[*Note from HIFA moderator (NPW): Thank you Dr Adirieje. This is very helpful and it's a great idea to share expectations. I encourage other HIFA members to do the same today and over the weekend. Email: hifa@hifaforums.org ]
I expect that this deep-dive discussion on open access publishing will explore its principles, benefits, and challenges in advancing equitable knowledge sharing. I expect that participants will gain a clear understanding of how open access enhances research visibility, collaboration, and global impact, especially for scholars like me who are in resource-constrained low- and middle-income countries. The discussion should also examine funding models, quality assurance, copyright, and predatory publishing concerns. By the end, we should be able to identify best practices for publishing in credible open-access journals, leveraging repositories, and aligning with policies that promote transparency, innovation, and inclusive access to scientific and academic information worldwide, especially in Africa and all developing countries globally, towards achieving the overall goals of the SDGs/Agenda 2030, and African Union's 2063 Agenda.
Uzodinma
Dr. Uzodinma Adirieje, DDP, CMC, CMTF, FIMC, FIMS, FNAE,FASI, FSEE, FAHOA, FICSA <https://druzoadiriejefoundation.blogspot.com/2024/07/cv-of-dr-uzodinma-a...
Health Economist; Certified Evaluation and Projects/Programmes Management Consultant; Conferences and Workshops Organizing Expert; Researcher; Health/Development, Climate Change/Biodiversity and Human Rights Advocate; Facilitator/Trainer; Blogger; Writer/Columnist
CEO and Permanent Representative to the United Nations,
Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA) - CSOs Global Network and Think-tank for Health, Climate Actions and Development (Winner of the SDG 3 – Good Health and Wellbeing Champion Award).
<https://afrihealthcsos.blogspot.com/2024/03/about-afrihealth-optonet-ass...
National Coordinator,
Civil Society Partnership for Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria (CSP-SDGs Nigeria)
No.1 Taiwo Close, off MCC Road, P.O. Box 1484, Owerri, Imo State / Plot520, FHA Estate, Lugbe, Airport Rd; P.O. Box 8880, Wuse, Abuja, Nigeria
Join AHOA’s Facebook Group to access and share information/news <https://web.facebook.com/groups/430841322740151/>Email: afrihealthoptonet2gmail.com, uzodinma.adirieje@afrihealthcsos.org
X (Twitter): @uaadirieje; https://twitter.com/uaadirieje; https://twitter.com/afrihealthcso; @DAdirieje; @afrihealthcsoInstagram: @druzoadirieje;
https://www.instagram.com/druzoadirieje/Facebook:
https://web.facebook.com/uzoadirieje; https://web.facebook.com/afrihealthcsos;
Skype: druzoadirieje, uaadirieje@yahoo.com; Zoom: uaadirieje@yahoo.com
LinkedIn: https://ng.linkedin.com/pub/dir/Dr.+Uzodinma/AdiriejePhone,
Phone, Telegram & WhatsApp: +234 803 472 5905
Website: http://www.afrihealthcsos.org
Blogs: <https://druzodinmadirieje.blogspot.com / https://afrihealthoptonetassociation.blogspot.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3100-6336
HIFA profile: Dr. Uzodinma Adirieje is a leading voice in health education, community health, and advocacy, with decades of experience advancing people-centered development across Africa and beyond. His approach to health education emphasizes participatory learning, knowledge transfer, and behavior change communication, ensuring that individuals and communities gain the skills and awareness to make informed decisions about their health. He develops and delivers innovative health promotion strategies tailored to local realities, particularly in resource-limited settings. In community health, Dr. Adirieje has championed integrated primary health care, preventive medicine, and grassroots health initiatives. Through Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA), which he leads, he connects civil society, community groups, and health institutions to strengthen healthcare delivery, tackle health inequities, and improve access to essential services for vulnerable populations. His work addresses infectious diseases, maternal and child health, nutrition, climate and health, environmental health, and emerging public health challenges. As a passionate advocate, Dr. Adirieje works with governments, NGOs, and international organizations to influence health policy, mobilize resources, and promote sustainable development goals (SDGs). He amplifies community voices, ensuring that health systems are inclusive, accountable, and responsive. His advocacy extends beyond health to governance, environment, and social justice, positioning him as a multidisciplinary leader shaping healthier and more equitable societies. afrepton at yahoo.com