Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

Detailed Open Access Policy at JILS:

At JILS, we are committed to promoting unrestricted access to knowledge. Our Open Access Policy ensures that all content published in the journal is immediately and freely accessible to the public. This means that readers, researchers, and scholars worldwide can view, download, and distribute articles without any financial or technical barriers.

Our dedication to open access is rooted in the belief that scholarly information should be universally accessible, fostering a greater exchange of ideas and accelerating the progress of research. By removing access barriers, we encourage a more inclusive academic community where individuals from diverse backgrounds can engage with high-quality, peer-reviewed research articles.

This open access model not only benefits researchers by increasing the visibility and impact of their work but also contributes to the democratization of knowledge. It enables educators, policymakers, and the general public to stay informed about the latest developments in various fields of study, promoting informed decision-making and enriching public discourse.

We firmly uphold the principle that open access to research findings enhances collaboration, innovation, and the overall advancement of knowledge. By embracing this policy, JILS aims to facilitate a global dialogue, empowering researchers and readers alike to explore, learn, and contribute to the collective body of knowledge.

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...