Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR) has announced the eagerly awaited dates for its annual conference, slated for June 6-7, 2024. This year's event will take place in conjunction with the esteemed Open Repositories Conference in the vibrant city of Gothenburg, Sweden, promising a dynamic platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advancement within the global repository community.
While the conference program is currently under development, attendees can anticipate an array of engaging sessions and discussions tailored to address the most pressing issues and opportunities facing repositories and repository networks today. Of particular note is a special session dedicated to cultivating effective advocacy strategies for repositories and identifying priority areas for technical alignment—a vital step towards fostering greater visibility, accessibility, and impact of repository services worldwide.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to delve into new COAR resources, including the COAR vocabularies, recommendations on supporting multilingualism in repositories, and the COAR Framework for Good Practices in Repositories. These resources are poised to empower repository managers and stakeholders with the tools and insights needed to navigate the evolving scholarly communication landscape effectively.
A highlight of the conference agenda is the detailed update and interactive Q&A session on COAR Notify—an initiative that has made significant strides since its last presentation to COAR members. With COAR Notify at the forefront of advancing interoperability and collaboration among repositories, this session promises valuable insights into the latest developments and future directions of this innovative platform.
Recognizing the diverse needs and constraints of its global membership, COAR is committed to ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all attendees. To this end, selected sessions will be recorded and shared exclusively with COAR members, ensuring that valuable content is accessible to those unable to attend in person.
For repository practitioners, advocates, and enthusiasts alike, the COAR annual conference promises to be an unparalleled opportunity to connect with peers, explore emerging trends and best practices, and contribute to the collective advancement of open access repositories worldwide.
For updates and further details, visit the COAR website at www.coar-repositories.org.
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