C4DISC issues interim guidance for professional membership communities navigating DEI challenges - May 2, 2025
The Coalition for Diversity and Inclusion in Scholarly Communications (C4DISC) has released a new resource developed in response to the evolving political landscape surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The guidance document, aimed at professional membership communities, was produced following a Rapid Response Day convened by… Read More
SSP reaffirms commitment to diversity and inclusion in scholarly publishing - April 28, 2025
The Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP), a founding member of the Coalition for Diversity and Inclusion in Scholarly Communications (C4DISC), has reaffirmed its commitment to the coalition’s mission and principles. This reaffirmation comes amid ongoing challenges that impact academic freedom, federal research funding, the… Read More
AUPresses reaffirms commitment to diversity and inclusion in scholarly publishing - April 9, 2025
At its spring 2025 meeting, the Board of Directors of the Association of University Presses (AUPresses) reaffirmed its commitment to the principles and mission of the Coalition for Diversity and Inclusion in Scholarly Communications (C4DISC), an initiative it helped establish. This renewed endorsement reflects AUPresses’ ongoing dedication… Read More
C4DISC reaffirms commitment to diversity and inclusion in scholarly publishing - March 14, 2025
The Coalition for Diversity & Inclusion in Scholarly Communications (C4DISC) has reaffirmed its commitment to equitable access, diversity, and inclusion within the publishing industry. Now supported by over 40 member organizations and adopted by 160 partners, C4DISC promotes practices that eliminate barriers, ensure fair opportunities, and foster… Read More
Science Europe endorses ALLEA’s statement on academic freedom - March 3, 2025
Science Europe shares The European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities's (ALLEA) grave concerns over recent restrictions to academic freedoms enacted by the new U.S administration, imposing censorship and the cessation of funding for research programmes centred on climate change, gender studies, and… Read More
SSP Board reflects on current challenges and commitment to DEIA - February 17, 2025
The Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP) Board of Directors recently shared reflections on the unsettling challenges facing the global scholarly communications industry. The shifting U.S. political landscape, which threatens academic freedom, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives, and federal research funding, has deeply impacted the SSP… Read More
Call for Learning+DEI Cohort Program event hosts - February 17, 2025
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is inviting member institutions to submit expressions of interest to host events for the ARL Learning + DEI cohort program in 2027–2028. Opportunities include hosting an Intensive Learning Program (ILP) site visit, two Leadership and Career Development Program (LCDP) site visits,… Read More
Taylor & Francis joins DAISY Consortium’s Inclusive Publishing Partner Program to advance accessibility in publishing - November 6, 2024
Academic publisher Taylor & Francis has reaffirmed its commitment to making content accessible to all readers by joining the DAISY Consortium’s Inclusive Publishing Partner Program. This global initiative supports organizations in producing content that is accessible, fostering equal access to information and knowledge for… Read More
DOJ updates ADA Title II Regulations for Web Accessibility; ARL resources guide libraries in compliance efforts - November 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has updated its Title II regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), introducing new standards to make web content accessible for individuals with disabilities. This regulatory update aims to ensure that digital resources provided by public institutions,… Read More
University of Zagreb adopts Open Science Policy to promote accessibility and collaboration in research - October 25, 2024
University of Zagreb adopts Open Science Policy to promote accessibility and collaboration in research. The University of Zagreb has formally adopted a comprehensive Open Science Policy, marking a significant step toward enhancing research accessibility and collaboration. The policy, approved by the University Senate during a regular meeting,… Read More
