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🍂 The Independent Publishers Guild recently concluded its Autumn conference in London and online a couple of days ago. As the leading membership body representing independent publishers, it attracted experts and professionals from the publishing space thereby resulting to its biggest event yet. In this article, IPG summarized the 10 key takeaways from this hugely successful endeavor. We can't wait to join them again in the near future! 🥂 #IPGAC #PublishingWorld #IndependentPublishing #Booktok #Ribbonfish

🌐 Just returned from the ACM Hypertext 2023 Conference in Rome! 🇮🇹 📚 Presented my paper: "The Interconnected Nature of Online Harm and Moderation: Investigating the Cross-Platform Spread of Harmful Content between YouTube and Twitter.", w/ Luca Luceri, Francesco Fabbri, Emilio Ferrara 📊 This study delves into the critical issue of harmful content online and its impact on discussions across platforms. In particular, we investigate how content that has been deemed inappropriate on YouTube can inform moderation strategies on Twitter. Our results show that, in the context of 2020 US Election, 25% of the YouTube videos shared on Twitter were removed by the platform but had been already shared by several Twitter users endorsing extreme and conspiratorial ideas. 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/dXBfj7-6 🏆 I'm proud that my paper made it to the top-4 nominations for the Hypertext Ted Nelson Newcomer Award. I'm more determined than ever to keep pushing the boundaries of my research. 🌍 One of the most inspiring aspects of the conference was connecting with colleagues from around the world. 🤝 The exchange of ideas, diverse perspectives, and the passion for advancing the fields of hypertext and social media was truly enriching. 🙏 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this conference an unforgettable experience. #ACMHypertext #HT2023 #OnlineHarm #ContentModeration #CollaborativeIntervention

I published this blog last year, which is about one of the most requested topics: What is Accreditation Support? Getting material together for accreditation can be difficult and time-consuming. Head to our website (link in bio) to check it out, and if you like what you learn, please share it with your friends! #newcontent #takenotes #learnsomethingnew Getting material together for accreditation can be difficult and time-consuming. https://lttr.ai/AApeT

Who says NEPA can’t be innovative?! If you are working on a NEPA project and want to make it easier for the public and agencies to understand the NEPA document check out this challenge grant.

David Previte, President of AIW has restructured the national committee to have three distinct subcommittees for communications, membership, and technical objectives. Each subcommittee now has specific responsibilities and is led by a well-respected member of our industry: 1. The Communications Subcommittee has been focused on significantly increasing the frequency and quality of communications to members and the industry with regular social media updates, email campaigns, update webinars, website content and newsletters. Led by Peter Beckmann, they will work to promote the activities of the AIW and its members, keep members informed of important developments, and engage with the broader industry. 2. The Membership Subcommittee will focus on retaining and attracting members, by assessing and improving the value proposition of membership and building a strong community of members. Led by Byron Landeryou, they will work to enhance the recognition and prestige of membership, foster a sense of community among members and oversee the conduct of members to ensure our code of ethics is upheld. 3. The Technical Subcommittee will focus on promoting best practices and technical expertise, providing ongoing education and training opportunities and advancing industry regulations. Led by Karl Wootton they will work to develop technical guidelines and standards, offer technical training and accreditation programs, and engage with government bodies, academic institutions and research organisations to advocate for our sector. Contributed by: Peter Beckmann-Kajasa

Two-thirds of consumers say they would be more likely to subscribe to digital publications if the process of canceling subscriptions was easier. 77% would support a law mandating “one-click cancellation” for digital publications, and 51% have encountered difficulties when canceling digital publication subscriptions. New research by Toolkits and National Research Group.

There is a wealth of talent when it comes to #internalcomms - so many examples of campaigns, storytelling, channels, teams, individuals, and more. (And if you aren't in internal comms, you see, read and live this in what your colleagues do each and every day!) It's so important to recognise that talent, and that's why I am thrilled to be back to be a judge for this year’s IoIC National Awards (now in their 69th year!). 38 classes across 6 categories - something that everyone can enter, no matter what sector you're in, or if you're the lone communicator or in a team. ...AND unique to the IoIC, all entrants receive a written critique which highlights what the judges really appreciated and suggestions of what might be done to help develop in the future. That's added value right there. ...AND to top it off the #IoICAwards24 dinner is in the iconic Natural History Museum! Don't delay - carve some time in your calendar when you get back from bank holidays/half term, and get those entries before the deadline of Friday 10 May. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eEuQ6Kga #internalcommunications #awards

Did you have a successful CLE project in the last year? The deadline for submitting your entry to the ACLEA’s Best Awards is May 17, 2024. Follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eBwW6B6F for more details #CLE #Programs #Technology #PublicInterest #Publications #Marketing

Has the #openaccess movement failed? This was the question discussed in the closing plenary at last week's #SSP24 Society for Scholarly Publishing Annual Meeting. The format as an Oxford-style debate moderated by Penelope Lewis, with Mike Taylor arguing in favour (it has failed) and Jessica Polka against it (it has not failed). I have to admit, by the time 3pm on the Friday came around I was a little jaded. My instinctive response to the question was "No, the open access movement has not failed" but as I sat there listening to the debate I couldn't organize my thoughts. I've been thinking about the question over the last few days, and on hindsight (and with a little more sleep) I feel that the debate was more of a discussion about the success of the open access movement, i.e. has the open access movement succeeded? Perhaps not yet. Mike argued that various open access movements did not succeed in the sense that they did not meet their initial goals. But looking at the overall output of open access articles - the massive uptake of read & publish agreements through the OA2020 Initiative (which was not mentioned!) and the conversion of closed to open access (just take a look at the Esac registry report, and the dip on closed and filling of open for some publishers), the constant increase of green as well as gold - it could not be clearer to me that the moment has NOT failed. Publishers that have never offered open access are starting to think about doing this in order to stay competitive. Publishers with little OA output are seeing higher uptake. There's a lot of discussion about the need for different, more equitable models, to continue the journey. Those are definite signs of non-failure. Failure would be if nobody was publishing open access. If there was no increase in open access. If no new funder mandates were coming out. If publishers didn't offer open access. Perhaps Jessica's opening statement should have been repeated: the fact that the open access movement is still in the process of succeeding does not mean that it has failed. On the contrary.

𝗠𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🎤 Get ready to unleash your debating prowess at the most exhilarating event of Econclave! The Mock Newsroom Debate Competition, hosted by Samvaad:The Literary Discussion Circle of Essenzia. It is the platform for dynamic discussions. This competition will be divided into two exciting rounds, and it's your chance to showcase your debating skills on a virtual stage.Register now by filling out the form below and get ready to make your voice heard! https://lnkd.in/dWPeDCh8 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝟭: Extemporary Eliminatory Round (Online) 🗓️ Date: 15th October 🌐 Online Platform: Google Meet In this round, participants will be required to think on their feet and express their opinions spontaneously. It's a battle of quick wit and compelling arguments!! 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:- 1) Each participant will get a topic on spot. 2) Each participant will get 1 minute to collect their opinion/views. 3) Each participant will get 2 minutes to speak their opinion. 4) Cross-Questions will be Asked by judges, participants. 5) The rules of the event are subject to change at the discretion of the judges/organising team during the event. 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝟮: Mock Newsroom Debate 📺Details for the second round will be shared with the selected participants after the eliminations. This round promises to simulate a real newsroom environment where you'll be tasked with discussing and debating current economic topics. Stay tuned for further updates! 🏆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀,𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your debating skills and make your mark in the world of debating and journalism.See you at the Mock Newsroom Debate Competition during Econclave! 🔥🎓 Point of contact:- 1) Kanak:9625662794 2) Chakshu:8284866551