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Mission
To advance scholarly publishing and communication, and the professional development of our members, through education, collaboration, and networking.
Vision
To be the first place the global publishing community turns for information and dialogue on current and emerging issues in scholarly communication.
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Core Values
Community
Bringing diverse stakeholders together to harness their collective knowledge and unique perspectives; creating connections that result in authentic relationships.
Inclusivity
Providing equitable opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds to feel welcome to contribute their thoughts and ideas to the scholarly publishing community.
Adaptability
Challenging the status quo, embracing new ideas, and maintaining effectiveness in an evolving environment; learning from mistakes to improve all aspects of scholarly communications.
Integrity
Building trust through responsible actions, transparency, respect, and honest relationships.
Strategic Goals
Embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all that we do
Actively ensure that we are intentional about incorporating DEIA in all our activities and programs, identifying and addressing areas of specific strategic importance that enable us to build a more diverse and inclusive community of members and participants.
Make SSP a home for scholarly communications professionals at every career stage
Provide opportunities for both leadership and career advancement and mobility for all career levels through continuing education, networking, and mentorship for scholarly communications professionals.
Engage with the global scholarly communications community
Seek opportunities for SSP and our members to engage with and learn from individuals and organizations with a broad range of expertise, experience, perspectives, and knowledge from around the world —working in and adjacent to our community.
Develop new content and services
Explore opportunities for content, programming, and other services to enhance the value of membership and the range and diversity of resources for our members and the wider community.
Ensure SSP’s continued financial sustainability
Diversify revenue by exploring opportunities for a balanced distribution of revenue from programs and services, to ensure that we can continue to support the work of SSP staff, committees, and the wider community.
Advocate on behalf of our members to advance scholarly publishing and communications
Create and nurture a network of allies, experts, and influential individuals, and educate the public and key collaborators to build a broader understanding of the value of scholarly publishing and communication.