Towards a more open and equitable publishing future

Abstract:  cOAlition S’s “Towards Responsible Publishing” proposal aims to advance responsible publishing practices. A global stakeholder consultation on this topic revealed support for preprint posting and open peer review, but highlighted the need for seamless integration across publishing workflows and sustainable infrastructures. Building on the consultation, this presentation highlights opportunities for libraries, institutions, publishers and more to enable and support innovative publishing practices in the coming years. The presentation also emphasises the importance of a phased yet confident approach towards the creation of a more open, equitable and responsible publishing ecosystem, considering potential barriers and unintended consequences and continued collaboration with the global research community.