or commercial partnerships, and no contributor receives payment or writes on commission.

All editorial choices are made independently and collectively, free from political, economic, or personal influence.

These principles ensure the integrity and transparency of all published content.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto provides clear guidance on handling business-related conflicts of interest.

The magazine does not accept advertising, sponsorships, or paid collaborations.
Should any potential business relationship arise, it would be openly declared and evaluated collectively by the editorial coordination team to ensure transparency and independence.

These rules safeguard the publication from any commercial influence on its content.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto ensures full independence from political interests.

The association and its contributors are apolitical and have no affiliations with parties, movements, or institutions.

Any potential political conflict of interest would be declared and addressed collectively by the editorial coordination team to preserve neutrality, fairness, and integrity in all published content.

The uBC Fumetti Manifesto includes guidance for managing personal conflicts of interest.

Contributors avoid reviewing or commenting on works by authors, editors, or publishers with whom they have personal relationships.

Any potential personal conflict is disclosed to the editorial coordination team, which evaluates the situation collectively to ensure transparency and impartiality in publication.

The organisational structure of Amici di uBC Fumetti APS fully protects uBC Fumetti’s editorial processes from any undue internal or external influence.

The association is non-profit, has no advertisers or sponsors, and operates independently of political, commercial, or institutional powers.

Editorial decisions are made collectively by the contributors and the coordination team, ensuring autonomy, fairness, and integrity in all published content.

Magazine uBC Fumetti follows an internal editorial process to ensure the accuracy of its content.

Each article is written independently by the contributor and then reviewed by the editorial coordination team for factual accuracy, clarity, and consistency with the uBC Fumetti Manifesto.

Sources are verified when cited, and only approved content is published.
This review process guarantees adherence to ethical and editorial standards.

Magazine uBC Fumetti has internal editorial procedures to ensure full adherence to its Editorial Guidelines.

All contributors agree to the uBC Fumetti Manifesto before joining the team.
Each article is reviewed by the editorial coordination team to ensure that it respects the publication’s principles of independence, fairness, and accuracy.

The President and the Director are responsible for maintaining consistency between published content and the ethical standards of the association.

Magazine uBC Fumetti applies a verification process for all published content.

Each article is reviewed by the editorial coordination team — composed of the President, the Director, and senior editors — to ensure factual accuracy, clarity, and consistency with the uBC Fumetti Manifesto and Editorial Guidelines.

No article is published without prior review and approval.
This oversight guarantees both accuracy and adherence to ethical and editorial standards.

Magazine uBC Fumetti has an established mechanism for the periodic review of its editorial processes.

The editorial coordination team — including the President, the Director, and area reviewers — meets monthly via video call to assess workflow efficiency, content quality, and compliance with the uBC Fumetti Manifesto and Editorial Guidelines.

Continuous communication is maintained via email and an internal WhatsApp group for operational coordination, while a Telegram group supports informal discussion.

The Vademecum della Redazione provides the procedural framework, and both the Manifesto and Guidelines are updated whenever needed to reflect improvements and maintain accountability.

Magazine uBC Fumetti periodically reviews its internal accountability mechanisms to ensure they remain effective and transparent.

During the monthly editorial meetings, the coordination team evaluates how corrections, clarifications, and updates are managed, as well as how responsibilities are distributed across the editorial workflow.

The Vademecum della Redazione and the uBC Fumetti Manifesto are updated when needed to improve clarity and maintain a consistent standard of accountability throughout the organisation.

Magazine uBC Fumetti does not produce statistical data but ensures that all factual information and references are taken from verified, direct, and authoritative sources.

These include official publisher websites, direct interviews, the magazine’s own historical archives, and reliable databases such as www.comicsbox.it.

All images used are either scans of original materials owned by the editors or press materials from official publisher sources.

This approach guarantees transparency, traceability, and respect for copyright.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines require that all external photographs, video, or audio materials be sourced and verified.

All images and media used on the site come either from official publisher sources, press kits, or are scans of original materials owned by the editors.

Any external video or audio (such as trailers or interviews) is embedded only when originating from official, verifiable channels.

Credits and copyright ownership are acknowledged collectively in the site’s footer.

This ensures authenticity, copyright compliance, and editorial transparency.

All articles published on Magazine uBC Fumetti clearly identify their author through a visible byline.

In the case of co-authored pieces or collaborative works, all contributors are credited.
External sources, interviews, or guest writers are also named.

Author information is stored within the website’s publishing system (WordPress) and accessible to administrators in compliance with GDPR and data protection standards.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines require that any constraint or facilitation affecting location-based reporting be disclosed within the article or its introduction.

When coverage is based on material provided by publishers — such as previews, press events, or review copies — this context is clearly indicated to maintain transparency.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines require full transparency whenever coverage is facilitated by an external body.

If an article or interview is made possible through publisher invitations, event accreditations, or access to advance materials, this is clearly disclosed in the text.

Such facilitation never affects editorial independence or opinions expressed.

Magazine uBC Fumetti clearly states, through its Editorial Guidelines and Privacy Policy, that no algorithmic systems are used for the curation or recommendation of content.

All article selection and dissemination are handled manually by the editorial team, ensuring transparency and full editorial control.

Magazine uBC Fumetti adheres to best practice requirements established by EU regulatory frameworks, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Digital Services Act.

Although the magazine does not use algorithmic curation, it complies with transparency and accountability standards consistent with the Journalism Trust Initiative principles.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure the ethically appropriate treatment of violent or explicit content.

When discussing comics or graphic novels containing mature themes, the editorial team presents such material critically and within context, avoiding sensationalism or unnecessary detail.

Content warnings are added when relevant to respect reader sensitivity.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure the ethical and respectful treatment of any content featuring children or vulnerable individuals.

Such subjects are never depicted or described in a sensational manner.
In narrative contexts, they are discussed analytically and with full respect for privacy and dignity.
No personal data or identifiable images are ever published without consent.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure the ethical management of live or real-time content.

Although the magazine rarely produces live streams, any such events (e.g., interviews or festival coverage) are moderated and supervised by the editorial team to ensure accuracy, respectful dialogue, and adherence to ethical standards.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure that all opinion and comment material is free from defamation or personal attacks.

Reviews and critical articles are based on analysis and argument, never on offensive or defamatory language.
All content is reviewed prior to publication to maintain respect and ethical integrity.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure that all opinion and comment content respects privacy rights.

Articles and reviews focus exclusively on publicly available information related to published works.
No personal data or private details are ever disclosed without consent, in full compliance with GDPR principles.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines prohibit any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment.

All reviews and opinion pieces are expected to maintain a respectful tone and promote constructive discussion.
Every article is reviewed before publication to ensure compliance with these ethical standards.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure that all opinion and comment material is free from harassment or intimidation.

The magazine promotes critical discussion without hostility or personal attacks.
All contributions are reviewed before publication to guarantee respect and a constructive tone.

When uBC Fumetti grants anonymity to a source, the reason is clearly explained within the article.

This practice ensures that readers understand the context and justification for anonymity while maintaining transparency and trust in the information provided.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure full respect for individual privacy and safety.

No personal data or private information is published without explicit consent, and all content complies with GDPR standards.
The editorial team prioritizes dignity, safety, and confidentiality in all journalistic activities.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure complete editorial independence from all sources.

The magazine maintains transparent, non-commercial relationships with publishers and creators.
Contributors receive no payment or benefits from sources, and no content is commissioned or influenced externally.
All opinions are based solely on critical evaluation.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines promote the use of diverse and reliable sources when producing content.

Articles combine direct materials (such as the comics themselves, interviews, and official statements) with independent research, archival references, and external critical perspectives.
This approach ensures balance and depth in every publication.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines clearly distinguish independent editorial content from any commercial or sponsored material.

The magazine does not publish advertising, sponsored articles, or paid collaborations.
All reviews and features are independently produced, and any promotional materials received are acknowledged but never influence editorial content.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines require a clear distinction between factual news and opinion content.

Reviews and essays express personal analysis and interpretation, while news and informational posts report verified facts in a neutral tone.

This distinction is also reflected in the site’s structure and categories.

The uBC Fumetti Editorial Guidelines ensure a clear distinction between editorial and commercial content.

The magazine does not publish advertising or sponsored materials, and all articles are independently produced without commercial intent or influence.

Any external promotional material, if ever mentioned, is clearly identified and contextualized.

Magazine uBC Fumetti rarely uses content supplied by external non-journalistic bodies.

When such material is used — typically as short news items about releases or events — it is always verified, rewritten, and clearly attributed by the editorial team to ensure transparency and independence.

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Magazine uBC Fumetti provides a clear process for individuals directly involved in a story to communicate corrections or clarifications.

Authors, publishers, or other subjects mentioned can contact the editorial team via official email or social media.
Such requests are reviewed promptly, and any necessary corrections are made transparently.

Magazine uBC Fumetti has a clear internal process for assessing and dealing with correction requests.

Reported inaccuracies are reviewed by the editorial coordination team, involving the original author and a reviewer.
If confirmed, corrections are made transparently and documented.
In more complex cases, the issue is discussed collectively within the editorial board.

Magazine uBC Fumetti maintains a systematic editorial structure to ensure that any inaccuracies are corrected promptly and transparently.

The editorial coordination team reviews all reported errors and, once verified, updates the content accordingly.

Corrections are handled in a timely manner, following the procedures defined in the Vademecum della Redazione and ensuring accountability to readers.

Magazine uBC Fumetti designates its President and Director as the primary contacts for complaints regarding potential breaches of its Editorial Guidelines or ethical principles.

Complaints can be sent to [email protected] , and the process is publicly available on the website’s “Contacts” page.
All submissions are reviewed by the editorial coordination team to ensure a transparent response.

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While uBC Fumetti does not have a formal written diversity policy, inclusivity is an integral part of its editorial and recruitment approach.

The publication welcomes contributors regardless of gender, background, age, or professional experience, and values diverse perspectives that enrich its cultural coverage.

uBC Fumetti promotes staff welfare through a collaborative and respectful editorial environment.

All contributors write voluntarily and are free to choose their topics and pace, without imposed deadlines or editorial pressure.

Respect, dialogue, and balance between commitment and personal life are key principles stated in the Vademecum della Redazione.

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Magazine uBC Fumetti operates entirely on a voluntary, non-profit basis.

Contributors are not bound by employment or commercial contracts and retain full editorial independence in choosing their topics and perspectives.

All editorial review is collaborative and aims solely to ensure quality and coherence, never to impose external influence or control.

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