Open Access Policy for Sustainability and Beyond: Journal of the International Sustainable Development Research Society
At Sustainability and Beyond: Journal of the International Sustainable Development Research Society (hereafter Sustainability and Beyond), we are committed to fostering a culture of accessibility, transparency, and inclusivity in disseminating scholarly knowledge. Our open-access policy reflects our dedication to making research freely available to the global community, promoting collaboration, and advancing the progress of science and academia.
Key Principles:
- Diamond Open Access: Sustainability and Beyond adheres to the Diamond Open Access model, ensuring that all content is freely accessible to readers without any subscription or access fees. Diamond Open Access journals are community-driven, academic-led, and academic-owned publishing initiatives.
- No Author Fees: Authors publishing in Sustainability and Beyond will not incur any publication fees. We are committed to supporting researchers in sharing their work without financial constraints.
- Global Accessibility: Our content is accessible to individuals worldwide, allowing researchers, scholars, and enthusiasts from all corners of the globe to engage with cutting-edge research.
- Inclusivity: Sustainability and Beyond welcomes submissions from diverse perspectives and backgrounds, ensuring a level playing field for all.
- Quality Assurance: While promoting open access, we maintain a rigorous peer review process to uphold the quality and integrity of published research.
- Copyright Retention: Authors retain the copyright to their work, granting Sustainability and Beyond a license to publish and distribute the material.
Benefits of Open Access:
- Wider Impact: Open Access enhances the visibility and impact of research by reaching a broader audience, including academics, policymakers, and the general public.
- Global Collaboration: By removing paywalls, Sustainability and Beyond facilitates collaboration and knowledge exchange on a global scale.
- Innovation: Open Access fosters innovation by allowing researchers to build upon existing knowledge without restrictions.
- Ethical Publishing: Our Open Access policy aligns with ethical publishing practices, ensuring that research contributes to the greater good.
By embracing an Open Access policy, Sustainability and Beyond strives to contribute to the democratization of knowledge and the advancement of sustainable research practices.
Financing
Sustainability and Beyond is financed by ISDRS (International Sustainable Development Research Society).