The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is a non-profit membership organisation supporting the advancement of Open Science policies and practices in research communities and institutions across the Arab region.
The Arab states have the resources and capability to play a pivotal role in the global transition towards more accessible, sustainable and inclusive research and education models. We want to support all our research communities and stakeholder groups in the journey towards a more ‘open’ world, by facilitating the exchange of actionable insights and the development of practical policies.
This year’s 3rd Annual Forum for Open Research in MENA was a huge success, thanks to our exceptional host partner (the Qatar National Library) and our brilliant speakers. As we work to publish the recordings from this year’s sessions, we’re excited to share some highlights
The special session we convened at the 10th Science Summit, taking place alongside the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, offered a fantastic opportunity to facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues concerning the advancement of open science policies and practises at national and regional levels across the
We have decided to make online access to the 3rd Annual Forum (2024) free for all delegates. Taking place from 21-24th October in Doha, in partnership with the Qatar National Library, the conference theme this year is Transforming Knowledge Into Action. By building on the
Although we are a regional initiative seeking to advance open science policy and practise across the Arab States, and promote regional collaboration and community engagement – we also think it is important to recognise individual local needs, challenges and strategies. That is why, as we
