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Our Story

Launched in January 2024 by XploreOpen, ADJO is a curated initiative that identifies and documents Diamond Open Access journals in Asia. We focus on journals that demonstrate:

Community governance and editorial integrity
Transparent, peer-reviewed scholarly practices
Equitable, fee-free access to knowledge

Our mission is to strengthen the practice of Diamond OA by highlighting exemplary journals and sharing insights about how they operate in practice.

Our Approach

Selection Principles:

Based on public information and community expertise
Focus on sustained operational practices, not formal compliance
Evaluates governance, editorial decision-making, and community engagement

Contextual Review:

Narrative-based, collective evaluation by the ADJO editorial team
Documentation of practices, not formal certification or ranking

Recognition:

Journals aligned with ADJO Community Standards are publicly recognized
Inclusion reflects current practices and evolves over time

What ADJO Is—and Isn’t

Is:

A curated catalog of Asian Diamond OA journals
A platform for researchers, librarians, and editors to explore fee-free knowledge
An evolving showcase of ethical and community-driven publishing
Amplify regional research on a global stage

Is Not:

A ranking or certification system
An application-based platform
An endorsement of prestige or impact

Call to Action:

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