Open Access

Open access to research is fundamental to advancing knowledge and accelerating discovery for society’s benefit. CAUL leads strategic initiatives to increase open access to research outputs through content procurement, policy development, advocacy, and strategic activities that support libraries in advancing open access at their institutions. University libraries play a crucial role in enabling open access through funding and managing agreements with publishers, maintaining repositories, supporting researchers, and advocating for open research practices.

Services

CAUL offers a suite of services designed to support and advance the capabilities of university libraries across Australia and New Zealand.

Learn more about Services in Open Access here.

  • Content Procurement Service
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    Content Procurement Service

    Content procurement for the university library sector is a key focus for CAUL. The Content Procurement Service's primary activity is operating the CAUL Consortium, which negotiates pricing and licensing for digital content products for Consortium participants.

Programs

CAUL's strategic programs are designed to advance the priorities of university libraries across Australia and New Zealand. These programs drive progress and innovation in key areas.

Find out about Programs in Open Access here.

Projects

Projects by the Council of Australasian University Librarians (CAUL) are time-bound, collaborative initiatives that translate strategic goals into tangible outcomes for member institutions. These projects are the practical implementation of CAUL's broader programs, designed to explore new ideas, develop shared solutions, and deliver specific resources or frameworks.

Discover more about our Projects in Open Access here.

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