2nd Diamond Access Conference Report

Abstract:  This is the event report for the 2nd Diamond Open Access Conference, a global gathering where stakeholders were able to explore, discuss, and share insights on the diamond open access scholarly communication ecosystem. The event was organised on 25 and 26 October 2023 in Toluca, México by Science Europe, cOAlition S, OPERAS, and the French National Research Agency (ANR). This event report reflects the Conference’s mission to showcase good practices and policies from various corners of the globe, offering attendees a comprehensive perspective on the role of diamond open access in scholarly communication worldwide. The Conference focussed specifically on five key elements of diamond open access: infrastructure, policy development, governance, research evaluation and recognition, and sustainability.