Open Access Policy of SPJ Publication

Introduction: SPJ Publication adheres to a fully open-access model, which ensures that all the content we publish is freely available to everyone, anywhere in the world, at no cost. This policy supports the mission to democratize knowledge, increase visibility and accessibility, and accelerate the dissemination of high-quality research across various academic fields.

Key Features of Our Open Access Policy:

1. Immediate Access Upon Publication: All research articles, journals, and books published by SPJ Publication are immediately accessible upon publication. No subscription or payment is required to view or download the content. This open access ensures that all researchers, students, professionals, and the general public can freely access, read, and use the research.

2. Creative Commons License: All content published by SPJ Publication is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-BY). This license allows users to share, adapt, and reuse the content as long as proper attribution is given to the original authors. This fosters a culture of openness and collaboration within the academic community.

3. Authors Retain Copyright: Authors retain the copyright to their work. There is no requirement to transfer copyright to SPJ Publication. This policy ensures that authors maintain control over their intellectual property and can distribute, reuse, or republish their work in other venues or formats. Authors are encouraged to share their work freely, allowing for wider reach and citation potential.

4. Free Access for Readers: All published content is freely available to readers worldwide without any access barriers, subscriptions, or paywalls. This aligns with the principle of open-access publishing, where knowledge is shared without commercial restrictions. Readers can access and download articles, books, and research papers at no charge, promoting the dissemination of knowledge on a global scale.

5. No Article Processing Charges (APC): SPJ Publication does not charge any Article Processing Charges (APCs) for publishing articles in our journals. We are committed to ensuring that research can be published and shared without financial barriers for authors or readers. This means there is no financial burden on authors to pay for publication, and readers can access the content without subscription fees.

6. Support for Institutional Repositories: Authors are encouraged to deposit their articles in institutional repositories, making them even more accessible to the research community. SPJ Publication supports the practice of self-archiving, allowing authors to share their published content in open-access repositories or on personal websites, in line with the principles of open-access dissemination.

7. Global Accessibility and Reach: By following the open-access model, we ensure that research published through SPJ Publication is accessible to a global audience, including researchers in developing countries who may not have access to paid journals. Open access enhances the global visibility of research, leading to more citations, greater academic impact, and wider recognition of the author’s work.

8. Compliance with Open Access Mandates: SPJ Publication’s open-access policy ensures that all published content complies with institutional and funder open-access mandates, helping authors fulfill requirements for grant funding and academic research obligations. Authors are encouraged to ensure that their work complies with their institution’s or funding agency’s open-access policies.

9. Long-Term Digital Preservation: SPJ Publication is committed to ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of all published content. We partner with trusted digital preservation services such as CLOCKSS to safeguard the integrity and availability of our publications for future generations.

Benefits of Open Access for Authors and Readers:

1. For Authors:

   • Global Visibility: Your work is freely accessible, ensuring it reaches a wider audience of researchers, students, and professionals across the world.

   • Increased Citations: Open access articles are more likely to be cited, increasing the impact and recognition of your research.

   • Faster Publication: Open-access journals often offer faster publication timelines, making your research available to the scientific community more quickly.

   • Retained Rights: Authors retain copyright, allowing them to reuse and distribute their work freely, while ensuring proper attribution.

2. For Readers:

   • Free Access: All research is freely accessible without any subscription or payment requirements, benefiting readers worldwide, including researchers, educators, students, and the general public.

   • Global Collaboration: Open access promotes collaborative efforts across regions, disciplines, and institutions, leading to more efficient and inclusive research development.

   • Knowledge Accessibility: The open-access model ensures that no one is excluded from accessing the latest academic research due to financial or institutional barriers.