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European Diamond Capacity Hub
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A collective that provides services for Diamond OA Publishers, Service Providers, Tools and Technology Providers.
Policymakers play a key role in advancing Diamond OA — but face tough challenges: feasibility, fragmentation, and urgency. The DIAMAS Recommendations help bridge these gaps. Here’s how policy can drive sustainable change. 👇
January 16, 2026 at 10:09 AM
🎉 One year of the European Diamond Capacity Hub!

One year ago, EDCH launched to support and strengthen Diamond Open Access communities through tools, services, and collaboration.
💬 Read our community reflections & milestones: bit.ly/4qjL67D

#DiamondOA #OpenAccess #ScholarlyPublishing
January 15, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Policymakers: you can lead systemic OA change by embedding Diamond OA in national guidance and institutional frameworks. The DIAMAS Recommendations show how to act with clarity and coordination.👇
January 13, 2026 at 10:09 AM
📖 What language do we use in scholarly publishing?

A discussion on the EDCH Forum is unpacking OA terminology, definitions of Diamond OA, and the need for shared resources.

🔷Join and share your insights: bit.ly/3LiRnRZ
🔷Sign up for the Forum: forum.diamas.org

#Publishing #DiamondOA #OpenAccess
January 9, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Funders: want to strengthen Diamond OA? Go beyond short-term projects. The DIAMAS Recommendations highlight how you can lead systemic change with coordinated, long-term support. Here’s what to do. 👇
January 8, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Why do Diamond OA recommendations matter to funders, sponsors & donors? Because equity, sustainability & return on investment in research dissemination depend on coordinated, transparent strategies. Here's what’s at stake. 👇
January 6, 2026 at 10:09 AM
🔐 Security on OJS: managing hackers & cyber-attacks

A timely discussion is underway on the EDCH Forum: How can OJS users strengthen security and protect editorial workflows?

🔷 Join the conversation and share tips or resources:
bit.ly/3LenlPe
🔷 Sign up to join: forum.diamas.org

#DiamondOA #OJS
January 5, 2026 at 9:29 AM
🤖 Live from the EDCH Forum: AI in editorial management

A timely discussion is underway on how AI tools are being used in editorial workflows: from drafting and proofreading to decision support.

➡️Follow the discussion and share your thoughts with the community: tinyurl.com/yfhudkat #DiamondOA
December 17, 2025 at 11:44 AM
DIAMAS Recommendations are more than isolated calls to action. Culture, funding, and legitimacy interlink to create lasting change in Diamond OA. Each strengthens the others — together, they form the backbone of a systemic shift. 👇
December 16, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Structural change in scholarly publishing needs leadership. The Top-down Support strategies under Theme 3 call on funders, policymakers & institutions to advocate, invest, and guide Diamond OA from the top.

Here’s how. 👇
December 11, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Grassroots momentum matters. Bottom-Up Initiatives from Theme 3 focus on empowering institutions & individuals to legitimize Diamond OA through action — from staff support to strategic collaboration. Let’s break down the practical steps. 👇
December 9, 2025 at 10:09 AM
🎉The EDCH Registry just reached 200 registrations!
A key milestone showcasing the expertise and capacity of European organisations in Diamond OA.
🔹Explore the organisations part of the registry:
registry.diamas.org/organisation...
🔹Join our growing community:
registry.diamas.org/registry
#DiamondOA
December 8, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Sustainability means little without clarity.
As we continue Theme 2: Economic & Financial Responsibilities, today’s focus is on cost transparency and control—key to building trust, comparability, and coordination across Diamond OA.
December 4, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Can Diamond OA thrive without stable funding?
This week we explore Theme 2: Economic & Financial Responsibilities.
First up: Sustainable Funding—why institutions & funders must move beyond short-term grants.👇
December 2, 2025 at 8:58 AM
🔸 Theme 1: Positive Research Cultures (continued)

We wrap up with 2 key actions that drive quality, equity & transparency in Diamond OA.

Focusing on venue choice and ecosystem-wide advocacy ensures sustainable, inclusive research practices.👇
November 27, 2025 at 10:09 AM
🔸 Theme 1: Positive Research Cultures
Stronger research starts with equity, diversity & multilingualism.
This week, we spotlight 3 key actions institutions & funders can take to build inclusive, values-driven publishing ecosystems.👇
November 25, 2025 at 10:09 AM
🔸 Three Themes. One Purpose.
The DIAMAS recommendations focus on 3 core areas to strengthen Diamond OA. Here's what they cover here below
👉 Follow for weekly breakdowns.
November 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Not sure where to start strengthening Diamond Open Access?

Over the next 11 weeks, we’ll be sharing the DIAMAS recommendations — clear, practical steps to make scholarly communication sustainable, inclusive, and high-quality.
November 20, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Ready to make it real?

The DIAMAS Policy Brief offers clear, actionable measures across 7 themes to strengthen Diamond Open Access.

Today, we’re asking YOU — whether you’re a funder, policymaker, or institution — to pledge action:
👉 buff.ly/ZV9jF6i

#DiamondOA, #DIAMASProject
November 7, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Continuing with EDCH Advocates!

These champions of #DiamondOA connect communities, support journals, and strengthen scholarly publishing across Europe: Danny Smith, Ramazan Turgut and the Diamond Open Access Expertise Centre.

Learn more & see their insights: diamas.org/edch-advocates
November 6, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Over 9 weeks, we shared 7 policy actions to advance Diamond Open Access.
They’re not just ideas — they’re actionable, interlinked, and built on real challenges.
👉 buff.ly/ZV9jF6i
#DiamondOA, #DIAMASProject
November 5, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Meet our EDCH Advocates!

They connect local communities to the #EDCH, support #DiamondOA, raise awareness, and promote collaboration: Barbara Hissa, Maria Remedios Pérez Garcia, Remedios Melero and Anna-Sofia Ruth.

Discover all advocates & their insights: https://diamas.org/edch-advocates
November 4, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Security and sovereignty in publishing isn’t optional — it’s strategic.
Institutions must choose: external control or shared ownership.
👉 buff.ly/0ddSppD
#DiamondOA, #DIAMASProject
October 31, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Security and sovereignty matter in scholarly publishing.
Too much critical infrastructure is owned by commercial vendors outside the EU.
👉 buff.ly/0ddSppD
#DiamondOA, #DIAMASProject
October 29, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Diamond OA services already support thousands of researchers.
But they’re often excluded from EOSC visibility, funding, and workflows.
👉 Learn more buff.ly/4DjFnzA
#DiamondOA, #DIAMASProject
October 23, 2025 at 9:47 AM