Toluca-Cape Town Declaration is a Milestone for Recognizing Science as a Public Good - SPARC
peter.suber's bookmarks 2025-03-05
Summary:
"A new agreement among supporters of open access underscores the importance of embracing scholarly knowledge as a public good.
The Toluca-Cape Town Declaration, signed by representatives from countries around the world in December, clearly defines the Diamond Open Access model as “community-owned, community-led, and non-commercial.” It emphasizes the value of amplifying diverse voices and tailoring communication to address local and global needs.
The document was the culmination of discussions at both the Diamond Open Access Summit in Toluca, Mexico, in 2023, and the Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2024. The second gathering brought together more than 1,000 in-person and virtual delegates representing 73 countries – including 36 African countries. It emphasized the centrality of the local communities that have nurtured the success of Diamond Open Access and that are behind its increasing momentum today...."