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We are working to embed equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in all our activities.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">We will include:</h4> <div class="wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile" style="grid-template-columns:25% auto"><figure class="wp-block-media-text__media"><img decoding="async" width="240" height="245" src="https://www.uksg.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/vision_2_plus_border.png" alt="" class="wp-image-141 size-full"/></figure><div class="wp-block-media-text__content"> <p>UKSG will represent the diversity of the global knowledge community</p> <p>We will represent all sections of our community in our activities and deliver a road map of change to resolve areas of under representation</p> <p>We will provide a voice for all members of our community from sector leaders to new entrants to our community</p> <p>We will share our knowledge and expertise</p> <p>We will collaborate internationally and include global perspectives</p> </div></div> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"> We will connect</h4> <div class="wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile" style="grid-template-columns:25% auto"><figure class="wp-block-media-text__media"><img decoding="async" width="240" height="245" src="https://www.uksg.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/vision_3_connect_border.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1917 size-full"/></figure><div class="wp-block-media-text__content"> <p>UKSG will bring together different voices and perspectives</p> <p>We will provide a community of practice for professional development, exchanging ideas and sharing expertise, solutions and best practice</p> <p>We will value plurality of opinions and practices, and not shy away from challenging topics</p> <p>We will encourage and facilitate transparent, meaningful dialogue and constructive, respectful discussions</p> <p>We will create a cross-sectoral space to enable understanding of each other’s values, perspectives and goals</p> </div></div> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">We will innovate</h4> <div class="wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile" style="grid-template-columns:25% auto"><figure class="wp-block-media-text__media"><img decoding="async" width="240" height="243" src="https://www.uksg.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/vision_4_lightbulb_border.png" alt="" class="wp-image-146 size-full"/></figure><div class="wp-block-media-text__content"> <p>UKSG will be the forum for creating and nurturing new ideas</p> <p>We will enable our members to keep pace with our changing landscape</p> <p>We will identify tomorrow’s challenges and trends today</p> <p>We will act as a catalyst for initiatives that benefit and develop our community</p> <p>We will collaborate with other organisations to find solutions to the faultlines within our sector</p> </div></div> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">We will deliver</h4> <div class="wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile" style="grid-template-columns:25% auto"><figure class="wp-block-media-text__media"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="240" height="249" src="https://www.uksg.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/vision_6_play_border.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1919 size-full"/></figure><div class="wp-block-media-text__content"> <p>UKSG will deliver improvements to the flow of scholarly knowledge</p> <p>We will support the delivery of practical solutions and not just ask questions</p> <p>We will invest in initiatives and resource projects to enhance and improve our sector</p> <p>We will highlight the value of scholarly communications to an enquiring society</p> <p>We will be transparent about our governance, operations and finances</p> </div></div> <p><strong>UKSG’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion statement</strong></p> <p>UKSG has <a href="https://www.uksg.org/about/EDI2024">developed a statement</a> outlining its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This forms part of a series of initiatives to centre EDI more purposefully in how we work.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">Looking ahead</h4> <p>We hope that our new vision resonates with our members and reflects their ambitions for UKSG, as well as enabling the organisation to be flexible in a changing environment. Our Board and Sub-Committees will use this vision as a guiding star over the coming years, developing a roadmap of activities and ensuring that we allocate the necessary resources in order for it to be realised.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Papers</h2> <p><strong><a href="https://www.uksg.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Articles-of-Association-2024-amended.pdf">Articles of Association</a></strong> (incorporated 23 January 2001, further amended with approval from the membership at an Extraordinary General Meeting on November 2024.)</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.uksg.org/about/bye-laws/">Byelaws</a> </strong>– The bye-laws complement the Articles of Association, and provide guidance and information in relation to the procedures and processes of UKSG. They are written to support the trustees in ensuring the smooth running of UKSG. The bye-laws can be reviewed and updated by the Trustees without the formal steps required to change the Articles of Association.</p> <p><a href="/about/history">Read about UKSG’s history and charitable status</a>.</p> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"> <p>“We are all very delighted to being part of the UKSG community, and we look forward to attending future events and connecting with the knowledge community you bring together.” UKSG member</p> </blockquote> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Get involved</h2> <p>There are plenty of ways to get involved with UKSG.</p> <p><a href="/getinvolved">Find out more</a>. Or hear how others have done so…</p> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-embed-handler wp-block-embed-embed-handler"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://youtube.com/watch?v=WMyjkml8M5A%3Frel%3D0 </div></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Committees</h2> <p>UKSG is led by a Main Committee supported by four subcommittees: Conference, Education and Events, Insights Editorial Board and Outreach and Engagement.</p> <p><a href="/about/committeesandstaff">Find out more</a>.</p> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"> <p>“UKSG relies on the expertise, networks, knowledge and experience of its volunteers. They are crucial to the alignment of UKSG with the community that it supports.” UKSG Executive Director</p> </blockquote> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lis-e-resources</h2> <p>UKSG’s informal, open e-mail discussion list. Lis-e-resources provides a forum for anyone involved in e-resources to discuss matters relating to the provision, administration, management licensing and access of scholarly information.</p> <p><a href="https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/webadmin?SUBED1=lis-e-resources&A=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Go to Lis-e-resources</a>.</p> <p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/migrated/lis-e-resourcesEtiquette.pdf">Read the Lis-e-resources guidelines</a>.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Annual Reviews and AGMs</h2> <p>Annual reports and accounts and minutes of previous Annual General Meetings (AGMs).</p> <p><a href="/agm">View them here</a>.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Awards and Bursaries</h2> <p>Every year, UKSG offers the John Merriman Joint NASIG/UKSG Award and a number of sponsored places for students and early career professionals.</p> <p><a href="/about/awardsandbursaries">Find out more</a>. </p> <p></p> </div></main> <footer class="wp-block-template-part"> <div 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