Rethinking open access policies: a turning point for development research funders – INASP Blog

"Open Access was supposed to level the playing field—removing knowledge paywalls, unlocking opportunities for reuse, and democratizing research. Yet the problems with the current pay-to-publish open access model are becoming hard to ignore. For development research funders committed to supporting global impact, the current publishing model raises urgent questions about value, equity, and effectiveness.  

This blog explores the key findings of a recent policy paper reviewing the open access policy options for development research funders, outlining how research funders can strengthen their open access policies and support a more inclusive and effective research publishing system. ..."