Open Access Week 2024 - Open and Accessible: When open isn't enough

Open access is more than just sharing information; it’s a powerful tool for building communities. By removing barriers to knowledge and participation, open access can help make our communities more diverse, equitable, and accessible to all. This panel will explore how open access practices can foster a sense of belonging and empower individuals from all backgrounds.

• Teresa Schultz, Associate Professor, Scholarly Communications and Social Sciences Librarian, University of Nevada.
• Elena Azadbakht, Associate Professor, Health Sciences Librarian, University of Nevada.
• Adrian Stagg, Manager, Open Educational Practice, University of Southern Queensland.
• Ash Barber, Academic Librarian, Creator of EmpoweredOER, University of South Australia & CAUL.
• Mais Fatayer, LX.Design Manager, Learning Design and Technology Unit, Education Portfolio, University of Technology Sydney.

This event is part of the National Open Access Week program presented by Open Access Australasia.