The Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP) has announced the successful completion of its Generations Fund campaign, raising $500,000 to provide long-term support for its Fellowship, Mentoring, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs. This milestone furthers SSP's goal of promoting a more sustainable and inclusive future for the academic communications sector.
Launched during the pandemic, the Generations Fund attracted contributions from over 500 individuals and organizations worldwide. Fundraising activities included community events like SSP's Virtual 5K, the SSP Originals Auction, and initiatives like 'Games for Good.' The campaign's endowment model ensures that the programs it supports will benefit from dependable, sustainable financial backing over the long term.
The fund's completion comes at a crucial moment, as scholarly publishing organizations continue to prioritize inclusive professional development.
SSP's supported programs aim to diversify the industry's talent pool and provide ongoing mentorship and training to early-career professionals.
The organization has emphasized that the Generations Fund will sustain existing initiatives and allow for expanded access and participation in future programs. SSP plans to continue engaging its community through volunteer opportunities, events, and donor recognition efforts. The complete listings of the campaign's supporters are available on the organization's website.
The Generations Fund's success marks a significant step toward SSP's goal of building a diverse and resilient scholarly communication workforce that meets the field's evolving needs.
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