Implementing the Diamond Open Access Standard (DOAS) In this recent study Barbaro, Annarita, Maria Cristina Barbaro, and Federica Napolitani. 2025. “No Fees, No Barriers—But What Standards? Considerations on the DIAMAS Diamond OA Standard Applied to a…

💬 #EDCHVoices – Implementing DOAS: They tried. And you?

The team of Annali dell’Istituto Superiore di Sanità used the #DOAS self-assessment to review their #DiamondOA practices — sharing lessons learned on challenges & opportunities.

👉 Now it’s your turn. Add your voice: buff.ly/PkChicw

Introducing ... Sustainability Resources for Diamond OA Publishing Did you know the ECDH contains a brand new set of resources designed specifically for publishers, service providers and funders with the aim of supporting the sustainability of institutional…

💬 #EDCHVoices – today, we’re looking for voices!
Have you explored the DIAMAS ToolSuite?

🔸 Which resources are most useful?
🔸 What could be improved?

Share your feedback & help make it better for the whole community!
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#OpenAccess #DiamondOA

The open access transformation for journals run by scholarly societies With this topic, I would like to open a space for discussion on an issue that seems to be occupying quite a few journals and/or scholarly societies in recent times: How to transition towards a…

💬 #EDCHVoices - Flipping scholarly society journals to Diamond OA isn’t just a switch—it’s a full-on transformation. How do you make it sustainable, equitable, and community-driven? Insights welcome!
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#DiamondOA #OpenAccess #ScholarlyPublishing

💬 #EDCHVoices –What role do #universitypresses have in ensuring quality in #DiamondOA publishing?
Some presses thrive by balancing editorial rigour, marketing, and autonomy, but many still lack recognition. Early-career #researchers often struggle to find trusted #OA publishers for their work.

Diamond OA logo I can’t find an allround usable logo for Diamond Open Access in general. Would it be an idea for the EDCH to have one designed and make it available through Wikimedia Commons?

💬 #EDCHVoices – What would a logo for #DiamondOA look like?

There’s no shared symbol yet, but as #DiamondOA grows, so does the need for a clear visual identity. Something that reflects its values: #openness, #equity, #collaboration.

Simple? Symbolic? Playful?
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💬 #EDCHVoices – #DiamondOA for books: Are we trying to fit books into a journal-shaped model?

Following the article by @alittleroad.bsky.social, @ivamz.bsky.social, Vanessa Proudman, Ursula Rabar and @nielsstern.bsky.social, how #DiamondOA can truly embrace the diversity of book publishing?

How to ensure PDF accessibility: tips and tools? Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice on how to create accessible PDFs. Specifically, what are the best practices to ensure that the formatting and content remain accessible for all users? Could anyone...

💬 #EDCHVoices – How to ensure PDF #accessibility?

It started with a simple question. No one-click fix, just hard-earned tips shared by the community. Even seasoned editors admitted mistakes!

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#OpenScience #DiamondOA #EDIB

The EDCH Community A forum where people involved in Diamond Open Access connect, collaborate, and innovate.

💬 #EDCHVoices - What kind of #publishing system do we want in 150 years?

Some say change is too slow. Others say history proves it's possible.

The @eua.eu report (a must-read!) urges us: “Cooperate and coordinate.”

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#DiamondOA

💬 #EDCHVoices - Can you migrate
@creativecommons.bsky.social
CC BY-NC-ND content to a new #OA platform without breaking the "NoDerivatives" clause?

Forum members are unpacking:
- What counts as a derivative
- Format shifts (PDF → HTML)

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Strategies to improve the visibility of journals and platforms Diamond OA journals often struggle to gain visibility. There are several strategies that can help, such as using persistent identifiers, Search Engine Optimization, registering with indexing services ...

💬 #EDCHVoices - How can #DiamondOA journals boost their visibility?

From @doaj.bsky.social indexing to better metadata & #SEO, the EDCH community shares tips & challenges.

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