Open Access (OA) Week kicks off with a keynote address from Dr Danny Kingsley, Deakin Library’s Director, Library Services (Information) and internationally recognised champion of and advocate for open access. Dr Kingsley’s keynote will set the scene for OA Week by exploring the open scholarship movement, tracing its evolution, current state and future potential. Dr Kingsley will explore the underlying principles of open scholarship, the diverse approaches taken globally and their impact. This session will also highlight the challenges and barriers to broader adoption, laying the groundwork for Tuesday’s panel discussion and setting the tone for a week of thought-provoking discussion.

All are welcome to attend. This session will be held in person and also streamed via Zoom webinar. Please indicate when booking whether you wish to attend in person or virtually. Coffee, tea and light refreshments following the session for in-person attendees.