Advisory Board

The OAA journal database is a comprehensive online resource for researchers, librarians, and academic institutions seeking information on legitimate academic journals. The Advisory Board of Open Access Asia provides strategic guidance and advice to the organization on issues related to open-access publishing. The Advisory Board is made up of experts from various fields, including publishing, librarianship, scholarly communication, and research. They offer insights into policy and practice, provide feedback on new initiatives, and contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the OAA.

The role of the Advisory Board for Open Access Asia is crucial in guiding the initiative towards achieving its mission of promoting ethical scholarly publishing and combating predatory practices in the Asia region. The key responsibilities of the Advisory Board should include:

1. Strategic Guidance: Provide strategic direction and advice to ensure the initiative's goals and objectives align with the broader mission of enhancing the integrity of scholarly publishing in Asia.
   
2. Expertise and Insights: Leverage their expertise and experience in scholarly publishing, academia, and related fields to offer valuable insights and recommendations on key issues and challenges.
   
3. Policy Development: Assist in developing and implementing policies and standards for open-access publishing that promote high-quality, ethical research dissemination.
   
4. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate collaboration and communication with various stakeholders, including academic institutions, publishers, researchers, and funding bodies, to foster a united effort against predatory publishing.
   
5. Awareness and Education: Support awareness campaigns and educational initiatives to inform researchers and the academic community about the dangers of predatory journals and how to avoid them.
   
6. Resource Allocation: Advise on allocating resources, including funding and manpower, to ensure that the initiative's activities are effectively supported and prioritized.
   
7. Monitoring and Evaluation: Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of the initiative's progress and impact, providing feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.
   
8. Advocacy and Representation: Advocate for Open Access Asia, representing the initiative at conferences, meetings, and other forums to raise its profile and promote its mission.
   
9. Ethical Oversight: Ensure that all activities and decisions made by Open Access Asia adhere to the highest ethical standards, maintaining the initiative's credibility and trustworthiness.

The Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in steering Open Access Asia towards success, ensuring that the initiative makes a meaningful impact in the fight against predatory publishing in the region.