Are you passionate about open-source software, scholarly publishing, and increasing access to knowledge? If so, we invite you to join the PKP community. You can play an essential role in shaping the future of open access and scholarly publishing while enjoying membership benefits tailored to your needs.
PKP relies on active support and contributions from our diverse community to maintain and grow our open-source projects. With the backing of Simon Fraser University‘s administrative support, grants, and revenue from PKP Publishing Services, financial and in-kind contributions from members like you become the lifeblood of our software development, educational initiatives, and research programs.
As a member, you’ll not only fortify our operations but also have the opportunity to apply for designated seats on PKP governing bodies, providing you with a direct say in our community’s direction and initiatives.
Diverse Paths to Engage
Our community is diverse, and to reflect this, we offer several paths to membership:
1. Development Partners: These esteemed partners enter into a formal three-year partnership with PKP, making significant financial and in-kind contributions. Development Partners play a pivotal role in setting priorities for organizational development, serving on the PKP Advisory Committee, and engaging with constituent communities based on language, mandate, and scholarly focus.
2. Financial Contributors: Organizations and institutions that share our commitment to open access and quality publishing can become Financial Contributors. The membership levels range from Basic access for low and lower-middle-income economies to University and Publisher categories, each with different annual membership fees.
3. Community Contributors: PKP values in-kind contributions as much as financial ones. Community members can actively participate in the Public Knowledge Project by joining interest groups or committees, responding to support inquiries through PKP’s Support Forum, or contributing code, such as developing plugins.
Membership Benefits
Joining PKP comes with a range of benefits, ensuring that your contributions and commitment are duly recognized and rewarded:
For Development Partners:
- A designated seat on PKP’s Advisory Committee for closer collaboration and engagement.
- Enhanced influence in shaping PKP’s initiatives and future development.
General Benefits for All Members:
- Access to localized data reports derived from PKP’s beacon data, providing valuable insights.
- Eligibility to apply for the PKP in-person Sprint Scholarship Fund, covering travel and accommodation costs.
- Access to PKP’s Announcements, General, Random, and other public Mattermost channels for open communication.
- Support in upgrading to OJS 3 through matching with a community member for guidance.
- Acknowledgment on PKP’s website and annual report, showcasing your valuable contributions.
- Permission to display the official PKP Membership logo on your organization’s website.
- Optional membership swag package and the ability to request a certificate of contribution.
We believe that by becoming a member of PKP, you’ll be part of a vibrant global community and actively contribute to the evolution of open access and scholarly publishing. Whether you engage as a Development Partner, Financial Contributor, or Community Contributor, your support is critical to our mission.
Join us today and help shape the future of open access knowledge together. Reach out through our Contact Form to express your interest and learn more about membership opportunities. Together, we can make a significant impact on scholarly communication worldwide!
