**Apologies for cross posting**

Our NISO Plus conference in Baltimore may have ended just last week, but we’re already looking ahead! Our schedule for March–April includes webinars on marketing strategies for scholarly communications and the future of open access post-Nelson Memo, as well as an eight-week course on Accessibility Essentials. 

MONTHLY WEBINAR SERIES | FREE TO NISO MEMBERS

Secrets to Changing Behavior in Scholarly Communication 

Wednesday, March 5, 11:00 am–12:00 pm ET (US/Canada)

Join us to reflect on how, in the worldwide academic and research community, we can be more effective in engaging stakeholders in doing things differently. Whether it’s publishing online rather than in print, investing in open infrastructure, engaging with a data repository, or one of many more initiatives to improve the state of scholarly communication, the speakers will argue that marketing—which draws skepticism from many corners in our community—can increase the impact of every initiative and lead to sustained behaviour change. This webinar will explore how marketing has been adapted to serve the public and academic sectors, opportunities to better leverage marketing strategies in scholarly communication, and ways to work smarter today.

Moderator: Jennifer Gibson, Executive Director, Dryad

Registration is not required for NISO members. Non-NISO members, please register (includes unlimited attendees from your organization). 

Accessibility Essentials

Thursdays, 11:00 am–12:30 pm ET (US/Canada)

April 3–May 22, 2025

This training series will empower attendees with actionable insights and practical guidance on accessibility compliance for professionals in the information community. Attendees will come away with an operational understanding of what it means to engage in accessible publishing and methods to ensure their organizations are prepared to achieve accessibility compliance. The course will cover upcoming regulatory changes; accessibility standards and best practices; and human-centered web design. From production to public relations, Accessibility Essentials will be an invaluable resource for information practitioners, content or product development experts, and scholarly communications professionals. 

Training Facilitator: Lettie Conrad, Product Experience Architect for LibLynx, Instructor at San José State University’s School of Information, and Scholarly Kitchen “Chef.” 

See the NISO website for more information and to register. Discounts are available for NISO Voting Members, LSA Members (including LSA Consortia Members), and groups. The early bird registration deadline is March 16, 2025. 

MONTHLY WEBINAR SERIES | FREE TO NISO MEMBERS

The Future of Open Access: Beyond the Nelson Memo

Wednesday, April 9, 11:00 am–12:00 pm ET (US/Canada)

Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the evolving landscape of open access and data sharing in a post-Nelson Memo world. This session will explore community-driven initiatives and broader trends shaping the future of open access, emphasizing strategies to sustain and advance progress in the face of policy uncertainties. Engage with thought leaders and innovators as they highlight collaborative efforts and actionable solutions for fostering transparency, inclusivity, and innovation in scholarly communication.

Registration is not required for NISO members. Non-NISO members, please register (includes unlimited attendees from your organization). 

As always, check our events calendar for the latest on upcoming events, and remember to register for Accessibility Essentials by March 16 for the best rates!

Best wishes, 

The NISO Team